Physical Capital Definition

What Is Physical Capital? Physical capital is one of what economists call the three main factors of production. It consists of tangible, human-made goods that assist in the process of creating a product or service. The machinery, buildings, office or warehouse supplies, vehicles, and computers that a company owns are all considered part of its … Leggi tutto

Electronic Transfer Account (ETA)

What Is an Electronic Transfer Account (ETA)? An electronic transfer account (ETA) is a bank account for federal payment recipients who do not have checking or savings accounts. ETAs provide an alternative to receiving federal payments by check for Social SecuritySSI, and the Railroad Retirement Board. ETAs are also available for Office of Personnel Management … Leggi tutto

Keep Calm and Cut Costs

As president, Pete Buttigieg says he would measure the economy’s success not by the size of the stock market or the nation’s gross domestic product, but by whether working and middle class families are succeeding. He believes economic policies have to be focused on growing incomes for the 90%. This rhetoric may seem surprising from … Leggi tutto

McDonald’s Beat Pushes Stock Into Overbought Territory

McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) beat estimates when it released its latest earnings report on Jan. 29. This snapped a three-quarter losing streak. The stock ended last week above its semiannual pivot at $216.19, with its weekly risky level at $222.53. McDonald’s has survived the adverse effects of the spreading of the coronavirus. Only 3% of its … Leggi tutto

Non-Resident Entertainers’ Tax

WHAT IS THE Non-Resident Entertainers’ Tax Non-resident entertainers’ tax is a state tax levied against performers whose legal residence is outside of the state where the performance is given. BREAKING DOWN Non-Resident Entertainers’ Tax Non-resident entertainers’ tax is a type of state tax that requires a certain percentage of any gross earnings from a performance be … Leggi tutto

Look-Ahead Bias Definition

What Is the Look-Ahead Bias? Look-ahead bias occurs by using information or data in a study or simulation that would not have been known or available during the period being analyzed. This can lead to inaccurate results in the study or simulation. More importantly, a look-ahead bias can unintentionally sway simulation results closer into line … Leggi tutto