Category: Economics
New AMERIPEN Brochure Describes the Functional and Environmental Benefits of Beverage Packaging
Washington, DC (PRWEB) April 20, 2015 Americans each drink about 175 gallons of beverages a year, much of which is delivered in plastic jugs; aluminum and steel cans; glass bottles; gable top and aseptic cartons; and flexible pouches. Each of these containers is designed for a specific usage occasion, whether for multiple servings at home […]
Noam Chomsky on Peak Oil, Economics, Financial Markets, Bailouts, Investment, Climate Change (1998)
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3ef_cbZ-Pc&fs=1&rel=0] Peak oil is the point in time when the maximum rate of petroleum extraction is reached, after which the rate of production is expected to enter terminal decline. Global production of oil fell… Video Rating: 4 / 5 [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZsYxVe0KE8&fs=1&rel=0] “Why has Globalization Increased Inequality in Developing Economies?” A Lecture by Eric Maskin, […]
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Hoovervilles: 1932 Do-Nothing Economics Image by Tony Fischer Photography By 1932, the Great Depression had spread across America causing tremendous suffering and hardship. Hoovervilles: A Hooverville was the popular name for a shanty town built by homeless men during the Great Depression. They were named after the President at the time, Herbert Hoover, because he […]
Bridal Stores in the US Industry Market Research Report Now Available from IBISWorld
New York, NY (PRWEB) April 16, 2015 The Bridal Stores industry is expected to grow 2.5% per year on average during the five years to 2015. While the slowly declining marriage rate has limited industry growth, economic recovery has increased consumers’ wedding budgets and boosted demand for price-premium wedding products retailed by this industry. According […]
Comerica Bank, National Assoc. of Black Accountants (DFW Chapter), and Dallas Public Library to Join Forces to Promote Financial Literacy; Improve So. Dallas Community
Dallas, TX (PRWEB) April 16, 2015 As thousands of residents in South Dallas struggle to rise out of poverty, making positive life choices to improve their financial future becomes increasingly important. Currently, the income per capita in South Dallas is a startling $ 14,705, 45.6% less than the Dallas average and 43% less than the […]