Business

Why companies are hiring so quickly even as a recession looms

1. Companies are hiring because they need employees now more than ever before. In fact, many companies have been hiring at a rate of 20% per month over the past few years. There are several reasons why companies are hiring so quickly. First, the unemployment rate is currently at 9%, meaning that there are plenty […]

Business

What draws economists to Silicon Valley

Economists have been drawn to Silicon Valley for decades because of its high-tech industry and wealth. In fact, the area has become synonymous with innovation and entrepreneurship. According to a recent study, the top 10 cities where people want to live are New York City, San Francisco, Washington D.C., Boston, Los Angeles, Chicago, Seattle, Austin, […]

Business

The risks of corporate succession and Starbucks

Corporate succession refers to the transfer of ownership of a company from one person to another. In the case of Starbucks, the founder and CEO Howard Schultz retired in 2008 and handed over control of the company to his successor, former CFO Kevin Johnson. While many people believe that corporate succession is a good thing, […]

Business

Borderless trustbusters are becoming more popular

Borderless Trustbusters The term “trustbuster” was first coined in the early 2000s by the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to describe individuals who were involved in illegal drug trafficking activities. These individuals would often use their own vehicles to transport drugs across state borders. In recent years, borderless trustbusters have become increasingly popular among […]

Finance

Why investors are turning to financial astrology

Astrological trends Investors have been using astrology for centuries to predict future events. Today, many people use astrology to help them make investment decisions. There are several reasons why investors are turning to financial horoscopes. First, they believe that astrology can provide insight into the future. Second, they think that astrology can help them understand […]

Finance

Why it is a concern if the dollar is strong and why

The greenback is currently at its strongest level since 2014, according to data released Tuesday by the U.S. Treasury Department. It’s been a long time coming. After years of low interest rates and a steady climb in stock prices, investors have finally started to feel comfortable about the economy. That means they’re willing to spend […]

Finance

Inflation is still an issue in America.

Inflation The inflation rate is the increase in prices over time. It is calculated by taking the current price of something and then subtracting the original price. If the inflation rate is positive, then prices have increased over time. If the inflation rate was negative, then prices would decrease over time. Consumer Price Index (CPI) […]

Finance

The Benefits Of Ignoring Delayed Gratification For Investors

Delayed gratification is a concept that many people struggle with. In fact, I think we’ve all been guilty at some point in our lives of not being able to resist the temptation of instant gratification. However, if you want to become successful in business, then you need to learn how to ignore the urge to […]

Finance

Economies with lower birth rates. Right?

1. Japan Japan’s population is aging rapidly. In fact, the country’s total fertility rate (TFR) — the average number of children born per woman over her lifetime — has been below 1.42 since 1961. That means Japan’s population is shrinking. 2. Italy Italy’s TFR was just 1.38 in 2017. And while the Italian government doesn’t […]