Why this tech revolution is different
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This article provides advice for investors in technology, suggesting the need for a knowledge of the past to understand why technology innovations of the present will be different. The author claims differences in the current technology revolution include scientific progress as a driver in innovation processes, the need for more external and multi-disciplinary knowledge in technology innovations, they have become more market-driven and private sector funded, the occurrence of innovations in multiple companies rather than just one, more financing for new firms and risky projects, and the global aspects of innovation.
Publication Name: Personal Investor (Melbourne, Vic.)
Subject: Personal finance
ISSN: 0813-2992
Year: 2001
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Oily clouds have silver lining
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The reasons for recent oil price rise in the world are determined. The ratios of oil price increases over the period from 1980 to 2005 are also examined. The positive outcomes of such increases in oil prices, like increase in oil refining, energy exploration and increase in demand for substitute fuels, etc., are also discussed.
Publication Name: Personal Investor (Melbourne, Vic.)
Subject: Personal finance
ISSN: 0813-2992
Year: 2005
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The year of irrational pessimism
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This article discusses the swings in irrational attitudes of Australian investors. The author suggests the negative consequence of pessimism on the market economy, addressing the effects of the fall in interest rates on the debt burden for the average household, and claiming that investors should look ahead to a rosy future.
Publication Name: Personal Investor (Melbourne, Vic.)
Subject: Personal finance
ISSN: 0813-2992
Year: 2001
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