Microfinance in cyberspace

Article Abstract:

PlaNet Finance is a project to use the Internet for microfinance schemes helping poorer people to set up businesses. Grameen Bank is an example of a microfinance institution, and operates in Bangladesh. Some 10,000 such institutions exist worldwide, though many are small and need more funds and skilled personnel. PlaNet Finance aims to provide expertise, capital and rating online. Lack of institutional capacity may be the key problem, and it is not clear that PlaNet Finance will solve this problem.

Credit Unions, Economic aspects

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Stock up for a rainy day

Article Abstract:

Traditional economic advice includes recommending bonds for older people who may fear volatility and stocks for younger people who wish to make money in the long run, but the wisdom of this advice is questioned. In fact, attitudes toward risk, should not influence the investment mix.

Investments, Bonds, Bonds (Securities)

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Cyber-casino: Internet stocks

Article Abstract:

Internet companies have the potential to generate massive revenues because of the growth of the Internet, which has been doubling in size every year. But no one is sure how much revenue will be generated or what types of companies will reap them, which is a dilemma for investors.

Online services, Securities

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