Economic Trend # 1
Stocks continue to rise on hopes for trade war cease-fire
Source: Tampa Bay Times, Politics section, accessed 09/14/2018
the information in this article suggest that the future of Americas trade feud with China might soon be reduced to a child’s time out. As the world waits to see how Trump and China work out the predicted $200 billion tariffs placed on Chinese imports. If the dispute grows then there will be a major impact on the Asian economy.
This will effect anyone and everyone that participates in buying/selling in the stock market and day to day life. Now that the world has moved into a digital age there is easier entrance into markets. Most of the companies that participate in online retailers are found over seas because of the cheaper real-estate and production costs. If this feud continues then its said that it will be harder for the average consumer to afford shopping items, the value of the dollar will start to lessen again.
the opportunity here is to educate and push social responsibility. The awareness of taxes and trades might help to deescalate the trade feud. Higher tariffs would defiantly impact the cost for imports and manufacturing.
This opportunity stuck out because i participate in the global stock market and I follow the actions of each market. When Trump was elected I was curious to see how our relationship with China’s imports and tariffs would change. Also, now that I have started thinking about starting my own business and the manufacturing side of the product, the idea of a unhealthy economy frightens me a bit.
Economic Trend #2
The Latest: Tech companies sign pledge to cut emissions
a) Source: Tampa Bay Times, Politics section, accessed 09/14/2018
The article published by TBT investigates climate change and how it relates to rising technology leaders. Greenhouse and going “green” has been a world wide movement for a while which is why there is always an opportunity. More companies are trying to follow suit with a commitment to cut greenhouse emissions. Apple recently became the first major leader in 100% renewable energy as all of their facilities are 100% renewable energy.
The greenhouse effect will hurt the entire world if not taken seriously. One of the biggest trends right now is how the greenhouse gas could effect the economy. Green green energy is becoming a customer requested fad as the world moves towards healthier life style habits.
the opportunity here is to educate and push social responsibility. The awareness of greenhouse gasses and global warming can help to stimulate growth and opportunity for health. The opportunity exist within any one who has an interest in the environmental field and the Health field.
This opportunity stuck out because i work for Apple and I am exposed to information about greenhouse gases and renewable resources. The company is very big on renewable energy and staying green. While at apple I have had the opportunity to learn about recycling and how to go green.
Regulatory Trend #1
How tech became a new front in the culture wars
Source: CNN, Politics section, accessed 09/14/2018
The article published by CNN goes over the current movement to sensor Hollywood. With the advancements in technology we have seen big tech companies work closely with social media companies. Online harassment has grown and turned into a real issue in the world. Large political figures are playing a role in the fight against the misuse of technology and social media. Censorship laws have been tightened as companies conform to this new change in customer focused Hollywood.
The possible customer for this scenario would be individuals who use social media as a day to day part of their lives. Social media bloggers, big technology companies, and even entertainment industry as standards shift.
I chose to focus on this opportunity because I like to study culture and how business culture changes at the demand of the consumer. I soon hope to enter the legal field and I need to be well versed in the changing world of politics and culture.
Regulatory Trend #2
China bet big on quantum computing. Now the US races to keep up.
Source: CNN, worlds section, accessed 09/14/2018
As technology advances there are many countries, like China that currently hold the lead. Recently the House of Representatives passed a bill allowing America to “match” the computing capabilities. This is going to change the way we interact with computers and advance Quantum science. Currently America stands behind China when it comes to energy and investments.
Every individual that uses technology is to be impacted by what comes next in the realm of technology
Hey Tara,
ReplyDeleteI loved the articles, they were all very interesting, especially the first one in particular because I do some trading as well. It definitely is a big deal, taking in consideration that everything we buy today has a "made in china" I don't even know what could happen. I think you definitely saw some opportunities in those articles and did a great job articulating them.
Tara,
ReplyDeleteThat is super cool that you work for Apple. I did not know that they were committed to a campaign of cutting emissions. With you working for the company and also having a vested interest in the environmental factors that Apple pursues, it would make a lot of sense that you saw this as an opportunity... Personally, I do not think I would have seen this opportunity the way you did.
Hey Tara,
ReplyDeleteThis was a very solid post and I found each of your articles very thought provoking and significant. I think it is amazing how Apple signed a pledge to reduce emissions and I also was very interested with your topic on the trade war between China and the U.S. right now. I believe a further development in this conflict could have ramifications for many people in the world and it is definitely something that should continue to be monitored.