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Economies of Scope - Tom Spencer consulting blog

Tom Spencer

Economies of scope exist where a firm can produce two products at a lower per unit cost than would be possible if it produced only the one. If properly understood, economies of scope could be used by SMEs to drive profit growth and reduce the risk associated with product failure. Importance. burgers, fries, sundaes and salads).

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China Faces "Minsky Moment" on Ponzi Financing

MishTalk

In recent weeks, a trip to the region and further research into China’s shadow banking system have convinced us that China is approaching its “Minsky Moment,” which increases the chances of a disorderly unwind of China’s excesses. Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth to 5.0% Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth to 5.0%

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Asset Management – Valuation (Part 2 of 4)

Tom Spencer

There are a couple of reasons for this: Asset managers can see cash flow and earnings fluctuate wildly with markets. For alternative asset managers such as hedge funds, their cash flows may be cut by more than half as profits fall and they collect a smaller fee from their profit participation agreements.

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Setting Up a Foundation for Consulting Success

Successful Independent Consulting

Set up a business bank account separate from your personal accounts to make tax preparation easier. If you're doing business as anything other than a sole proprietor the bank will need to see your business documentation from the state. For example, a business license in New York City will cost more than in a small town in Idaho.

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Improve Business with Technology!

Women in Consulting

Technology can help increase productivity and provide convenience in running a business. Hootsuite – Hootsuite helps you improve productivity by managing all of your social networks within one area, the “dashboard” which is designed for you and your team to engage from one simple interface. By: Renee Daggett.

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$550 Billion Energy Junk Bond Bubble Busts; "Whac-A-Mole" Distortions in Multiple Markets

MishTalk

Energy production is extremely capital intense, and often accompanied by negative free cash flow. Since early 2010, energy producers have raised $550 billion of new bonds and loans as the Federal Reserve held borrowing costs near zero, according to Deutsche Bank AG. Junk bonds of Energy XXI Ltd. cents since September.

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The Role of 5G in Online Sports Betting

Tom Spencer

There is an increasing demand for cashless transactions worldwide, with more than 750 billion non-cash transactions carried out in 2020. 5G networks are a promising wireless technology that online bookmakers and sports betting operators should factor into their business strategy. Conclusion. Conclusion. Image: Unsplash.

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