During the 1970s, America faced an energy crisis and stagflation (stagnant economic growth with high inflation). Ronald Reagan came to power touting supply-side economic theory (cut taxes on the wealthy so that they would invest more which would, in turn, create jobs). The immediate results of his policies was the worst recession since the Great Depression. By the end of 1983 the economy was recovery and by the end of 1984 the stock market was soaring.

How were average Americans impacted by the policies of Ronald Reagan?

After listening to the broadcast for the vaccine pricing of Covid-19, it seems to me that it is complex, and it will be controversial throughout the globe. NPR only discusses the situation in America; however, I think the problem will be more intense in developing countries and poorer countries with low government income.

                The first question is, how should the vaccine be priced so that the companies still have the incentives and motivation to develop the vaccine, and in the meantime, affordable for everyone?

   Another question is, what should be the role of the government in this stage of vaccine development?

What are the four factors that determined the current modern economy? • How have these factors changed over the course of the 30 years? • How do the shifts manifest in the world economy? Give at least five examples. • What are the implications for business in North America? Great Britain? Hong Kong? • Initiate a discussion based upon your country of choice and the state of the economy there. • Look at the history of your country’s economy basis, and how it has changed over the past 30 years.

Please write here, not on the paper, Thank you!

Your company is considering opening a new factory in Latin America. As such the strategic management division is in the process of evaluating the specific locations for such an operation.

The pool of candidate countries has been narrowed to (1) Columbia (2) Panama and (3) Paraguay.

By using Country Insights, a resource provided by globalEdge, prepare a short report comparing the risks of conducting business in these countries. Based on this information, in which country would you open the new factory?

“Prior to the advent of the Coronavirus, cybersecurity was ranked as the greatest risk

to doing business in North America by the World Economic Forum (WEF). In its 2019

Global Risks Report it ranked as the second biggest business risk for the UK and

Ireland after Brexit”.

- Advise how a companies’ board of directors could implement a risk management

strategy to address future uncertainties.

-Evaluate the characteristics of an effective risk management system that would

address the key issue to which the above quotation, draws attention.

A friend of yours is very nice but more patriotic than excited about reading books. At a party with friends she says, “America’s health care system is by far the best in the world, and therefore our pregnant moms and newborn babies are the healthiest.” Based on what you read and watched in Unit 1, what might you say about at least two issues related to prenatal care, the birthing process, and the health of pregnant mothers and newborns that might suggest there is room for improvement in America?

In essay form, discuss.

400 words

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Typhoon Foods, Inc. is considering expansion into Latin America. The CEO of Typhoon has come to you for a recommendation on the best market expansion approach.

Choose one of the market expansion approaches we discussed in class (E-Commerce, Licensing, Franchising, FDI, or Joint Venture). Explain what that expansion approach is in your own words and make a strong argument for why it is the best approach. Do a comparison / contrast with at least one other expansion approach.

Should the government raise the minimum wage? Explain your answer. Your targeted audience are the Shareholders of your company ABC Technologies. The CEO stated he wants to increase minimum wage from $10.00 to $17.00, but the Shareholders are concerned that is not a smart move financially. Be sure to cite pros/cons; laws involved, living wages, etc. This is a current ongoing debate in America as some companies are raising the wage while others not so much. What impact will this have on the consumer?

I will appreciate the help!!