Every year the time between Thanksgiving and Christmas are the most busiest times for everyone, from the shoppers to the retail stores, nationwide. The Online Trading Academy has created an infographic about the Christmas Economy with facts on holiday spending. Take a look below has some fanscinating facts on top gift ideas, traditional behaviors when […]
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Green Giants
With the nation struggling to recover from the latest recession, coupled with millions of unemployed workers, and businesses closing every day, it doesn’t take a genius to realize that some companies aren’t struggling along with us-in fact, they’re thriving. Accounting School Guide has created an infographic entitled “Green Giants” listing some of the most profitable […]
Business in Africa
Statistical data shows that Africa contains some of the poorest countries in the world. However, many countries are beginning to show signs of hope. International Business Degree Guide has created an infographic entitled “Business is Booming in Africa” detailing how this country is improving its status in the worldwide economic climate.
Adding it All Up [Infographic]
Persons employed in fields of accounting and auditing can increase their salaries by adding further certification levels onto their base degrees. These fields are forecast to increase in demand by 16% through 2020. Jobs included in accounting and auditing fields include: bookkeeping, accounting and auditing clerks; budget analysts; cost estimators; financial analysts; financial examiners; financial […]
Dollars and Sense [Infographic]
Nearly half of adults in America report their financial situation is their biggest concern, yet only about a third of people have a long-term plan for savings and investment goals. High school students in the U.S. are less able than ever to properly handle money matters, even though the average employee is working longer hours […]
Bit by Bit [Infographic]
Bitcoin is a digital peer-to-peer currency system, allowing payments to be sent and received anywhere around the world within minutes. While many individuals are still unsure of this newest currency, the use of Bitcoins has skyrocketed in the past year. Since their first release in 2009, their value has gone through the ceiling, increasing over […]
Fuel Economy
Cruising the Floating Economy
Cruise ships are titans of the vacation industry. These massive boats holding thousands of vacationers sail the world over every day. In 2011 alone, over 19 million people took a cruise, totaling over $29 billion in business. But surprisingly, less than a quarter of Americans have set foot on a cruise ship. Let’s consider the […]
The Business of Giving
As the economy struggles to rebound and households continue to scale back on spending, there is an increasing trend in the business world toward investing in corporate social responsibility. Even in these tough economic times, companies realize the importance of supporting local communities and philanthropic causes. Supporting a cause that positively reflects on a brand […]