5 Ways Paul George To Oklahoma City Thunder Deal Shakes Up 2017 NBA Free Agency Before It Began

The biggest trade in the NBA since James Harden moved to Houston has jaws dropped and many teams scrambling to figure out what's next.

The Narrow Window For Trade Agreements

The current bravado surrounding the launching of new trade deals looks rather empty. It is difficult to see how even one will fit through the narrow window for trade.

India's GST Will Grow The Economy For It Is The Opposite Of Gandhi's Buy Local Silliness

The trade resulting from the division and specialisation of labour is the very thing which makes us rich. Thus the GST will make India richer--and also the Green call for local production will make us all poorer.

Those Used Car Prices That Were Supposed To Fall Are Not

Used-car prices were supposed to fall as the supply of off-lease cars and trucks rose, but prices are defying expectations. That's important because used-car prices affect the entire market. For example, falling used-car prices hurt the value of customer trade-ins and off-lease vehicles.

The World's Food Supply Depends On 14 Critical Chokepoints, Says New Report

A new report has found that global food supply chains are highly vulnerable to disruption, price spikes and uncertainty. Chatham House, a strategy think tank, has analysed the world’s food trade routes and has uncovered 14 critical ‘chokepoints’.

China's WTO Entry Benefited Americans - Precisely Because Of The Competition

Showing that American firms went bust as a result of trade competition from China doesn't show us that the imports are a bad idea, that's the very evidence which shows us how much richer the trade is making us.

Warum Pro Sieben Sat1 aus dem Dax fliegen könnte

Für Pro Sieben Sat1 wird es eng. Doch das Unternehmen ist nicht das einzige, bei dem sich die Lage verschlechtert hat.

Four Reasons NAFTA Trade Is U.S.'s Best Trade

U.S. trade occurs in almost equal measure by land, by sea and by air. There are key differences, differences that are particularly interesting given the NAFTA hearings held in Washington this week.

Googling Trade Policy

What does it matter if we target the wrong things in trade policy? Do we need to choose between our steel industry and our tech industry? In many ways, we do.

Are Dodgers About To Trade Top Prospect Alex Verdugo?

The same front office that has held its precious resources dear in years past -- with then-prospects Corey Seager, Cody Bellinger and Julio Urias remaining Los Angeles property -- will pull the trigger in 2017. Or so the thinking goes.

As Trump And South Korea's Moon Meet, A Closer Look At 'Horrible' FTA

The deficit with the Asian nation has grown from $16.62 billion to $27.57 billion since the free trade agreement went into effect. That's a 65.93% increase, greater than any other top 10 trade partner in that time period.

Börse auf Talfahrt

Der Dax ist am Donnerstag stark unter Druck geraten und rutschte auf den tiefsten Stand seit April.

Walgreens In New $5B Deal To Buy Rite Aids And Fred's Is Out

Walgreens Boots Alliance said it will now buy just 2,185 stores from Rite Aid, which will remain a "multi-regional" drugstore chain in a surprising new deal to pass regulatory scrutiny from the Federal Trade Commission.

Following Chris Paul Trade, San Antonio Spurs Back To Drawing Board

Now that the San Antonio Spurs have lost out to Chris Paul to the division-rival Houston Rockets, where does the team go from here?

How Much Does The U.S. Import From India?

What is the value and composition of the U.S. trade deficit with its ninth largest trading partner?

Learn How To Trade The Market In 5 Steps

Learn how to trade the markets with skill and authority, starting with these five basic concepts.

As Modi Visits Trump, India Is No. 1 For U.S. Diamond Trade, Ending Israel's Reign

President Trump is meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India today, the leader of one of the U.S.'s fastest-growing trade partners. At the center of all that trade is diamonds. In 2016, for the first time, the United States did more diamond trade with India than any country in the world.

Warum wir gerade die beste aller Börsenwelten erleben

Der Dax eilt von Rekord zu Rekord. Die Anleger können sich freuen. Denn wir erleben gerade die beste aller Börsenwelten.

Goldene Zeiten für den Dax

Der Dax eilt von Rekord zu Rekord. Die Anleger können sich freuen. Denn wir erleben gerade die beste aller Börsenwelten.

This Week In Sports Law: FTC Slams FanDuel And DraftKings, Nate Diaz Sued, Justin Gilbert Suspended

This week in Sports Law covers the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) blocking FanDuel and DraftKings from closing their merger, Nate Diaz being sued for more than $1 million by his former agency, Justin Gilbert receiving a 1 year suspension and more.

Larry Page, Travis Kalanick And Robot Car Stars Ordered To Testify In Uber-Waymo Case

The federal judge in the legal fight over the theft of trade secrets has ordered many of the biggest names in self-driving car technology to testify, including Anthony Levandowski, the engineer at the center of the high-stakes case.

Be Prepared For A Global Stock Market Correction In The Second Half Of 2017

The Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500 and German DAX are the only three major averages around the globe to set new all-time intraday highs this week.

Trade Punch And Counterpunch

U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer downplayed the possibility of retaliation, but in his answers he blurred some key distinctions and seemed to miss the looming risk.

With Top Target Jimmy Butler Traded To Minnesota, The Celtics Make A Push For Paul George

Boston continues to look to trade for an established star as it drafted Duke's Jayson Tatum, projected as a top shooter but not an immediate star.

Wilbur Ross, Commerce Secretary, Sure Doesn't Understand The Steel Trade

Other people losing money selling things to us makes us richer. So why would we be victims of, or complain about, our getting cheap steel?

NBA Draft 2017: Analyzing Latest Trade Rumors, Free Agency News And More Draft Day Buzz

The 2017 NBA Draft is right around the corner and there is an outrageous amount of hype surrounding the event after a flurry of trades took place over the past few days. Get caught up on what happened and find out what big moves appear to be imminent in this article.

What's The VIX And How To Trade It Using ETNs

The VIX is one of the most closely watched barometers for market sentiment. However, interpreting the VIX and being able to capitalize on its movement is something that many traders struggle with. This post is intended to help you better understand and trade the VIX and VIX-based ETNs.

Chinas Aktienmarkt erhält den Ritterschlag

Drei Jahre lang hat der berühmte MSCI-Index die Aufnahme chinesischer Aktien verweigert. Nun haben die Amerikaner Chinas Finanzmarkt doch das Vertrauen ausgesprochen. Dabei mehren sich in diesem gerade die Warnzeichen.

Chinas Aktienmarkt erhält den Ritterschlag

Drei Jahre lang hat der berühmte MSCI-Index die Aufnahme chinesischer Aktien verweigert. Nun haben die Amerikaner Chinas Finanzmarkt doch das Vertrauen ausgesprochen. Dabei mehren sich in diesem gerade die Warnzeichen.

The Indian Companies Making The Leap For China's Promised Consumer Land

As last year India's trade deficit with its northern neighbor has increased to a mammoth $46.56 billion, Indian companies are stepping up their efforts to expand their operations to the lucrative and well protected markets of China.

Lakers Set To Go After LeBron James & Paul George After Trading D'Angelo Russell & Timofey Mozgov

The Los Angeles Lakers just made a huge cap clearing trade with the Brooklyn Nets. The team gave up D'Angelo Russell and Timofey Mozgov, but could gain LeBron James and Paul George as soon as next season. Find out how in this article.

Has KULR Solved the Perennial Dilemma of Battery Size, Safety and Longevity?

As with many technologies, there are trade-offs. "Fast, cheap, good" is the offhand reference, but in the case of batteries it is the heat / weight / price tradeoff. A group of rocket scientists may have cracked the code.

Viele Anleger halten Aktien inzwischen für zu teuer

Große Aktienindizes wie der Dax sind auf Rekordkurs. Die Erwartungen an die Unternehmen steigen. Viele Anleger halten Aktien inzwischen für überbewertet. Dennoch investieren sie weiter an der Börse.

Neue Rekordmarke: Dax nähert sich der 13.000er-Marke

Der Dax hausiert und meldet gleich zur Börseneröffnung am Dienstag ein neues Rekordhoch. Die runde 13.000er-Marke rückt nun immer näher.

Viele Anleger halten Aktien inzwischen für zu teuer

Große Aktienindizes wie der Dax sind auf Rekordkurs. Die Erwartungen an die Unternehmen steigen. Viele Anleger halten Aktien inzwischen für überbewertet. Dennoch investieren sie weiter an der Börse.

Neue Rekordmarke: Dax nähert sich der 13.000er-Marke

Der Dax haussiert und meldet gleich zur Börseneröffnung am Dienstag ein neues Rekordhoch. Die runde 13.000er-Marke rückt nun immer näher.

Neue Rekordmarke: Dax nähert sich der 13.000er-Marke

Der Dax haussiert und meldet gleich zur Börseneröffnung am Dienstag ein neues Rekordhoch. Die runde 13.000er-Marke rückt nun immer näher.

Dodgers Trade Options Include Darvish, Hamels, Madson And Neshek

Houston is going to win the American League West by 20 games, but the Rangers are right in the thick of it for the wild card. The second will card. Texas has to decide. To get a guy like Darvish -- a Greinke-like 1-A if ever there was one -- Los Angeles is going to have to wait on Jon Daniels.

FTC Files Complaints To Block FanDuel DraftKings Merger

FanDuel and DraftKings have had their proposed merger contested by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), which has been joined by 2 attorneys general in an attempt to enjoin the process.

FTC Challenges Proposed DraftKings And FanDuel Merger: A Win For Daily Fantasy Consumers

The Federal Trade Commission announced legal action to block the proposed merger of daily fantasy sports operators FanDuel and DraftKings. This decision marks a major win for daily fantasy sports consumers.

Oil Prices: Expect The 2nd Half Of 2017 To Look A Lot Like 2H 2016

Prevailing market dynamics, the amazing abundance of global crude oil reserves, and the ungovernable natural behavior of thousands of privately-owned and corporate U.S. producers most likely mean that crude prices will trade in a narrow, $40-$60/bbl range for years to come.

The Top 30 Two-Year Trade Schools 2017: The Full Methodology

The focus for this report is “output:” we want to know the return on investment for these schools. For this reason, we honed in on three major areas: earnings, affordability and quality.

The Top 30 Two-Year Trade Schools: Colleges That Fight The Nation's Skills Gap

For the first time, Forbes has put together a comprehensive ranking of two-year trade schools. Using the same “return on investment” focus as our annual Top Colleges report, this list of 30 looks at three critical data points: earnings, affordability and quality.

The Top 30 Two-Year Trade Schools 2017: The Full Methodology

The focus for this report is “output:” we want to know the return on investment for these schools. For this reason, we honed in on three major areas: earnings, affordability and quality.

The Top 30 Two-Year Trade Schools: Colleges That Fight The Nation's Skills Gap

For the first time, Forbes has put together a comprehensive ranking of two-year trade schools. Using the same “return on investment” focus as our annual Top Colleges report, this list of 30 looks at three critical data points: earnings, affordability and quality.

The New Delivery Paradigm and Tools of The Legal Trade

Legal practice and legal delivery were once synonymous. That's changed. The practice of law has morphed into the business of delivering legal services--like medical practice and healthcare delivery. That means that law is not just about lawyers anymore. It also means there are new delivery tools.

6 Ways That Climate Change Affects The Wine In Your Glass

Does climate change affect the wine in my glass? The answer, along with some explanations, were discussed yesterday as the Vinexpo wine and spirits trade fair opened in Bordeaux. Here are six takeaways from that conversation.

ETF-Anbieter Van Eck setzt auf eigene Indizes und hebt sich von der Konkurrenz ab

Wenn es für eine Investmentidee keinen geeigneten Index gibt, müssen die Anbieter kreativ werden und vor allem anders denken, als die Konkurrenz. Deshalb setzt van Eck auf eigene Indizes.

Grafik des Tages: Wem die Dax-Unternehmen gehören

Banken, Versicherer und andere institutionelle Investoren besitzen den größten Anteil der Aktien von den Dax-30-Konzernen: Etwa 60 Prozent. Und wem gehört der Rest?

Dax startet mit Verlusten in den Feiertagshandel

Zur Wochenmitte hatte der deutsche Leitindex einen Rekordlauf hingelegt. Am Feiertag startet der Dax mit Verlusten. Der Grund: Gewinnmitnahmen.

Marktbericht: Dax und Dow Jones erklimmen Rekordhöhen

Ermuntert von den Kursrekorden an der Wall Street haben Anleger am Mittwoch bei deutschen Aktien zugegriffen. Der Dax stieg auf ein Rekordhoch von 12.921,2 Punkten und verabschiedete sich mit einem Plus von 0,3 Prozent aus dem Handel.

Marktbericht: Dax vor amerikanischem Zinsentscheid auf Rekordhoch

Einen Tag vor Fronleichnam will der Dax es nochmal wissen: Der deutsche Leitindex ist am Mittag auf ein Rekordhoch von 12.892 Punkte gestiegen. Anleger zeigen sich vor dem Zinsentscheid in Amerika optimistisch.

Marktbericht: Dax vor amerikanischem Zinsentscheid auf Rekordhoch

Einen Tag vor Fronleichnam will der Dax es nochmal wissen: Der deutsche Leitindex ist am Mittag auf ein Rekordhoch von 12.892 Punkte gestiegen. Anleger zeigen sich vor dem Zinsentscheid in Amerika optimistisch.

The Big Squeeze: China's Business Environment Evolves

We have entered a new era for MNCs in China that features a tougher policy and regulatory environment and increasing political and trade friction.

Debt Ratios

The debt ratio compares a company's total debt to its total assets. This provides creditors and investors with a general idea as to the amount of leverage being used by a company. The lower the percentage, the less leverage a company is using and the stronger its equity position. In general, the higher the ratio, the more risk that company is considered to have taken on.

 
The debt ratio is calculated as follows:
 
Total Liabilities divided by Total Assets
 
If a company has $1 million in total liabilities and $3 million in total assets this means that for every dollar the company has in assets, it has 33 cents worth of liabilities.
 
If a company has $2 million in total liabilities compared to $3 million in total assets this means that for every dollar of assets the company has 67 cents worth of liabilities.
 
What does the debt ratio tell us?
 
The debt ratio tells us the degree of leverage used by the company.
 
If a company has a high debt ratio (the definition of high will vary by industry) this is an indication that the company must commit a significant portion of its ongoing cash flow to the payment of principal and interest on this debt.
 
On the other hand, a company that employs very little debt, especially if this is low compared to other companies in the same industry, may not be properly using leverage that might increase its level of profitability.
 
For example, utilities generally have a higher debt ratio than companies in many other industries due to the capital-intensive nature of the utility business.
 
Users of this data need to look beyond the ratio to determine what makes up the company’s liabilities. Items such as trade payables and goodwill might be excluded to provide a more accurate picture of the company’s long-term debt burden compared to their assets.

 

 

 

 

 

 

When buying a car, is it better to have a trade in or a down payment?

When buying a car, it may be better to have a down payment rather than a trade in. A trade in offers convenience to the car buyer, since one can walk into a dealership with a used vehicle and walk out – or rather, drive out – with a brand-new automobile.

What's the difference between a stop and a limit order?

A limit order is an order that sets the maximum or minimum at which you are willing to buy or sell a particular stock. With a stop order, your trade will be executed only when the security you want to buy or sell reaches a particular price (the stop price).

Emerging Markets ETFs Could Keep Surging

Investors are pouring into emerging markets ETFs, but the trade is not yet crowded.

How to Trade a Summer Correction

The Nasdaq 100 plunged last week on heavy volume, signaling that sharply lower stock prices could be ahead.

Macron Movement Wins Big In French Parliamentary Elections

With the outgoing Socialists and the traditional right-wing opposition suffering steep declines in support, the real opposition to the labor market reforms that Macron intends to push through will likely be in the streets from the trade unions.

Oxfam's Winnie Byanyima Hasn't The Slightest Clue About Beating World Poverty

That is, Oxfam's Winnie Byanyima is beating us around the head with the wrong end of the stick. Free trade and capitalism--even with the tax dodging--have been reducing poverty and inequality, now's not the time to change policy.

3 Scenarios For Resolving The Dangerous Shutdown Of Qatar

Qatar can rely on friends if a diplomatic solution doesn't end diplomatic isolation and cut in trade. The worst case scenario: war.

A Terrible Argument For Economic Nationalism In The National Review

Trade has no effect, either way, upon the number of jobs in the US. Therefore we cannot use changes in the number of jobs as a result of trade, changes which do not happen, as a justification for restrictions upon trade.

Dodgers Trade Options: The Case For A Marlins Outfielder

Miami plays natural outfielders Marcell Ozuna, Christian Yelich and Giancarlo Stanton left to right across your radio dial most days. The Dodgers counter with Cody Bellinger, Chris Taylor and Yasiel Puig. A first baseman, a shortstop and a right fielder.

WTO Rules U.S. In Compliance With Trade Rules While Europe's Airbus Relies On Illegal Subsidies

The World Trade Organization rules that the U.S. and Boeing are in compliance with trade rules -- while European plane maker Airbus continues to rely on illegal launch aid for each new jetliner it introduces.

Der Dax bleibt im Aufwärtstrend

Echte Sorgen müssen sich Anleger um den deutschen Aktienmarkt noch nicht machen. In den Sommermonaten kann es aber heftiger zur Sache gehen.

Londoner Börse steigt nach Niederlage für May

Nach der Wahlniederlage der britischen Premierministerin May hat der Leitindex FTSE 100 rund ein Prozent zugelegt. Hierzulande schiebt die Wahl den Dax über 12.800 Punkte.

Pepsi, Coke Have Limited Upside, Dr. Pepper and Cott Undervalued: BMO

As soda giants trade at their highest levels, analysts shift focus to stocks with higher upside potential.

Optimization Frenzy and the Power of Mission

Optimization frenzy happens when the quest to make the ideal trade-off decision gets so granular and interdependent that the incremental value of being one iota better is worth less than the mental effort of solving for perfection. Kevin O'Marah runs through the solution in this week's blog.

The Pros and Cons of Learning to Trade Online

Online trading courses have benefits and drawbacks. Here's what you need to know before learning to trade online.

The Next Great Beach Destination: Comporta in Portugal

Like the Hamptons in the ’70s or St. Barth in the ’80s, this coastal village is a place where boldface names trade their Berlutis for Havianas and drink cheap, local beer with weathered old fishermen. A place where everyone gets to take off the mask.

Las VegasVoice: Host Your Next Meeting At A Place That Isn't Just A Meeting Place

If you’re looking to take your meeting or convention attendees outside of the traditional meeting setting, then you should look at the top meeting and trade show destination in the U.S.

Qatar Starts To Count The Cost Of Economic Stand-off With Saudi Arabia And UAE

The ultra-rich Gulf country has the ability to withstand a regional trade embargo for some time, but its resources are finite. In the short-term the biggest loser could be its aviation sector.

How To Trade 'Dogs Of The Dow' Chevron, IBM, Verizon And Exxon In Correction Territory

Here's a look at how the eight 'dogs of the Dow' are doing so far this year and how you should trade them now.

Take Profits On British Stocks Ahead Of Thursday's Vote

It's time to exit the profitable post-Brexit trade in British stocks

Brexit Effects - UK Manufacturing Output And Exports Up As Pound Falls

The growth in UK manufacturing output and exports looks delayed when measured by Econ 101 but is entirely normal by the standards of Trade Econ 201 or perhaps 301.

Trump's Oily Trade Deficit

The Trump administration’s own trade data, now covering President Trump’s time in office, do little to support the President’s stated trade policy beliefs. It is difficult to have good policy if it is disconnected from the facts.

Who Are The Most Important Creatives Of The Past 100 Years

It is breathtaking to observe what a long shadow Bill Bernbach cast on the industry by elevating it into a respectable place in the cultural conversation. His defection from Grey in 1949 shook up the world of advertising as much as Babe Ruth's trade from the Red Sox to the Yankees changed baseball.

Millennials And Job-Hopping: What's Really Happening And What It Means

Who said millennials are opportunistic, fair-weather employees just biding their time until they “trade up” to the next gig? Because that assumption doesn’t seem to hold up against the facts any longer.

Dax erreicht Rekordhoch

Der Dax hat am Freitagmittag ein Rekordhoch erreicht. Die 13.000-Punkte-Marke ist in Reichweite. Weitere Impulse könnten am Nachmittag vom wichtigen amerikanischen Arbeitsmarktbericht kommen.

As Food Delivery Companies Struggle, Blue Apron Tries A Different Recipe: An IPO

Meal kit company Blue Apron likes to say that it provides "a better way to cook." But will it provide investors hungry for good food companies a better way to trade? The public market could soon find out: Blue Apron filed for an IPO Thursday afternoon.

Why Strategists See No June Swoon in the S&P, Dow

Stocks are likely to avoid a major fall and instead will trade sideways, several strategists say.

Can Dodgers Stand Pat At The Trade Deadline?

That we can even entertain the question is a significant development. Because it means that the Dodgers are that good. And they are that good.

Warum sich der M-Dax erfolgreicher als der Dax entwickelt

Deutsche Nebenwerte haben sich in den vergangenen 30 Jahren doppelt so gut entwickelt wie der Dax. Kleinanleger haben hier sogar bessere Chancen als die Großen.