Energy |
It seems like a bygone era when fuel prices were this low. Oil dipped below $50/barrel for the first time in 10 years. Prices at the pump are the lowest in a decade which makes commuters and truckers thrilled, but what about the economy as a whole, and what can we...
General |
From everyone here at DiscussEconomics we want to wish you a great Christmas. Hopefully your bills won’t get the better of you this season, but hey, if people didn’t spend we’d have nothing to talk about! If you don’t do the Xmas thing then...
Microeconomics |
Let’s carry on from our introduction into microeconomics with a focus now on how firm’s costs vary with output in the short run (6months to 2 years). Let’s Make an Important Assumption: Prices of inputs are assumed given (ie., firms can’t...
Microeconomics |
Let’s start our introduction to monopolies by offering a definition: An industry comprising of only one firm. Examples include utility companies (gas, electric, water), rail, and cable companies. Reasons for monopoly: (1) No close substitutes – If...
Finance |
Continuing a discussion on the introductory article on financial terms and explanations, this article discussion common share dilution. Firstly, some background for EPS, let’s use a firm’s Net Income (NI), in this case on a per-share basis. The formula to...
Microeconomics |
Continuing on with demand theory. Previously we discussed the Cobb Douglas function, now we move into perfect substitutes and the corner solution. Here are some factors to keep in mind. 1. Indifference curves must interest one of the axis (not necessity or essential...
Personal Finances |
DON’T say the B-word. What caused this stigma I have no idea, but one thing is for certain, people who don’t know how to handle their money in the most basic ways know one thing for sure, don’t tell me to ‘budget’. The fact of the matter is...
Banking |
Here is some brief notes on the function and descriptions of these financial instruments. Treasury Bills (T-Bills) Government of Canada issues T-Bills in certain lengths: 98,182, 364 days – issued in denominations of $1000.00 – bought at a discount –...
Finance |
Definitions on Income Statements Here is a brief synopsis of key financial terms for introductory finance majors and business folks regarding income statements and balance sheets. Firstly, defining some terms: Income Statement : A statement measuring a firm’s...
Banking |
The prime interest rate that banks can borrow from the Central Bank still sits at 1%. Mortgage rates are generally pegged to bond rates, but the overall economic sentiment around borrowing impacts what consumer pay for their home borrowing. The Investor’s Group...
