Essays about: "the economic effects of globalization"

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  1. 1. Insuring the Future: Managing Risks and Disruptions within the Insurance Value Chain - A multiple case study on the commercial insurance industry

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Ezabella Kwok; Sarah Pramle; [2023-07-19]
    Keywords : Risk; Risk Management; Commercial Insurance; Insurance Value Chain; Global Disruption; Covid-19 Pandemic;

    Abstract : Globalization has resulted in the fragmentation of business activities and participation in cross-border networks, giving rise to Global Value Chains, thus increasing vulnerability to risks and disruptions. While there is existing research on risk management in tangible product production within GVCs, there is a scarcity of literature on risk management in service industries, particularly on the Insurance Value Chain. READ MORE

  2. 2. Cultural backlash to globalization and right-wing power: Import competition shaping sexual beliefs in Western Europe

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Ekonomisk-historiska institutionen

    Author : Matteo Magnano; [2023]
    Keywords : Business and Economics; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : Does economic globalization impact sexual beliefs, contributing to the rise of right-wing parties? Although voters may not discern threats from trade shocks, individual economic insecurity theoretically impacts cultural attitudes and sparks a backlash towards outgroups, in turn contributing to right-wing candidates that campaign leveraging intolerance. Considering that scholars provide evidence for import competition strengthening support for right-wing parties, this study accounts for the peculiarities of European Parliament elections and their electoral outcomes of 2019. READ MORE

  3. 3. Competitive cities and architecture. : A case study of Malmo, Sweden

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för Urbana Studier (US)

    Author : Nathan Frank Ó Néill; [2023]
    Keywords : Neoliberalism; Urban Planning Architecture; City-Branding; Competitive city;

    Abstract : Abstract    This thesis explores the evolving relationship between architecture and the globally competitive city, specifically examining how architects are involved in the realization of market metaphors that underpin city-branding on global markets. Specifically, this research focuses on waterfront redevelopment projects of post-industrial cities. READ MORE

  4. 4. The Impact of Foreign Direct Investments on the Swedish Housing Market

    University essay from KTH/Fastighetsföretagande och finansiella system

    Author : David Andreasson; Fredrik Elm; [2023]
    Keywords : Foreign direct investment; Sweden; Real estate; Housing; Globalization; Regulation; Utländska direkta investeringar; Sverige; Fastigheter; Bostäder; Globalisering; Reglering;

    Abstract : Foreign direct investments (FDI) are a crucial part of the world economy as the world has become increasingly globalized. Foreign investment can have a positive impact on the host country in many ways, such as economic growth, new technologies, and job opportunities. READ MORE

  5. 5. A Study on the Impact of Perceived Brand Globalness(PBG) on Purchase Intention : From the Perspective of Consumer Culture

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Junjie Gu; Shengming Qi; Yanchen Li; [2022]
    Keywords : perceived brand globalness; perceived functional benefits; perceived symbolic benefits; purchase intention;

    Abstract : Background: Globalization and the aggravation of world economic integration make lots of overseas enterprises enter the Chinese market and win the market share by integrating Chinese elements into their brand names, logos, advertisements, and products. Therefore, what should local brands do to gain market share? Purpose: The main purpose of this study is to investigate the different effects of local Chinese brands with global, foreign, or local elements on consumers' perceived brand globalness, perceived functional benefits, perceived symbolic benefits, and purchase intentions. READ MORE