International Commerce

Russian Oil And Gas Deposit Discovery Bodes Very Well For The Country

News Analysis: A Huge Oil and Gas discovery in Russia’s Far East Area of Sakhalin, contains 464 Million Tons of Oil Deposits and 682 Billion Cubic Meters of Gas. Considering the enormous Oil Shale Deposits in Siberia as well, Russia is a “Horn of Plenty” for Energy Reserves. Also, Coal and Manganese have been mined there for decades; it further verifying the Economic Values of Sakhalin to Russia. The many other Mineral Riches in Siberia are almost limitless.

If one considers the riches of Russia’s Far East, it is very easy to understand why Bankers and Financiers outside of Russia would love to inspire some of their World Puppet Leaders into engaging in Hegemonic Acts against Russia; the country’s Natural Resources are awe inspiring (especially those who think ‘Greed Is Good’).

Since Bankers “Win At War” is a Factually Verifiable Adage, Cabals being schemed against Russia may not be Paranoia at Work; Russia only has to review its History of often being attacked.

The only way to stop Bankers and Financiers from promoting hostilities for their Political Leader Minions to engage in, is to make “Any possible Gain not worth THEIR probable Pain”. 

Russia’s Far East is a Natural Resource ‘Mecca’ (Coveted by many Foreigners); perhaps its Patriotic Leaders would be best advised to “Always Sleep With One Eye Open”.

Reality.

Reference: http://rbth.ru/business/2014/02/21/gazprom_discovers_huge_oil_deposits_on_sakhalin_34425.html

★ Southernmost Chile Has Record Growth

News Analysis: Southernmost Chile had a record 15.3% increase in income for the area’s population. The Coal Mining, Oil Production, and Salmon Farming Industries led the way.

Even the World’s Largest Fish Farming Corporations are investing heavily in Southernmost Chile.

Chemical Manufacturing is now set to expand greatly due to, in part, the efforts of Chilean Government Officials, aiding a resource rich geography.

While Southernmost Chile is enjoying record growth, other areas of the Country should also be studied by Entrepreneurs and Investors. 

Chile has the highest Sovereign Bond Ratings in South America. The Country has enormous Copper Deposits, large Lithium Reserves, Iron and Steel Production, it manufactures Transport Equipment of many types, and is a leader in Wood and Wood Products Fabrication.

The Exports from Chile amount to over $83 Billion Dollars a year.

Hard working and Intelligent Chileans, along with Financially Astute Government Leaders, welcome the opportunity to have Investors be handsomely rewarded for their efforts.

Investors should  consider Chile for funding of a myriad of potential projects. A mere 17% Corporate Tax Rate bodes well for Astute Entrepreneurs.

The 17+ Million Chileans, who speak, English, German, and/or Spanish have a population that is approximately 60% within the age group of 15-54; properly suited for years of active employment.

Chile is a Land of Opportunity.

Reality.

 Reference: http://santiagotimes.cl/far-south-drives-regional-economic-growth-populated-center-falters/

☆ American President’s View Of Economic Reality As Viewed By Its Creator

News Analysis: American President’s View of Economic Reality as Viewed by Its Creator is noteworthy for its suggestion:”Perhaps Narcissus occupies the White House?”.

It is very easy for an ‘Emperor’ to be adulated by his Footmen who surround him. They will  agree that his All of His Decisions are Good Ones; ‘A Priori’. The President’s Economic Stimulus Decision cannot be denominated “Good”,  ‘A Posteriori’, because his choice was executed within a mere 30 days of his occupying the Oval Office!

Some people maintain that a Stimulus Package (with an alleged actualized cost of over $1.2 +/- Trillion Dollars), was given to Bankers WITHOUT the requirement that they lend the money to corporations so people would be hired. It could NOT, they think, have been written in 30 days; but was written before the President was elected into office (perhaps by Bankers)! 

Many Citizens are of the opinion the Economy is Not Improving even though the well-beings of Wall Street Bankers have. Increased users of Food Stamps by the Needy of America may be one indicator that “Something Is Amiss In the Economic Operation Of America By the White House”.

Realize: The ‘Rule Makers Group’ have mostly been fed over their Entire Careers at ‘State’ or ‘Federal’ Mangers.

One may consider, since it appears  the President and his Footmen have not engaged in Manufacturing of Anything in their entire Careers, how can they be expected to know how to: “Put Americans Back to Work In Factories Across The Wonderful Country?”.

‘A posteriori’ Reality.

Reference: http://www.breitbart.com/Big-Government/2014/02/18/Obama-Stimulus-Critics-Had-to-Eat-Those-Words

Ferrari’s Smart Marketing Provides It More By Building Less

News Analysis: Ferrari had decided to ensure its purchasers think the cars they purchase will maintain higher residual values over time (by limiting production quantities). In doing so, buyers would be willing to pay more per unit (thereby ensuring the profitability to Ferrari) it was hoped.

Ferrari’s World Renown is Priceless; its wise Marketing Department is Prescient. 

The Ferrari Marketing Department’s plan has been a success. The revenues being generated by Ferrari are the envy of other automobile manufacturers.

This Horse is a Thoroughbred.

Reality.

Reference: http://news.sky.com/story/1213664/britain-overtakes-germany-in-ferrari-sales

Possible Chilean Exit From Bolivian Pact Displays Frustration Not Wisdom

News Analysis: The Out-Going Government of Chile is upset with the International Court of Justice (ICJ) Ruling on its border with Peru. It now faces another ‘ICJ’ Ruling on its border with Bolivia.

Leaders of Countries need to understand that Cooperation outperforms Confrontation (which can germinate into Conflict). With Conflict it is said: “Only Bankers Win”.

If Chile desires more Foreign Investment Funds to flow into the Country, Commercial Wisdom suggests” “Harmony With Neighbors Is Mandatory”. NO INVESTORS are going to risk their Monies to an Unstable Economic Environment. Neither will they, if possible Confrontation with Neighbors ‘is just around the corner’.

Reality.

Reference: http://santiagotimes.cl/bolivia-chile-trying-avoid-justice/

Honduran Government Revokes Consular Authority To Issue Illegal Identity Cards In U.S.

News Analysis: “Anything For A Buck” (AFAB) is evident among a few Honduran Consular Employees in 8 Consuls in America. Honduran Identification Cards which appear Genuine, but are Worthless, are being sold for $50.00 each to residents by these Civilian Employees.

American Businessmen should be aware of this corrupt practice.

The Honduran Government is taking immediate steps to stop this Scam. Those responsible will be dealt with by Officials.

Operating a Country legitimately is difficult enough without having “Internal Enemies” harm a Good Government.

Reality.

Reference: http://www.hondurasnews.com/honduras-suspends-8-consuls-us/

Bolivia: Popular Domestic Economic Policies, Detested By Foreigners, Gains It “Fat” Treasury Deposits Envied By Others

News Analysis: The Unorthodox Economic Policies of Bolivian President Evo Morales with his view of aiding “Los Pobres de la Tierra” has Confounded many Outsiders. Over the past several years, his unique actions, along with his obvious Integrity (many other World Leaders should emulate), have overwhelmingly increased Bolivia’s Treasury Holdings.

This Country today has $14+ Billion Dollars in its Treasury; Very respectable.

“Bolivia has the highest ratio in the world of international reserves to the size of its economy.”

Obviously, Mr. Morales is worthy of a great deal of respect for he “Talked the Talk”, and he “Walked the Walk”.  The number of poor in Bolivia is shrinking and more people are heading towards a “Middle Class” life style.

One thing can be assumed. When Mr. Evo Morales finally meets his Maker, he will hear from Him: “Mr. Morales, You Delivered On Your Promises. Welcome!”

Reference: http://www.nytimes.com/2014/02/17/world/americas/turnabout-in-bolivia-as-economy-rises-from-instability.html

Financially Astute Dutch Amass 644 Billion Euros ($849+ Billion Dollars) In Investment Funds

News Analysis: Holland historically has had its Global Commercial Endeavors taking place “Under the Radar”. This physically small Country with an Aggressive and Intelligent Population is actively engaged World-wide (but without the publicity sought by people of other countries). The determined Dutch, who “Pushed Back The Ocean” do not need to ‘Stroke their Own Egos with Public Acclaim”; their ‘Thick Wallets’ speak for them in Business Matters.

The Financially Astute Dutch know the “World Is Their Oyster”. 

Reality.

Reference: http://www.dutchnews.nl/news/archives/2014/02/dutch_investment_fund_assets_r.php

Independent Thinkers Seek Iran, Pakistan, and India Pipeline

News Analysis: It appears that the American disfavor with a Gas Pipeline from Iran through Pakistan and terminating in India is not impressing the Independent Thinking  Leaders of the Three Sovereign Nations.  One might can realize that Hegemonic Desires are not part of a Tri-Partite Matrix; the desire for Cooperation and Peace is.

One has to ask: “When did the Heavens declare the United States to be the Financial Advisor of the World?”

With the $18+ Trillion Dollar Debt of America, should it not first “get its own house in order” before it meanders into the Economic Affairs of other Nations?

Such behavior of America is similar to a Drug Addict advising someone not to drink Alcohol; Tu quoque many people aver.

Reality.

Reference: http://kashmirobserver.net/news/business/india-renews-interest-ipi-gas-pipeline

High Taxes And Strict Regulations Do Not Bode Well For Investments In Denmark

News Analysis: The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) shows Denmark to have its highest overall Marginal Tax Rate of all of its Members at 60%.  For 2014, up to 51.7% Taxes can apply to Individuals’  Incomes while Corporations face a 24%  Tax Rate.

Presently, Danes are investing their monies outside the Country at almost a treble rate to the Inflow of Foreign Investments.

Unemployment in Denmark is staying at a historically higher level than Government Leaders would desire.

As is the case elsewhere, Unemployment causes Emigration. The better educated and more youthful members of a Country, if unemployed, often choose to leave. In a country with 5.5+ Million Residents of which approximately  30+% are 55 Years of age or older this does not help to cover Social Costs of an Aging Population.

Two things can help Denmark prosper: Younger Residents and Greater Foreign Investments in the Country. For the First Element, a higher birth rate is essential or more Immigration into the country is needed. As to the Second Element, significant lowering of taxes and restrictions easing for Business Operations is essential.

If Denmark’s leaders choose to be steadfast in their Tax and Restrictions Requirements, they  will not achieve prosperity for their Aging Population.

There is a ‘Gravitational Pull’ of Wealth and Productive Ideas to those Countries which earnestly understand “The Law of Commercial Incentives”.

Reality.

Reference: http://cphpost.dk/news/foreign-investors-staying-out-of-denmark.8619.html