Capital punishment

Article Abstract:

A study from JP Morgan shows that US companies now enjoy a lower cost of capital than Japanese companies. The US has pointed to various reasons that contributed to lower capital costs in Japan. But analysis reveals that there has been very little difference between capital costs in Japan and the US.

Capital

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Can America compete?

Article Abstract:

The assumption that US industries are no longer competitive is wrong. The US is a world leader in high technology industries, entertainment, service industries, and manufacturing. A low level of investment is the most significant threat to competitiveness.

Industrial productivity

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Franchise the railways

Article Abstract:

British Rail should be broken up into several franchises when it is sold to public companies. The resulting competition will enhance service and create lower ticket prices.

Management, Mergers, acquisitions and divestments, Economic policy, Privatization, Privatization (Business), United Kingdom. Department for Transport, British Rail

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