Friday, December 16, 2011

This Slump Won't End Until 2031

Due 2 Jan 2012. Why does Mathew Lyons predict 2031 as an end to this recession?? What economic indicators is he using as a basis for his analysis? What are your own predictions?

Thursday, December 15, 2011

Econ4 OWS

Due 2 Jan 2011. Listen, read, whose name(s) do you recognize on the list??

Gov Scott Signs Sweeping Insurance Policy Changes into Law

Due 2 Jan 2011. Read this article then read the next article on the list. Write your comments on the next blog.

Gov Scott Signs Property Insurance

Due 2 Jan 2011. Analyze and discuss how this rewrite of insurance practices will affect you in acquiring property insurance. What types of things do you need to know when you determine the type of policy inclusions you buy? Does this bill help consumers or the insurance industry? If we help the insurance industry, does it help Florida citizens?

Friday, December 2, 2011

A Conspiracy of Hogs: The McRib as Arbitrage

Due 9 Dec 2011. Read the article and analyze the graph. Illustrate the meaning of arbitrage. What is a loss leader? Explain the economics concepts the author discusses in the article. Do you agree or disagree with the author's POV?