Australia is one of the most attractive areas to do business because it is transparent and well-regulated. Entrepreneurs want to invest with confidence, and Australia provides a political stability and regulatory framework that gives business owners piece of mind. In … Continue reading
While it was the sub-prime mortgage collapse in North America that officially triggered the Great Recession of 2008, this was indicative of a global trend for irresponsible lending and worthless loans. The UK was no exception to this rule, with … Continue reading
They say that extreme conditions serve as a breeding ground for extremist actions and outlooks, and this is a rule that applies in almost every walk of life. Take the financial marketplace, for example, which has enjoyed unprecedented levels of … Continue reading
You may have heard that sanctions got lifted against Iran a few days ago. In essence, this means one can now consider the clandestine nation a new trading partner. As you can imagine, doing business with Iran raises many questions. Both from an ethical and financial point of view. Continue reading
Online Shops Outside Ireland Take A Big Chunk Of The Revenue In 2012, Irish shoppers spent €2.96bn shopping online, and the figure rose to a staggering €4.1bn in 2014. However, 75% of the purchases went to businesses outside Ireland. This … Continue reading
Although there have been many advances in women’s equality in the workplace, we are still significantly lacking when it comes to paying women fairly. In 2015, Equal Pay Day – the day in 2015 women had to work until to make the same amount as men did in 1 year – was April 14th. Continue reading
From the outside, boxing looks like a sport driven by money. The staggering sums earned by boxers, promoters and TV channels from major fights point to a sport that is heavily driven by profit. The much publicised persona of its … Continue reading
As college graduates enter the workforce, they often seek the perfect location that will serve as a hub for youth, energy and opportunity. Researching potential career destinations is a great idea for any aspiring leader. The city of Raleigh offers … Continue reading
When you set out to conquer the financial world, there is only one thing that everybody wants; a massive return of investment with as little risk as possible. Usually these two variables don’t mix. It is commonly known and inevitable: … Continue reading
If you’ve traveled anywhere overseas, you will have had to change the currency you use, trading in one type of money for another. Beneath this simple switch lies a complex world of economies and finance that makes up the global marketplace. In … Continue reading