Spanish austerity alternative proposed
A Spanish austerity alternative that could restore full employment by 2018 has been proposed by the Center for Economic and Policy Research (CEPR).
The paper...
US college graduates face mixed job market
College graduates in the United States face a mixed job market, according to the latest Recruiting Trends annual report from Michigan State University (MSU).
While...
High altitude ice on Boeing Dreamliner warning
Boeing has warned fifteen airlines about high altitude ice forming on its 727-8 and 787 Dreamliner aircraft.
Some General Electric engines have dangerous ice accumulation...
Banking proposals threaten global growth
A new study by the Cato Institute concludes that U.S. and UK domestic and foreign banking proposals may threaten global growth.
The authors, Louise C....
Workplace fun helps retain employees but may reduce productivity
In the hospitality industry, workplaces where managers encourage employees - particularly the younger ones - to have fun in their jobs, are better at...
German business climate index at 18-month high in November
The German Business Climate index for industry and trade, issued by the ifo Institute, Center for Economic Studies (CESifo GmbH), increased significantly in November...
The Venezuelan economy – wanton destruction
The Venezuelan economy should be the richest of the Americas, it has more oil reserves than anywhere in the world, even more than Saudi...
African women key for trade in Africa
African women play a crucial role in trade in Africa, says the World Bank, and for the continent’s success in exploiting its trade potential...
When a brand dies, so does the consumer community that loves it
A new US study in the Journal of Consumer Research that examines consumer behavior surrounding the death of a brand, suggests that when a...
Google Wallet Card launched
Google Inc. has launched the Google Wallet Card.
The pre-paid debit card allows people to shop in stores or use ATMs to withdraw cash without...