Articles by Terry Young, PhD
Terry Young, PhD, has over 15 years of business experience in Asia and the United States. Thoroughly versed in international economics, Dr. Young has extensive knowledge of the global marketplace, with primary emphasis on Asia. Her consulting expertise includes global sourcing, business start-ups and management in such industries as food distribution, the textile and garment industries, agriculture, electronics, and real estate development. Dr. Young's 20-year university teaching experience includes assignments at the University of Southern California, at two California State University campuses, and a full-time professorship at Pepperdine University's Graziadio School of Business and Management where she received the Luckman Distinguished Teaching Award in 1994.
UPDATE: The Dollar vs. the Euro
The U.S. economy is finally showing signs of life, but the forecast for the next few years is slow economic growth.
Who are Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac?
Authors trace the history of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, their importance to the U.S. housing market, and the implications of their recent government takeover.
The End of the Beginning for the Global Credit Crisis
After years of easy credit, borrowers suddenly faced a new world. What happened? This article examines events up to this point and where one goes from here.
Will the Sub-Prime Meltdown Burst the Housing Bubble?
The end of the housing boom may substantially slow economic growth by reducing consumer spending and deflating consumer confidence.
Is the Real Estate Market a House of Cards?
In 2005, prices for homes climbed to dizzying new heights. Does this trend in prices represent a bubble? Will the bubble burst? Are these higher prices sustainable? What will be the economic impact?
Fair Trade or Strategic Concern: The Unocal War
The war over Unocal has underlined the tense relationship between the U.S. and China.
Will China Float the Yuan?
The time is ripe for China to move towards a more flexible exchange rate given its strong economic growth and current account surplus.
The Twin Deficits
Ballooning U.S. deficits present real challenges for the U.S. and world economies. Management of debt costs and hedging against currency risk will be imperative.
The Dollar vs. the Euro
When currency exchange rates change, knowing how a weaker American dollar is likely to affect your business may save some critical mistakes.
Inflation to Deflation and Back?
Deflation has become a hot topic for the first time since the 1930s when the economies of the world faced global deflation.
