The Potential Integration of More Countries in the European Union
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This 6 page paper looks at the way in which the European Union may be effected by the planned expansion. Many countries wish to join to gain the advantages, but in joining there may also be potential problems such as administration, budgetary concerns and the integration of the welfare states. These are discussed and potential solutions both existing and original are proposed. The bibliography cites 5 sources.
Filename: TEexpanp.wps

The Trade War Between the U.S. and the European Union
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This 2 page report discusses the 'trade war' that has evolved between the United States and the European Union and its political implications, as well as the concerns of those in the midst of it. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: BWeuWar.rtf

Toward a More Perfect (European) Union
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A 10 page research analysis on the European Union; specifically which factors influence a country to join or decide not to join the Union. Included are the history of the union, its political and economic attributes, and which factors have been hailed and which have caused problems for countries before and after joining the organization. Bibliography cites eight sources.
Filename: 90euro.rtf

The European Monetary Union, the Euro, and the Impact on Financial Markets
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This 80 page paper provides an overview of the issues related to the initiation of the European Monetary Union, the standardization of currency throughout Europe through the creation of the 'Euro' and the implications for participant countries. This paper outlines some of the most important components of the history and business structures defined by the EMU and then defines the changes that have occurred in recent years as an extension of the initiation of the Euro. Bibliography lists 45 sources.
Filename: MHeurogr.wps

A Common Currency -- The Euro
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A 5 page paper discussing the introduction of the euro (EMU) and the extent to which it will reduce the 'home bias' of portfolio managers in the U.S. Also reviewed are several issues relating to the euro and how it will affect the UK's pound sterling. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Theeuro.wps

Issues Concerning A Common European Currency / France & The Euro
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An 8 page paper discussing the introduction of the common European currency, the 'euro,' and its implications for the nation of France. Issues examined include the reasons for France's support of the euro and a common currency, as well as the political ramifications the entire issue has brought about between European nations. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Franceur.wps

The Euro
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This 10 page paper looks at the introduction of the euro and its possible effects on different parts of Europe, the United States and investors as well. Several points of view are analyzed including that of businessmen, economists and the general public's perception of the currency change. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
Filename: Euroeff.wps

The Euro & A Global Environment
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A 6 page examination of the move towards a common currency in Europe called the Euro. Issues discussed include the benefits of the Euro in regards to a world currency and also world unification. The current situation is discussed, in that the euro will be fully in effect on January 1, 1999, as well as the impact this reality will have on the economic situations of investors. It is assumed that if this monetary combination succeeds, it would not. perhaps, be out of the question to assume such would also work on a global scale. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Euroglo.wps

The Euro: Problems and Processes
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A 7 page paper which discusses many aspects of the development of the single market and the Euro. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: RAeuropr.wps

The Impact of Trade Embargoes
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An 8 page paper. Often used by the United States in response to either human rights or military issues intervention, economic sanctions have been thought to be effective and productive. Woodrow Wilson believed that economic sanctions were an 'economic, peaceful, silent, deadly enemy.' That position is being rethought by many, however, particularly in the area of trade embargoes. Examined here are the embargoes against the former Soviet Union for the invasion of Afghanistan, Cuba and Iraq, with the lesson that such embargoes are only effective when the leaders are concerned with the welfare of their people. Cuba may be coming around; Iraq is still chanting 'death to America.' Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Embargo.wps

Financial Performance of Shipping Industry Sectors
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This 30 page paper provides an overview of six sectors in the shipping industry (cruise , ferry, tankers, dry-bulk carriers, container ships and specialist vessels). A financial analysis is provided, assessing each sector in terms of competition within and other factors such as taxation, international law, environmental considerations and safety issues. Bibliography lists 24 sources.
Filename: SA013shp.wps

EVA AND MVA
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This 5-page paper touches on two economic factors --Economic Value Add and Market Value Add -- and determines how they fit into an accounting format. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: MTevamva.rtf