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Introduction The technical analysis of four different stocks listed on the Saudi equity market – Tadawul included calculation of exponential moving and simple moving averages. The following report discusses results of the technical analysis conducted, and also provides profiles of selected companies. Corporate Profiles Sabic Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (Sabic) is one of the versatile business groups of operating in Saudi Arabia (“Saudi Basic Industries Corp” par. 1). The company uses by-products ofs the petrochemical industry to develop different products (“Sabic – Corporate Profile” par. 1). Saudi Telecom Company Saudi Telecom is a leading telecom and Internet service providing company in Saudi Arabia (“Saudi Telecom Co” par. 1). The company provides up-to-date technologies and services making it one of the competitive companies in the global telecom sector (“Saudi Telecom – Investor Relations” par. 1). Jarir Marketing Company Jarir Marketing Company supplies books, stationery, office machines, computer and engineering accessories and equipment (Jarir Marketing Co par. 1). The company also operates a chain of bookstores in Saudi Arabia and its neighboring countries (“Jariri Bookstore – Company Information” par. 1). Northern Region Cement Company Northern Region Cement Company started its operations in 2006 (“Northern Region Cement Co” par. 1). The company produces all types of cement and building materials (“Northern Region Cement Co” par. 1). Stock Price Data The stock prices were collected for all four companies from Tadawul’s website. The data was collected for 75 days from January 26, 2014 to May 8, 2014. Moving Average A moving average is used to smooth out variations / fluctuations observed in historical stock prices. It also identifies different levels of support and resistance. A simple moving average calculates the arithmetic average of stock prices (Edwards, Magee and Bassetti 135). For the current analysis, a simple moving average was calculated using stock prices for a period of eight days. By comparing the simple moving average and stock prices investment decisions were made. If the stock price was higher than the SMA, then a ‘long’ position was taken. On the other hand, if the stock price was lower than the SMA then a ‘short’ position was taken (Baiynd 10). The total gain or loss was calculated by accumulating gains and losses resulting from buy and sell decisions taken on different dates. The return was determined by dividing the total gain or loss by the first trading gain or loss. An exponential moving average (EMA) considers stock prices over longer time interval and determines the trend in stock prices. The 8-period exponential moving average was used for the technical analysis of stocks. Similar to the simple moving average indicator, buy and sell decisions were taken based on the comparison of stock prices and EMA. If the stock price went above EMA, then a ‘long’ decision
Beauty Cosmetics: Clinique Customization has developed because customers seek satisfaction through uniqueness, authenticity, and the personalization of products according to individual preferences (Eliason, par. 1). The increased consumer demand for unique cosmetic products motivated Clinique to venture into the production of highly researched and personalized cosmetic products and formulas. Due to dermatological concerns from the consumers, a variety of skincare products are carefully designed for different types of skin. Clinique’s Liquid Facial Soap is a unique product created for the skin of all kinds. The soap has been carefully produced to cleanse the skin, making it soft and hydrated. There are three types of formulas that a customer can choose from. They are made for very dry, combined dry and oily kinds of skin. The price range for the three types of liquid soap is between $17.00 and $29.50, depending on volume and skin type. Clinique also provides detailed instruction for the proper application of Liquid Facial Soap ; to achieve the best results, Liquid Facial Soap should be used twice a day after rinsing the skin thoroughly. After washing, one can apply moisturizing lotion or gel. The soap is used concurrently with the Clinique Sonic System Purifying cleansing brush. Customers can choose a moisturizing lotion to apply after a skin wash procedure depending on one’s dermatological needs. To place the order, the customer is required to provide an address to facilitate the delivery of products. The shipping of the products is free within the territory of the United States on any standard purchase of $50.00. The delivery takes 4 to10 business days, depending on the distance and the customer’s preferred shipping method. The payment process is easy and accessible, as the customer is requested to select the most preferred convenient method and billing address. Clinique is well placed to face the future of online cosmetics customization because it provides diversity and quality (“Liquid Facial Soap” par. 2). The strategy of the design and production of beauty cosmetics is very customer-orienteded and sensitive, as evidenced by the variety of products covering all skin types. Liquid Facial Soap , Clinique’s main brand, is very successful and recognized by local and international customers. The brand of Clinique is popular and demanded, besides, its improvement is enforced by the occurrence of increasing competition from the manufacturers of similar products. The only disadvantage of Clinique’s product is the pricing, which is slightly higher than those of the competitors. Clothing: Zazzle For customized clothing for men, women, and kids, Zazzle marketplace is an online platform for all kinds of clothes. The brand offers such items as custom-madeT-shirts, hoodies, sweaters, jackets, coats and baby apparel. Zazzle’s consumers have th
Introduction For almost a half a century after most of the countries in the sub-Saharan Africa gained independence and the self rule status from their colonial masters, these countries still struggle to gain efficient trends of development. The stagnation in the pace of development in the region even after gaining independence raises the question about the models of development that were utilized by the colonial masters and the models of development that were later adopted by the Africans in this region. A historical overview of most of the countries in the sub-Saharan region denotes the stagnation of growth and development for a substantial number of years long after the colonialists had left. At the same time, history denotes an accelerated pace of development in this region during the colonial rule. It is only in the recent times that a number of countries in the region have begun to show aggressiveness in terms of the initiation of large economic projects that are geared towards transforming the region into a strong industrial and economic centre in Africa. Therefore, this paper explores the variations in the models of development in the colonial times and post-colonial times in the sub-Saharan Africa. This paper argues that while the colonial masters adopted a rapid pace of development that was based on the intense commercialization of development for the sake of making economic gains, the Africans could not sustain that pace of development as they took over from the colonial masters. The paper begins by presenting an overview of the patterns of development in the region during the colonial period. This is followed by a comparative discussion of the aspects of development in the region in the colonial and post-colonial times. The greater essence of the discussion is the unearthing of the critical variations in the models of development in the two periods and the factors that promoted such differences. Understanding colonialism and patterns of development in sub-Saharan Africa One critical question that needs to be asked when exploring the history of colonialism and development in all regions of the world concerns the critical factors that attracted colonialists from their motherlands into different regions of the world. A study of the trend of colonialism across the world reveals that economic interests were the main forces behind the scramble for the world by the colonial masters (Abbott 1971). According to Jennings (2009), the policy of the colonialists was clear and cantered on imposing controls in the countries in which they colonized to create a better landscape for the exploitation of resources that were in these countries. An exploration of the trends of development
Natural science is a subdivision of science that constitutes biology, astronomy, physics, and earth science. Natural sciences depend heavily on objective data, as well as quantitative methods. Natural science studies the world and its occurrences. Natural science entails the study of naturally happening occurrences, their interrelations, their structure, and their elements’ activities (Wilczek & Weyl, 2009). Social science is a constituent division of science dealing with the intact society, or a definite group. Its subdivisions consist of political studies, anthropology, and sociology. While natural science depends heavily on both objective and quantitative methods, the social science depends highly on qualitative assessments. Natural sciences study the universe and its functioning, whereas social sciences study human beings and their contacts. Social science lacks transhistorical law alongside the invariable processes. In contrast, the natural science engages variables, as well as transhistorical laws in its study. The properties studied in natural science lack complements and phenomenon, while in social science, the properties studied have complements amid the phenomena. Although literature has revealed the existence of other sources of knowledge, science is incredibly providing a reliable basis for knowledge. Importantly, science follows a number of procedural steps before drawing conclusions on a certain issue (Kuper, 2004). For instance, it starts with identification of a problem, statement of the hypothesis, data collection, and report writing. The knowledge gained from science entails a number of characteristics making science a legitimate source. For instance, scientific knowledge is empirical. This designates that, the knowledge has a base on analyzed data. Moreover, the process of attaining the knowledge is measurable. This means that, it studies variables that are both dependent, as well as the independent and can be operational and subjected to measurement. The scientific knowledge is also replicable. Therefore, other researchers can follow similar procedures to examine the hypothesis. They can therefore, support the hypothesis or reject it. After comparing science with the other sources of knowledge, it is notable that science still conveys better promising results. For example, when you compare science with common sense, it is evident that it is more reliable. While science has a strong support by data, common sense is not empirical thus not supported by any data. Moreover, while science is objective, common sense is subjective. Johnston, Ian in his article, proves that science is a suitable foundation of knowledge. He introduces the article by asserting that, people’s lives and thinking is highly dominated by science. He also bickersthat, people possess so much faith in science thus referring their problems and challenges to scientists and technicians. In his article, Johnston discusses different perspectives of science that makes it a consistent basis of knowledge. For instance, he refers science as facts gathering process. He asserts that, science utilizes a techniqu
Mobile phone technology has become a favorite method of communication among many people today. It is important to note that it has impacted negatively in their social life. Some of the challenges that this technology has brought and that will be explored in this essay include safety, communication, function, cost and evaluation issues. Communication matters Communication through the mobile phones has virtually changed the society and the way of life today. Individuals are able to pass information to friends in terms of phone conversations, text messages or e-mail. In the recent studies, up to 59.4% have expressed their likes for mobile phones as a means of communication and have lauded it for its efficiency (Bonde 154). For instance, Sweden is proud of having 81.9% of individuals who like communicating using the mobile phones. Other nations like Japan and America have demonstrated least like of mobile phones as important means of communication (Burgess 140). This could be due to social impacts that this gadget has on the society. While others in different parts of the world may like mobile phones because they use them to write text messages to friends and family, contact others and be contacted, and join social communities, others dislike it for reasons that they can’t be out of touch, they get disturbed, and that it forces them to respond when a call is made. Other reasons for dislike include the fact that it causes social disorder and that they regard text messaging as a stupid idea. Furthermore, mobile phone technology creates social gaps (Roosli 900). These greatly affect the well being of individuals. According to research studies, the poor who cannot access mobile phones for communication have been left out of the communicating class (Roosli 900). This has created the troubling idea of socio-economic classes and whereby the poor cannot access or be accessed by others (Baron 12). These problems could be due to lack of capital, social barriers, deficiency in infrastructure and technological barriers. The fact that others are able to contact friends, send text messages and join social groups while others can’t plays a role in affecting the well being of the latter group (Bonde 154). Another issue posing a problem to communication is misinformation. The debilitating and confusing information can be due to effects of the environment the mobile phone user is in, noise and lack of coherent order of information (Calabrò & Magazu 611). Misinformation has dangerous effects in the society as it can cause potential disastrous consequences from ill-founded decisions, misunderstandings that may cause political and military espionage and other related issues (Bryant &Oliver 595). Those who like mobile phones least understand the possible effects of social disorder that that misinformation in mobile phone communication can cause. Safety concerns The changes that have been brought by the mobile phones in terms of safety affects both the old and the young. Even though most students find it beneficial to use the phones to communicate to their parents dur
The world we live today is like a global village. Mankind should work towards improving the living conditions. Development has come with its universal challenges; it’s obvious that development is not distributed evenly across the universe. We are beginning to realize that our separate actions have consequences for the world is interconnected. People grow up hoping for a better future, only for mankind to turn up against each other. Unless we treat mankind and the planet better as envisioned by our forefathers, by appreciating our complex and diverse nature, we may end up compromising the progress that everyone hopes for. Any action and activity mankind undertakes is always aimed towards betterment of life. On the contrary mankind has demonstrated to be its own worst enemy. This can clearly be illustrated in Langston Hughes’s poem “Let America be America Again”. The poem speaks of the famous American dream that never existed. Throughout the poem the tone is angry and disillusioned, though there is some bit of hope. Langston Hughes speaks for the thousands of immigrants who hoped for the better that was never to be achieved. It is more tightly controlled with tone, rhyme, imagery and unified with repetition. He emphasizes on the fact that there is the poor man who keeps getting poorer whereas the rich is getting richer. It is also evident that he doesn’t only speak for the poor black man but also for the minority group in the society. By mentioning the poor white, the red man and the immigrant in one stanza signifies that this is a universal problem that affects people from all walks of life. The fact that he emphasizes that he would like America to be America again, clearly shows that not everything is lost and that America is not what was supposed to be. By the mention of “kings connive” the author illustrates that there are th
Full Bibliographic Information of Source Harvard Business School. (2004). Coaching and mentoring . Boston, Mass.: Harvard Business School Press. 1-155. Author’s Stated Research Question and Thesis The main thesis of the book is that timely training and coaching have a powerful effect on improving the performance in an institution. Effective mentoring and guidance are some of the powerful ways of promoting the quality service delivery in an organization. The main questions of the author include: What are the effects of coaching and mentoring in performance of a firm? What is the role of managers in facilitating the program? Major Argument and Refutations The author argues that timely training has a powerful effect of enhancing the company’s performance. It is essential for the managers to “monitor your employees’ behaviors and understand their behaviors and shortcomings” (Harvard Business School, 2004, p. 45). During the program, managers take the opportunity to master unique mentoring approaches, improve skills as well as locate the challenges that members undergo during their operations. Implications of Research The main implication of the research is the possible power of improving performance in the firm. The results of the study can provide comprehensive advice on the relevant approach of delivering services in the firm while, at the same time, guiding personal coaching to managers who intend to improve their company. Therefore, it is appropriate to both the new and existing managers who are seeking to broaden their knowledge of business operations. Critique of Author’s Work The author only read the publication of secondary sources from Harvard Business Essential Series on the effects of coaching and mentoring without taking into consideration the practical aspect. The primary use of secondary sources failed to validate the opinion of “monitor if your employees are following the mentoring plans you have created” (Harvard Business School, 2004, p. 46). The research failed to compare the effect of such actions in different institutions. Research Questions Raised The book has managed to create several research questions regarding coaching and training of employees. These questions include: How best can the research be made to achieve results? What changes are needed to be made in the research? The provisio
Introduction In order to establish a successful business, it is important to develop a comprehensive strategic plan which is the basic blueprint for the actualization of a business plan. Reflectively, the strategic plan is inclusive of the SWOT of the business environment, penetration strategies, and success measurement parameters at the micro and macro business environment. Thus, this analytical treatise attempts to explicitly develop and review a strategic plan for a small Dog Boarding business. Small Dog Boarding Business Strategic Plan In planning strategy, culture defines all aspects of a business, both internal and external relationships. It is vital to consider the target market which consists of dog owners without pet sitters. Since the dog boarding business will be based in Tennessee, it is necessary to review the business environment to establish the strengths, weaknesses, threats, and opportunities available amidst competition from well-established businesses. Internal Forces Analysis Strategy The first dimension of the strategic plan places the values of flexibility and dynamism. This implies that the business should focus on the internal processes for success while others perform well by focusing on the market and competition to its advantage (Slack et al. 2005). The diagram below summarizes the two dimensions of completing the values framework for the dog boarding business. The internal reporting channel should then be cascaded down to the rest of the structures since the current channel is not flexible. However, the main weakness is marketing strategy due to limited funds despite the unlimited opportunity for expansion. Technology The dog boarding should put out most of the documents such as marketing brochures in the local daily. This saves the company costs relating to printing, maintaining, and circulating such documents. Based on the first dimension of the competing values framework, the dog boarding business already has the advantage of a flexible business model, it is possible to adjust the size of the business or eliminate advertisement that does not reach the fund-raising goal (Slack et al. 2005). It can be deduced that there is a lot of hierarchical (control) and competition culture at the dog boarding business in Tennessee. Technological transformations and market niche classification are the two major factors that will define changes that happen in the small dog boarding business. Therefore, there is a need for the business owner to adapt quickly to change, work smarter, increase client base and carry out duties that are outside his or her job description to remain relevant in the dog boarding business segment. However, the business may not benefit from this since limited funds may make the application of technology difficult despite the unlimited opportunity for expansion. External forces Competitive Advantage Sustainability Ope
The existence of appropriate academic data is definitely one of the biggest benefits for the healthcare industry. This information helps nurses and physicians to solve problems quickly and efficiently, deliver the best quality care to their patients, and analyze the results of treatments to use specific methods in the future. Talking about a certain hypothetical scenario in which a healthcare institution or a patient would benefit from the access to and application of data, it can be an example applicable to the contemporary situation in the world. COVID-19 is a novel virus that effects different people in different ways; therefore, it is very hard to predict how a specific organism will react to this illness. For instance, there is a large amount if evidence that coronavirus can contribute to the worsening of the overall health condition for individuals with diabetes due to disruptions, such as stress and changes in lifestyle and diet (Hartmann-Boyce et al., 2020). Therefore, it is significant to possess this knowledge in order to make appropriate decisions regarding treatment. In case nurses have access to innovative researches and learn how to implement them in their operations, they will have all the power to save many lives that are affected by COVID-19. These professionals should remember that their role does not only require them to take blood tests and emotionally support the patient but also to help doctors deliver the most appropriate treatment and prescribe the most suitable medicine (Giddens, 2019). Thus, having access to the data about coronavirus and diabetes can help nurses to create a better understanding of how to treat patients and what points to take into consideration during the process of care. This goal can be achieved by priding professionals with the newest materials and encouraging them to educate themselves.