Great Recession

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1. The current economic situation of the US compared with five years ago shows that the US was entering recession then, and is coming out of downturn now. The Bureau of Economic Analysis publishes GDP data. On a yearly basis, 2008 saw a decline of 0.3% based on chain 2005 dollars. The slump accelerated in 2009 with a decline of 3.1%. Since then, the economy has grown 2.4%, 1.8% and 2.2% respectively. Quarterly data shows a decline of 1.8% in Q1 2008, and Q4 2012 (the latest data available) shows

international trade and an impact on the stock market. As European Union has high trade ties and financial ties with US, the European Union suffered the effects of this financial crisis as well resulting in the Global Financial crisis of 2008 or the Great depression of 2008.

define recession and depression in order to put these matters in the right perspective. According to the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER), recession is the period when business activities have reached its peak and a fall starts. This continues until the time when those business activities reach the bottom. In average, a recession lasts for one year. Depression on the other hand is a downturn in economic activity. A great example is the Great Depression of 1930. The term ‘recession’ was coined

|Case 3: The Devil’s Own Wine Shoppe | |Business Strategy: Spring 2013—April 8, 2013 | |Tamara M. Yancy | Case Analysis: The Devil’s Own Wine Shoppe Introduction The article, “The Devil’s Own Wine Shoppe” revolves around the wine store owned by Bruce Nelson and his wife, Mary Lee. Being

staff is usually highly trained and often wars more formal attire, and there is often a dress code for patrons” (Trends in Fine Dining). Economic downturn caused high-end restaurants decline in sales and even going out of businesses. During the recession period, restaurant operators are facing challenge of food price inflation and consumer’s preference change. Consumers want less tradition, relaxed and less expensive restaurants. Fine dining become unaffordable to most people during the downturn

Economists as many business people are hoping for the best in 2014 to 2016. After the worst recession of 2008 to 2009, many companies have learned the best lessons because during that time they fought not to be out of business, some merged , others companies barely survived. Most companies are left with recession scars and the fear that it can happen again. From that worse recession companies have learned to be prepared. As new laws and regulations are passed by the congress, companies, (Geico included

Problem 1: Industry Competition and Price Sensitive Customer Trend Zappos business strategy is to differentiate itself amongst similar businesses by offering an unparalleled customer service creating a “WOW” experience for its customers. This strategy is an integral part of the organizational culture and is one of its core values. Each and every member of the company is trained in customer service irrespective of their business function and is equipped to provide their organization, suppliers

consumer electronics which provides consumers with basic functions. They do also have a strong branding and loyal customers, since the slowdown from Apple’s innovation, Apple users are actually considering switching to Samsung. With the current global recession, consumers are looking at more affordable alternatives. Apple’s indirect competitors would fall under this range. Companies such as ASUS, HP, HTC, Nokia, Microsoft and LG are constantly improving and providing consumers with the affordable range

The acronym stands for the strength, weakness, opportunity and threats. It is a popular analysis method commonly used in analysing a company based on both internal and external factors. 4.4.1 Strengths  Strong and well diversified operational base due its large network of pubs and restaurants, tenanted and managed leases and its brewery operations across the UK giving it economies of scale.  Greene King PLC has an established presence and reputation as well since it has been in operation in the