According to the New York TImes, Republicans in the House of Representatives have just passed a tax bill that would devastate graduate research in the United States. Questions: 1. What would be the result if universities try to cover the tuition that will now be taxed for graduate students? 2. How does the American public… Read more »
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Walmart Gaining on Amazon!
According to the Washington Post, Walmart, which has worked hard to shed its image as an old-school retailer, recently offered proof that its efforts are working: Online sales rose 50 percent, the company said, as more Americans flocked to Walmart.com for everyday items. Questions: 1. After the announcement about the increase in online sales, what… Read more »
Avoiding the Taxman in Paradise!
If you have not had a chance to read about the Paradise Papers, you owe it to yourself to read this article about Nike. Nike is avoiding taxes by charging themselves for intellectual property. This is a story involving grey areas and loopholes, tax havens and zero tax rates, and the movement of money and… Read more »
The Movie Thor Rocks!
“Thor: Ragnarok” rocked the box office for the second weekend in a row. Questions: 1. What was the movie’s competition? 2. Who stars in the movie? 3. How much has the box-office success taken in since opening? 4. Research this one: How does accounting in the movie industry vary from other industries? Source: Staff. (2017)… Read more »
Will Virtual Wally World Rise Above its Current Fashion Stigma?
To make deeper inroads into online fashion, Wal-Mart Stores Inc said it will soon offer Hudson’s Bay Co. owned department store chain Lord & Taylor dedicated space on its website. Questions: 1. When will the new fashions be offered? 2. What are the financial terms of the deal? 3. Despite its large presence, who is… Read more »
CVS bids for Aetna
According to Reuters, CVS Health Corp., a U.S. pharmacy chain, made an offer to acquire No. 3 U.S. health insurer, Aetna Inc. for more than $200 per share, or over $66 billion. Questions: 1. After the news, what happened to Aetna stock price? 2. Would this be a good “marriage,” in your opinion? 3. How… Read more »
Vulnerable for a Takeover?
Broadcom LTD made an unsolicited $103 billion bid for Qualcomm to set the stage for a major takeover of the chipmaker and dominate the market of semiconductors used in mobile phones. Questions: 1. What is Qualcomm’s take on this bid? 2. Would this deal cause a monopoly? 3. What are the terms of the deal?… Read more »
What a Business Model!
In 2008, a thriving company named Science Care Inc developed a 55-page national expansion plan. Read what happened! Questions: 1. What was the company’s goal? 2. What company did Science Care Inc. model? 3. How much did the company earn From 2012 through 2014? 4. If a person donates a whole body when they die,… Read more »
Good Bye Old Friend!
According to Axios, Sears and Whirlpool are severing ties after a 101-year relationship. You will no longer be able to buy Whirlpool appliances at Sears, but Whirlpool will still make Kenmore appliances for the firm. Questions: 1. Why does this matter? 2. What other relationships has Sears changed in the recent past? 3. What did… Read more »
What’s Degree Inflation?
According to Axios and a new report out by Harvard, a growing number of U.S. employers are requiring bachelor’s degrees for jobs that have long been performed by workers without them. This is contributing to a rise in income inequality through “degree inflation.” Questions: 1. Why does this matter? 2. What are the costs of… Read more »