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Hezbollah Financing, 2007.
This paper explores how the diamond trade in West Africa is used for Hezbollah financing.
3,382 words (approx. 13.5 pages), 9 sources, MLA, £ 68.95
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In this article, the writer maintains that one of the most difficult issues involved with prosecuting the ongoing war on global terrorism has been identifying and eliminating the funding sources for terrorist groups. The paper then attempts to determine how the diamond trade in the nations of West Africa is being used to help finance terrorist organizations in general and Hezbollah in particular. The writer points out that while the diamond trade in West Africa has been legitimized and careful controls implemented over the years, analysts believe that as much as 20 percent of the world's diamond supply continues to be of an illicit nature. Furthermore, the writer notes that analysts also believe that some terrorist groups, including Hezbollah, are receiving at least some of their funding through the illicit trading in diamonds among the nations of West Africa, particularly Sierra Leone.
Outline:
Introduction
Thesis Statement
Approach
Background
Statement of the Problem
Preview Statement
Review and Discussion
Background and Overview
Diamond Trade in West Africa
Emergence of Hezbollah Ties to West Africa
Current and Future Trends
Methodology
Conclusion
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"An international certification process for rough diamonds, known as the Kimberley Process, was initiated by the Government of South Africa in May 2000; since that time, there has been more and more participation among the regional stakeholders and to date, more than 35 nations have been meeting on a regular basis to develop the system, which was established in 2003. In Sierra Leone, the diamond certification system was instituted in October 2000, four months after the UN Security Council passed a resolution that banned diamond exports until a certification system was established; during the year that followed after the system was introduced, legal exports increased from $1.3 million to $25.9 million worth of diamonds; nevertheless, authorities continue to believe that many of the better quality diamonds are still being smuggled and are not going through the official certification system."
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Debt and Equity Financing, 2005.
An overview of the positive and negative characteristics of debt and equity financing.
2,157 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 47.95
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This paper examines how choosing which financing vehicle is best for a company is very important and how equity and debt financing are financial mechanisms by which a firm can raise financial capital. It looks at how the characteristics of each of these two groups depend on three variables: investors' claims on future cash flow, their right to participate in company decisions and their claims on company assets in liquidation. The paper examines the benefits and disadvantages of both.
Outline
Introduction
Characteristics of Equity Financing
Advantages of Equity Financing
Disadvantages of Equity Financing
Characteristics of Debt Financing
Advantages of Debt Financing
Disadvantages of Debt Financing
Contrast Between Equity and Debt Financing
The Capital Structure Decision
The Irrelevance Proposition
Conclusion
References
Appendix
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"Equity financing is the act of raising money for company activities by selling common or preferred stock to individual or institutional investors. In return for the money paid, shareholders receive ownership interests in the corporation. Equity (or common stock) offers residual claims. On a balance sheet, equity equals total assets less all liabilities. Equity financing is generally recommended for a business that's experiencing very high growth with high investment risk. The major sources of equity financing include individuals starting the business, friends and family, angel investors, venture capitalists, and public equity markets. Equity can take several forms including preferred stock, common stock, limited partnership interest, and project equity."
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The Financing of Terrorism, 2008.
This paper provides an analysis into the financing of terrorism, including motivation and the influence of the media.
1,941 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 43.95
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In this article, the writer examines and analyzes the financing of terrorism. The writer's analysis is divided into successive components entitled: Forms of Financing, Motivations for Financing Terrorism, Exploitation of the Media, and Disturbing Trends. The final sections offer a solution to the problem of terrorism. In addition, the writer provides a concluding commentary concerning the consequences if the fundamental causes of terrorism are not addressed through Western foreign policy changes and alternative fuels are not developed so reliance on Middle East oil can be ended.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Forms of Financing
Motivations for Financing Terrorism
Exploitation of the Media
Disturbing Trends
Conclusion
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"Terrorists, of course, do not consider themselves to be irrational or self-righteous, they believe they are defending Muslims from Western domination and economic exploitation. Millions of Muslims throughout the Middle East share this belief, and help fund terrorist groups by making contributions to Islamic charities, which greatly exacerbates the difficulties for Western governments and intelligence agencies trying to cut off the financing of terrorism.
"The fundamental problem in combating the exploitation of Islamic charities by terrorist groups is the fact that the act of charity forms a very important part of Muslim law and tradition."
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Micro-Financing, 2005.
An overview of the benefits of micro-financing in global economies.
2,184 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 48.95
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This paper focuses on the effects and benefits of micro-financing in specimen countries, focusing on their respective exchange rates. Special focus is given to inflationary pressures, demand of goods and purchasing power, which may be affected by micro-financing.
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I. Introduction: What is Micro-financing
II. Financials and Micro-financing
III. Micro-financing and exchange rates
IV. Benefits of Micro-financing
V. Conclusion
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"The main benefits of micro-credit appear to be reduced vulnerability of the poor to adverse circumstances, increased consumption in the same group, and empowerment of women. The major spin-off of the micro-credit movement at the grassroots level has been the fact that women have used this system to come out and join a mainstream activity in the village. In many areas, particularly where there has been support from NGOs or strong SHGs, women have gained a voice and been able to use this space to come out of their traditional roles into a more 'proactive' male space."
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Global Financing: Minimizing Risk, 2008.
An analysis of the role of multinational banks in minimizing the risks associated with global financing.
1,002 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 4 sources, APA, £ 24.95
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This paper analyzes the subject of global financing and the exchange rate. It focuses on the roles that international financial institutes such as World Bank, IMF and ADB for example, have with regard to global financing operations and risk management. The paper specifically looks at how multinational banks can minimize the risks associated with global financing.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Global Financing
Risk Management
Conclusions and Commentary
From the Paper
"Blount (1998) suggests that reductions in risks associated with global financing will stem from cooperative efforts between banks and political leaders. Such efforts should involve "defining uniform codes for security and financing issues" and "braiding exchange trading and bank settlement processes" in a manner that creates "multi-currency accounting" and financing systems (Blount, 1998: 38). While on paper this concept seems simple, it is often difficult to commingle varying political and economic interests between companies to create stable bank financing and exchange trading policies to which every country will agree to. At most global financial institutions can hedge risks by looking for and working with countries that demonstrate stability and an active interest in cooperating with other countries to create more fluid "global capital markets" (Blount, 1998: 38)."
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Campaign Financing, 2004.
The paper explores the limitations on campaign financing in the US Congress.
1,154 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 27.95
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This paper explains campaign financing and the federal and state levels of campaigning funds. The paper discusses the finance reform laws that prohibit "soft money" and place restrictions on contributions. The paper relates that if the current trend continues, eventually congressional financing will be so regulated that even an ordinary citizen will be able to run for a seat in congress.
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"It is said "Campaign financing in Congress has become so scandalous that is gives the wealthy in Congress inordinate influence, while ordinary citizens are virtually excluded from a meaningful role." It is true that Congress relies heavily on finances in order to maintain/achieve incumbency, however there are many financial restriction regarding campaign finances. Finance reform laws now prohibit the use of "soft money" (money obtain outside the restrictions of federal law). This soft money restriction came about with the passage of the Shay's- Meehan Campaign Finance Reform Law. However, there are restrictions on individual contributions, as established in the out come of the Buckley v. Valeo case. These restrictions have limited the effect of campaign spending on voters, and created little negative impact (aside from a lack of money) on the Congress as a whole."
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Investigating Terrorist Financing, 2006.
This paper argues that investigating terrorist financing should be a
priority in the war against terrorism.
1,842 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 8 sources, APA, £ 41.95
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This paper argues that, to fight terrorism, we must make the investigation of terrorist financing a priority. In particular, the paper provides a literature review on the topic and highlights the need for international laws and legislation to deter terrorist financing. The paper also discusses informal financial networks with very few rules that can be regulated and controlled by states. The paper concludes with various recommendations in terms of assisting the international community with fighting the war on terrorism.
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Abstract
Introduction
Review of Literature
Summary of Findings
Recommendations
Conclusion
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"September 11th, 2001 has implanted images into people's minds across the world of needless death and destruction. Some of these images are of planes crashing into tall buildings that last only a brief couple of seconds. These moments took years of planning and a tremendous amount of logistical support. According to the FBI, the attacks cost between $303,672 and $500,000 to orchestrate (Levitt, 2002). A price cannot be placed on the destruction caused as thousands of lives were lost. However it is clear that billions of dollars of damage was committed and more money is needed for security, law enforcement and the military."
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Hospital Capital Financing, 2006.
A discussion regarding raising capital for hospital financing.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 4 sources, £ 31.95
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This paper considers the different means available to hospitals for financing capital construction projects. The focus is on mortgages and bond issues. The paper touches on the general outlines of these methods of financing and discusses the characteristics of success funding arte in an effort to define the way hospitals can increase their likelihood of successfully raising funds.
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"The financing of hospital construction projects has become an important public health issue in the past several decades. As the population has burgeoned through an influx of immigrants and a newly-expanding birth rate, and as the large "baby boom" population moves through middle age into retirement years, the demand for services that hospitals provide has grown. Concurrently, the sources of financing for hospital construction have shifted from public and philanthropic contributions to incursion of long-term debt (Washington State Department of Health, n.d.)."
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Automobile Financing, 2002.
This work describes each function of the uncontrolled and controlled variables of the automobile financing schemes of Chrysler.
920 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 2 sources, APA, £ 22.95
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This work is a detailed analysis of the automobile financing schemes for Chrysler. It lists all the various controlled and uncontrolled variables as well as explains the demands for automobile financing. Among those are prices and special deals, money spent on advertising, average income of consumers, consumer taste and the expectation of services at Chrysler Financial.
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"With the slowing of the economy, Chrysler is forced to give incentives such as special interest rates, factory rebates, and free equipment group upgrades to maintain sales levels that stay competitive. During the time of economic slowdown, there is less money flowing in and out of consumer?s hands, which means fewer business transactions taking place. This has an impact of all aspects of the economy, including car sales. In order to entice people to purchase cars during periods such as these, it is necessary to offer lowered rates and added incentives to interest the would-be buyer. This buyer power gives the consumer a financial advantage, thus leading to more demand for vehicles."
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Financing and Toyota's Current Recall Decision, 2008.
An analysis of the financing options for Toyota following the company's current recall decision.
1,206 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 2 sources, MLA, £ 29.95
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This paper discusses financing within a firm or organization and the importance of its processes within the overall strategic development of financial management. The paper specifically discusses Toyota's current recall decision and analyzes a variety of options that are available to the company given its current need pertaining to a recall.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Financing Options
The Effectiveness of the Options Chosen: Financial Outlook
Conclusion
From the Paper
"Financing is essentially to helping a company's strategic development and growth, as is clearly shown by Toyota. However, with projects or changes in strategic goals that require financial obligations from a corporation, then many options that fit the general financial position of the firm has to be examined. Options available are endless, however Toyota has to use the right combination to gain the needed capital while simultaneously dealing with the debt/equity balancing. Similarly, the financing techniques above are also chosen to ensure the optimal cash flow balance; which is enough to help with the daily cash flow needs, while not being excessive that results in a loss of opportunity interest. The overall composition of the paper was to clearly outline the options available to Toyota as they seek funding for the full cost of the recall at $925 million. The structure and method of each type is significantly different, but can be advantageous to Toyota as they seek funding."
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Post-High School Education Financing, 2005.
This paper discusses problems of financing post-high school education especially for students from lower economic strata.
1,200 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 29.95
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This paper explains that, in looking at a cross section of any campus whether it is a university, college (private), junior college or a two-year trade school, most students in the lower end of the economic strata and require extremely tight budgeting to finance their education. The author points out that, despite the vast amounts of grant monies, scholarships, student-loans available and other sources of income, education financing is becoming an even greater problem because most of institutions are being forced to raise costs to the student body because of their own budgetary shortfalls. The paper stresses that the student loan programs at first glance appear to be a relief for the tightly budgeted student; however, there are some pitfalls to these programs that can do more harms than good for the over extended student.
Table of Contents
Today's University, College, Junior College and Trade School Student
The University and Private Four Year College Student
The Student Loan Trap
Student Loan Default Due to the Failure to Budget
From the Paper
"The problem as found by the Inspector General of the GSA was that the requirements for proofs by the Education Department were nearly non-existent. For example, in many cases there was no death certificate at all, in its place the Education Department accepted newspaper obituary notices, mostly forged was all that was required. Where permanent disability claims were concerned Social Security records proved that over 35,000 were quite able bodied and working making enough money to easily repay their indebtedness."
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Financing Options of Developing Countries, 2005.
An analysis of the main financing options available to the governments of developing countries.
3,271 words (approx. 13.1 pages), 10 sources, MLA, £ 66.95
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All national governments finance their expenditures through a number of different methods, the most important of which is taxes. Other options available to developing countries include foreign financing, government borrowing, and grants and other assistance from nongovernmental organizations. This paper provides a review and discussion of these components, followed by a summary of the research in the conclusion.
From the Paper
"The International Finance Corporation is a United Nations specialized agency affiliated with but legally separate from the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (World Bank). The IFC was founded in 1956 in an effort to stimulate the economic development of its members by providing capital for private enterprises, the IFC has targeted its aid toward less-developed countries and has been their largest multilateral source of private-sector equity financing and loans. The IFC is headed by a president, who also serves as president of the World Bank; governors and executive directors of the World Bank also serve at the IFC, though it has its own operational and legal staff. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., its original membership of 31 had grown to about 175 by the beginning of the 21st century."
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Future Trends in Hospital Financing, 2005.
A discussion on how future trends in hospital financing will affect pharmacology.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 5 sources, £ 24.95
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This is a short paper regarding the association of future trends in hospital financing and the accompanying changes and requirements that would be placed on an in-hospital pharmacy. The paper discusses various trends, such as closing or merging for those in capital poor situations; increased collections, greater use of technology and specializing were trends for those in capital rich situations. The paper examines the necessary pharmaceutical recommendations in response to these changes.
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"Future trends in hospital financing are either exciting or dismal, depending on what the hospital's current bond rating is ("How are Hospitals," 2004). If it is secure, the future is bright, as that hospital belongs to the group of hospitals considered "the haves." For the haves, money is not an issue and capital is readily available. For the "have nots" operating capital is scarce if it is there at all, the hospital is in jeopardy of closing its doors, and financing options are virtually non-existent ("How are Hospitals Financing, 2004). A reported "47% of hospital CFOs say they can't keep up with the basic need for capital improvements" (How are Hospitals, 2004)."
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Capital Financing in Health Care, 2005.
Examines the importance of capital financing in the health care field.
746 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 3 sources, APA, £ 18.95
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As in any business, capital financing in the health care field, is very important. Without proper financial planning, budgeting and working capital, a company is headed for financial ruin. This paper shows that obtaining capital can be done in various ways and should be well planned and executed. If properly planned, a business has a good chance of survival. Without planning, bankruptcy could be the result.
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"St. Vincent's Catholic Medical Centers, a New York healthcare provider, announced that it would file Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after losing its working capital loan. St. Vincent's defaulted on $30 million of its pre-petition loan committed by HFG (Healthcare Finance Group), which had agreed to provide a total of $100 million, in DIP (Debtor-in-Possession) financing. DIP financing is used in bankruptcy so that while the bankruptcy is being processed the business will have working capital for the duration. In many cases, DIP financing is considered attractive because it is done only under order of the Bankruptcy Court and allows the company to execute a Plan of Reorganization (POR)."
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