Rich States, Poor States Rankings, 9th EditionALEC
The 2016 state economic rankings for the ninth edition of Rich States, Poor States from the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) track economic trends across the country.
For more information, visit alec.org
2024 State of Marketing Report – by HubspotMarius Sescu
https://www.hubspot.com/state-of-marketing
· Scaling relationships and proving ROI
· Social media is the place for search, sales, and service
· Authentic influencer partnerships fuel brand growth
· The strongest connections happen via call, click, chat, and camera.
· Time saved with AI leads to more creative work
· Seeking: A single source of truth
· TLDR; Get on social, try AI, and align your systems.
· More human marketing, powered by robots
ChatGPT is a revolutionary addition to the world since its introduction in 2022. A big shift in the sector of information gathering and processing happened because of this chatbot. What is the story of ChatGPT? How is the bot responding to prompts and generating contents? Swipe through these slides prepared by Expeed Software, a web development company regarding the development and technical intricacies of ChatGPT!
Product Design Trends in 2024 | Teenage EngineeringsPixeldarts
The realm of product design is a constantly changing environment where technology and style intersect. Every year introduces fresh challenges and exciting trends that mold the future of this captivating art form. In this piece, we delve into the significant trends set to influence the look and functionality of product design in the year 2024.
How Race, Age and Gender Shape Attitudes Towards Mental HealthThinkNow
Mental health has been in the news quite a bit lately. Dozens of U.S. states are currently suing Meta for contributing to the youth mental health crisis by inserting addictive features into their products, while the U.S. Surgeon General is touring the nation to bring awareness to the growing epidemic of loneliness and isolation. The country has endured periods of low national morale, such as in the 1970s when high inflation and the energy crisis worsened public sentiment following the Vietnam War. The current mood, however, feels different. Gallup recently reported that national mental health is at an all-time low, with few bright spots to lift spirits.
To better understand how Americans are feeling and their attitudes towards mental health in general, ThinkNow conducted a nationally representative quantitative survey of 1,500 respondents and found some interesting differences among ethnic, age and gender groups.
Technology
For example, 52% agree that technology and social media have a negative impact on mental health, but when broken out by race, 61% of Whites felt technology had a negative effect, and only 48% of Hispanics thought it did.
While technology has helped us keep in touch with friends and family in faraway places, it appears to have degraded our ability to connect in person. Staying connected online is a double-edged sword since the same news feed that brings us pictures of the grandkids and fluffy kittens also feeds us news about the wars in Israel and Ukraine, the dysfunction in Washington, the latest mass shooting and the climate crisis.
Hispanics may have a built-in defense against the isolation technology breeds, owing to their large, multigenerational households, strong social support systems, and tendency to use social media to stay connected with relatives abroad.
Age and Gender
When asked how individuals rate their mental health, men rate it higher than women by 11 percentage points, and Baby Boomers rank it highest at 83%, saying it’s good or excellent vs. 57% of Gen Z saying the same.
Gen Z spends the most amount of time on social media, so the notion that social media negatively affects mental health appears to be correlated. Unfortunately, Gen Z is also the generation that’s least comfortable discussing mental health concerns with healthcare professionals. Only 40% of them state they’re comfortable discussing their issues with a professional compared to 60% of Millennials and 65% of Boomers.
Race Affects Attitudes
As seen in previous research conducted by ThinkNow, Asian Americans lag other groups when it comes to awareness of mental health issues. Twenty-four percent of Asian Americans believe that having a mental health issue is a sign of weakness compared to the 16% average for all groups. Asians are also considerably less likely to be aware of mental health services in their communities (42% vs. 55%) and most likely to seek out information on social media (51% vs. 35%).
AI Trends in Creative Operations 2024 by Artwork Flow.pdfmarketingartwork
Creative operations teams expect increased AI use in 2024. Currently, over half of tasks are not AI-enabled, but this is expected to decrease in the coming year. ChatGPT is the most popular AI tool currently. Business leaders are more actively exploring AI benefits than individual contributors. Most respondents do not believe AI will impact workforce size in 2024. However, some inhibitions still exist around AI accuracy and lack of understanding. Creatives primarily want to use AI to save time on mundane tasks and boost productivity.
Organizational culture includes values, norms, systems, symbols, language, assumptions, beliefs, and habits that influence employee behaviors and how people interpret those behaviors. It is important because culture can help or hinder a company's success. Some key aspects of Netflix's culture that help it achieve results include hiring smartly so every position has stars, focusing on attitude over just aptitude, and having a strict policy against peacocks, whiners, and jerks.
PEPSICO Presentation to CAGNY Conference Feb 2024Neil Kimberley
PepsiCo provided a safe harbor statement noting that any forward-looking statements are based on currently available information and are subject to risks and uncertainties. It also provided information on non-GAAP measures and directing readers to its website for disclosure and reconciliation. The document then discussed PepsiCo's business overview, including that it is a global beverage and convenient food company with iconic brands, $91 billion in net revenue in 2023, and nearly $14 billion in core operating profit. It operates through a divisional structure with a focus on local consumers.
Rich States, Poor States Rankings, 9th EditionALEC
The 2016 state economic rankings for the ninth edition of Rich States, Poor States from the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) track economic trends across the country.
For more information, visit alec.org
2024 State of Marketing Report – by HubspotMarius Sescu
https://www.hubspot.com/state-of-marketing
· Scaling relationships and proving ROI
· Social media is the place for search, sales, and service
· Authentic influencer partnerships fuel brand growth
· The strongest connections happen via call, click, chat, and camera.
· Time saved with AI leads to more creative work
· Seeking: A single source of truth
· TLDR; Get on social, try AI, and align your systems.
· More human marketing, powered by robots
ChatGPT is a revolutionary addition to the world since its introduction in 2022. A big shift in the sector of information gathering and processing happened because of this chatbot. What is the story of ChatGPT? How is the bot responding to prompts and generating contents? Swipe through these slides prepared by Expeed Software, a web development company regarding the development and technical intricacies of ChatGPT!
Product Design Trends in 2024 | Teenage EngineeringsPixeldarts
The realm of product design is a constantly changing environment where technology and style intersect. Every year introduces fresh challenges and exciting trends that mold the future of this captivating art form. In this piece, we delve into the significant trends set to influence the look and functionality of product design in the year 2024.
How Race, Age and Gender Shape Attitudes Towards Mental HealthThinkNow
Mental health has been in the news quite a bit lately. Dozens of U.S. states are currently suing Meta for contributing to the youth mental health crisis by inserting addictive features into their products, while the U.S. Surgeon General is touring the nation to bring awareness to the growing epidemic of loneliness and isolation. The country has endured periods of low national morale, such as in the 1970s when high inflation and the energy crisis worsened public sentiment following the Vietnam War. The current mood, however, feels different. Gallup recently reported that national mental health is at an all-time low, with few bright spots to lift spirits.
To better understand how Americans are feeling and their attitudes towards mental health in general, ThinkNow conducted a nationally representative quantitative survey of 1,500 respondents and found some interesting differences among ethnic, age and gender groups.
Technology
For example, 52% agree that technology and social media have a negative impact on mental health, but when broken out by race, 61% of Whites felt technology had a negative effect, and only 48% of Hispanics thought it did.
While technology has helped us keep in touch with friends and family in faraway places, it appears to have degraded our ability to connect in person. Staying connected online is a double-edged sword since the same news feed that brings us pictures of the grandkids and fluffy kittens also feeds us news about the wars in Israel and Ukraine, the dysfunction in Washington, the latest mass shooting and the climate crisis.
Hispanics may have a built-in defense against the isolation technology breeds, owing to their large, multigenerational households, strong social support systems, and tendency to use social media to stay connected with relatives abroad.
Age and Gender
When asked how individuals rate their mental health, men rate it higher than women by 11 percentage points, and Baby Boomers rank it highest at 83%, saying it’s good or excellent vs. 57% of Gen Z saying the same.
Gen Z spends the most amount of time on social media, so the notion that social media negatively affects mental health appears to be correlated. Unfortunately, Gen Z is also the generation that’s least comfortable discussing mental health concerns with healthcare professionals. Only 40% of them state they’re comfortable discussing their issues with a professional compared to 60% of Millennials and 65% of Boomers.
Race Affects Attitudes
As seen in previous research conducted by ThinkNow, Asian Americans lag other groups when it comes to awareness of mental health issues. Twenty-four percent of Asian Americans believe that having a mental health issue is a sign of weakness compared to the 16% average for all groups. Asians are also considerably less likely to be aware of mental health services in their communities (42% vs. 55%) and most likely to seek out information on social media (51% vs. 35%).
AI Trends in Creative Operations 2024 by Artwork Flow.pdfmarketingartwork
Creative operations teams expect increased AI use in 2024. Currently, over half of tasks are not AI-enabled, but this is expected to decrease in the coming year. ChatGPT is the most popular AI tool currently. Business leaders are more actively exploring AI benefits than individual contributors. Most respondents do not believe AI will impact workforce size in 2024. However, some inhibitions still exist around AI accuracy and lack of understanding. Creatives primarily want to use AI to save time on mundane tasks and boost productivity.
Organizational culture includes values, norms, systems, symbols, language, assumptions, beliefs, and habits that influence employee behaviors and how people interpret those behaviors. It is important because culture can help or hinder a company's success. Some key aspects of Netflix's culture that help it achieve results include hiring smartly so every position has stars, focusing on attitude over just aptitude, and having a strict policy against peacocks, whiners, and jerks.
PEPSICO Presentation to CAGNY Conference Feb 2024Neil Kimberley
PepsiCo provided a safe harbor statement noting that any forward-looking statements are based on currently available information and are subject to risks and uncertainties. It also provided information on non-GAAP measures and directing readers to its website for disclosure and reconciliation. The document then discussed PepsiCo's business overview, including that it is a global beverage and convenient food company with iconic brands, $91 billion in net revenue in 2023, and nearly $14 billion in core operating profit. It operates through a divisional structure with a focus on local consumers.
Leveraging Generative AI to Drive Nonprofit InnovationTechSoup
In this webinar, participants learned how to utilize Generative AI to streamline operations and elevate member engagement. Amazon Web Service experts provided a customer specific use cases and dived into low/no-code tools that are quick and easy to deploy through Amazon Web Service (AWS.)
A review of the growth of the Israel Genealogy Research Association Database Collection for the last 12 months. Our collection is now passed the 3 million mark and still growing. See which archives have contributed the most. See the different types of records we have, and which years have had records added. You can also see what we have for the future.
This presentation includes basic of PCOS their pathology and treatment and also Ayurveda correlation of PCOS and Ayurvedic line of treatment mentioned in classics.
Beyond Degrees - Empowering the Workforce in the Context of Skills-First.pptxEduSkills OECD
Iván Bornacelly, Policy Analyst at the OECD Centre for Skills, OECD, presents at the webinar 'Tackling job market gaps with a skills-first approach' on 12 June 2024
Strategies for Effective Upskilling is a presentation by Chinwendu Peace in a Your Skill Boost Masterclass organisation by the Excellence Foundation for South Sudan on 08th and 09th June 2024 from 1 PM to 3 PM on each day.
ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 42001, and GDPR: Best Practices for Implementation and...PECB
Denis is a dynamic and results-driven Chief Information Officer (CIO) with a distinguished career spanning information systems analysis and technical project management. With a proven track record of spearheading the design and delivery of cutting-edge Information Management solutions, he has consistently elevated business operations, streamlined reporting functions, and maximized process efficiency.
Certified as an ISO/IEC 27001: Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) Lead Implementer, Data Protection Officer, and Cyber Risks Analyst, Denis brings a heightened focus on data security, privacy, and cyber resilience to every endeavor.
His expertise extends across a diverse spectrum of reporting, database, and web development applications, underpinned by an exceptional grasp of data storage and virtualization technologies. His proficiency in application testing, database administration, and data cleansing ensures seamless execution of complex projects.
What sets Denis apart is his comprehensive understanding of Business and Systems Analysis technologies, honed through involvement in all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). From meticulous requirements gathering to precise analysis, innovative design, rigorous development, thorough testing, and successful implementation, he has consistently delivered exceptional results.
Throughout his career, he has taken on multifaceted roles, from leading technical project management teams to owning solutions that drive operational excellence. His conscientious and proactive approach is unwavering, whether he is working independently or collaboratively within a team. His ability to connect with colleagues on a personal level underscores his commitment to fostering a harmonious and productive workplace environment.
Date: May 29, 2024
Tags: Information Security, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 42001, Artificial Intelligence, GDPR
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How to Manage Your Lost Opportunities in Odoo 17 CRMCeline George
Odoo 17 CRM allows us to track why we lose sales opportunities with "Lost Reasons." This helps analyze our sales process and identify areas for improvement. Here's how to configure lost reasons in Odoo 17 CRM
Walmart Business+ and Spark Good for Nonprofits.pdfTechSoup
"Learn about all the ways Walmart supports nonprofit organizations.
You will hear from Liz Willett, the Head of Nonprofits, and hear about what Walmart is doing to help nonprofits, including Walmart Business and Spark Good. Walmart Business+ is a new offer for nonprofits that offers discounts and also streamlines nonprofits order and expense tracking, saving time and money.
The webinar may also give some examples on how nonprofits can best leverage Walmart Business+.
The event will cover the following::
Walmart Business + (https://business.walmart.com/plus) is a new shopping experience for nonprofits, schools, and local business customers that connects an exclusive online shopping experience to stores. Benefits include free delivery and shipping, a 'Spend Analytics” feature, special discounts, deals and tax-exempt shopping.
Special TechSoup offer for a free 180 days membership, and up to $150 in discounts on eligible orders.
Spark Good (walmart.com/sparkgood) is a charitable platform that enables nonprofits to receive donations directly from customers and associates.
Answers about how you can do more with Walmart!"
LAND USE LAND COVER AND NDVI OF MIRZAPUR DISTRICT, UPRAHUL
This Dissertation explores the particular circumstances of Mirzapur, a region located in the
core of India. Mirzapur, with its varied terrains and abundant biodiversity, offers an optimal
environment for investigating the changes in vegetation cover dynamics. Our study utilizes
advanced technologies such as GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and Remote sensing to
analyze the transformations that have taken place over the course of a decade.
The complex relationship between human activities and the environment has been the focus
of extensive research and worry. As the global community grapples with swift urbanization,
population expansion, and economic progress, the effects on natural ecosystems are becoming
more evident. A crucial element of this impact is the alteration of vegetation cover, which plays a
significant role in maintaining the ecological equilibrium of our planet.Land serves as the foundation for all human activities and provides the necessary materials for
these activities. As the most crucial natural resource, its utilization by humans results in different
'Land uses,' which are determined by both human activities and the physical characteristics of the
land.
The utilization of land is impacted by human needs and environmental factors. In countries
like India, rapid population growth and the emphasis on extensive resource exploitation can lead
to significant land degradation, adversely affecting the region's land cover.
Therefore, human intervention has significantly influenced land use patterns over many
centuries, evolving its structure over time and space. In the present era, these changes have
accelerated due to factors such as agriculture and urbanization. Information regarding land use and
cover is essential for various planning and management tasks related to the Earth's surface,
providing crucial environmental data for scientific, resource management, policy purposes, and
diverse human activities.
Accurate understanding of land use and cover is imperative for the development planning
of any area. Consequently, a wide range of professionals, including earth system scientists, land
and water managers, and urban planners, are interested in obtaining data on land use and cover
changes, conversion trends, and other related patterns. The spatial dimensions of land use and
cover support policymakers and scientists in making well-informed decisions, as alterations in
these patterns indicate shifts in economic and social conditions. Monitoring such changes with the
help of Advanced technologies like Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems is
crucial for coordinated efforts across different administrative levels. Advanced technologies like
Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems
9
Changes in vegetation cover refer to variations in the distribution, composition, and overall
structure of plant communities across different temporal and spatial scales. These changes can
occur natural.
Content Methodology: A Best Practices Report (Webinar)contently
This document provides an overview of content methodology best practices. It defines content methodology as establishing objectives, KPIs, and a culture of continuous learning and iteration. An effective methodology focuses on connecting with audiences, creating optimal content, and optimizing processes. It also discusses why a methodology is needed due to the competitive landscape, proliferation of channels, and opportunities for improvement. Components of an effective methodology include defining objectives and KPIs, audience analysis, identifying opportunities, and evaluating resources. The document concludes with recommendations around creating a content plan, testing and optimizing content over 90 days.
How to Prepare For a Successful Job Search for 2024Albert Qian
The document provides guidance on preparing a job search for 2024. It discusses the state of the job market, focusing on growth in AI and healthcare but also continued layoffs. It recommends figuring out what you want to do by researching interests and skills, then conducting informational interviews. The job search should involve building a personal brand on LinkedIn, actively applying to jobs, tailoring resumes and interviews, maintaining job hunting as a habit, and continuing self-improvement. Once hired, the document advises setting new goals and keeping skills and networking active in case of future opportunities.
Leveraging Generative AI to Drive Nonprofit InnovationTechSoup
In this webinar, participants learned how to utilize Generative AI to streamline operations and elevate member engagement. Amazon Web Service experts provided a customer specific use cases and dived into low/no-code tools that are quick and easy to deploy through Amazon Web Service (AWS.)
A review of the growth of the Israel Genealogy Research Association Database Collection for the last 12 months. Our collection is now passed the 3 million mark and still growing. See which archives have contributed the most. See the different types of records we have, and which years have had records added. You can also see what we have for the future.
This presentation includes basic of PCOS their pathology and treatment and also Ayurveda correlation of PCOS and Ayurvedic line of treatment mentioned in classics.
Beyond Degrees - Empowering the Workforce in the Context of Skills-First.pptxEduSkills OECD
Iván Bornacelly, Policy Analyst at the OECD Centre for Skills, OECD, presents at the webinar 'Tackling job market gaps with a skills-first approach' on 12 June 2024
Strategies for Effective Upskilling is a presentation by Chinwendu Peace in a Your Skill Boost Masterclass organisation by the Excellence Foundation for South Sudan on 08th and 09th June 2024 from 1 PM to 3 PM on each day.
ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 42001, and GDPR: Best Practices for Implementation and...PECB
Denis is a dynamic and results-driven Chief Information Officer (CIO) with a distinguished career spanning information systems analysis and technical project management. With a proven track record of spearheading the design and delivery of cutting-edge Information Management solutions, he has consistently elevated business operations, streamlined reporting functions, and maximized process efficiency.
Certified as an ISO/IEC 27001: Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) Lead Implementer, Data Protection Officer, and Cyber Risks Analyst, Denis brings a heightened focus on data security, privacy, and cyber resilience to every endeavor.
His expertise extends across a diverse spectrum of reporting, database, and web development applications, underpinned by an exceptional grasp of data storage and virtualization technologies. His proficiency in application testing, database administration, and data cleansing ensures seamless execution of complex projects.
What sets Denis apart is his comprehensive understanding of Business and Systems Analysis technologies, honed through involvement in all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). From meticulous requirements gathering to precise analysis, innovative design, rigorous development, thorough testing, and successful implementation, he has consistently delivered exceptional results.
Throughout his career, he has taken on multifaceted roles, from leading technical project management teams to owning solutions that drive operational excellence. His conscientious and proactive approach is unwavering, whether he is working independently or collaboratively within a team. His ability to connect with colleagues on a personal level underscores his commitment to fostering a harmonious and productive workplace environment.
Date: May 29, 2024
Tags: Information Security, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 42001, Artificial Intelligence, GDPR
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Training: ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management System - EN | PECB
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General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) - Training Courses - EN | PECB
Webinars: https://pecb.com/webinars
Article: https://pecb.com/article
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How to Manage Your Lost Opportunities in Odoo 17 CRMCeline George
Odoo 17 CRM allows us to track why we lose sales opportunities with "Lost Reasons." This helps analyze our sales process and identify areas for improvement. Here's how to configure lost reasons in Odoo 17 CRM
Walmart Business+ and Spark Good for Nonprofits.pdfTechSoup
"Learn about all the ways Walmart supports nonprofit organizations.
You will hear from Liz Willett, the Head of Nonprofits, and hear about what Walmart is doing to help nonprofits, including Walmart Business and Spark Good. Walmart Business+ is a new offer for nonprofits that offers discounts and also streamlines nonprofits order and expense tracking, saving time and money.
The webinar may also give some examples on how nonprofits can best leverage Walmart Business+.
The event will cover the following::
Walmart Business + (https://business.walmart.com/plus) is a new shopping experience for nonprofits, schools, and local business customers that connects an exclusive online shopping experience to stores. Benefits include free delivery and shipping, a 'Spend Analytics” feature, special discounts, deals and tax-exempt shopping.
Special TechSoup offer for a free 180 days membership, and up to $150 in discounts on eligible orders.
Spark Good (walmart.com/sparkgood) is a charitable platform that enables nonprofits to receive donations directly from customers and associates.
Answers about how you can do more with Walmart!"
LAND USE LAND COVER AND NDVI OF MIRZAPUR DISTRICT, UPRAHUL
This Dissertation explores the particular circumstances of Mirzapur, a region located in the
core of India. Mirzapur, with its varied terrains and abundant biodiversity, offers an optimal
environment for investigating the changes in vegetation cover dynamics. Our study utilizes
advanced technologies such as GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and Remote sensing to
analyze the transformations that have taken place over the course of a decade.
The complex relationship between human activities and the environment has been the focus
of extensive research and worry. As the global community grapples with swift urbanization,
population expansion, and economic progress, the effects on natural ecosystems are becoming
more evident. A crucial element of this impact is the alteration of vegetation cover, which plays a
significant role in maintaining the ecological equilibrium of our planet.Land serves as the foundation for all human activities and provides the necessary materials for
these activities. As the most crucial natural resource, its utilization by humans results in different
'Land uses,' which are determined by both human activities and the physical characteristics of the
land.
The utilization of land is impacted by human needs and environmental factors. In countries
like India, rapid population growth and the emphasis on extensive resource exploitation can lead
to significant land degradation, adversely affecting the region's land cover.
Therefore, human intervention has significantly influenced land use patterns over many
centuries, evolving its structure over time and space. In the present era, these changes have
accelerated due to factors such as agriculture and urbanization. Information regarding land use and
cover is essential for various planning and management tasks related to the Earth's surface,
providing crucial environmental data for scientific, resource management, policy purposes, and
diverse human activities.
Accurate understanding of land use and cover is imperative for the development planning
of any area. Consequently, a wide range of professionals, including earth system scientists, land
and water managers, and urban planners, are interested in obtaining data on land use and cover
changes, conversion trends, and other related patterns. The spatial dimensions of land use and
cover support policymakers and scientists in making well-informed decisions, as alterations in
these patterns indicate shifts in economic and social conditions. Monitoring such changes with the
help of Advanced technologies like Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems is
crucial for coordinated efforts across different administrative levels. Advanced technologies like
Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems
9
Changes in vegetation cover refer to variations in the distribution, composition, and overall
structure of plant communities across different temporal and spatial scales. These changes can
occur natural.
Content Methodology: A Best Practices Report (Webinar)contently
This document provides an overview of content methodology best practices. It defines content methodology as establishing objectives, KPIs, and a culture of continuous learning and iteration. An effective methodology focuses on connecting with audiences, creating optimal content, and optimizing processes. It also discusses why a methodology is needed due to the competitive landscape, proliferation of channels, and opportunities for improvement. Components of an effective methodology include defining objectives and KPIs, audience analysis, identifying opportunities, and evaluating resources. The document concludes with recommendations around creating a content plan, testing and optimizing content over 90 days.
How to Prepare For a Successful Job Search for 2024Albert Qian
The document provides guidance on preparing a job search for 2024. It discusses the state of the job market, focusing on growth in AI and healthcare but also continued layoffs. It recommends figuring out what you want to do by researching interests and skills, then conducting informational interviews. The job search should involve building a personal brand on LinkedIn, actively applying to jobs, tailoring resumes and interviews, maintaining job hunting as a habit, and continuing self-improvement. Once hired, the document advises setting new goals and keeping skills and networking active in case of future opportunities.
A report by thenetworkone and Kurio.
The contributing experts and agencies are (in an alphabetical order): Sylwia Rytel, Social Media Supervisor, 180heartbeats + JUNG v MATT (PL), Sharlene Jenner, Vice President - Director of Engagement Strategy, Abelson Taylor (USA), Alex Casanovas, Digital Director, Atrevia (ES), Dora Beilin, Senior Social Strategist, Barrett Hoffher (USA), Min Seo, Campaign Director, Brand New Agency (KR), Deshé M. Gully, Associate Strategist, Day One Agency (USA), Francesca Trevisan, Strategist, Different (IT), Trevor Crossman, CX and Digital Transformation Director; Olivia Hussey, Strategic Planner; Simi Srinarula, Social Media Manager, The Hallway (AUS), James Hebbert, Managing Director, Hylink (CN / UK), Mundy Álvarez, Planning Director; Pedro Rojas, Social Media Manager; Pancho González, CCO, Inbrax (CH), Oana Oprea, Head of Digital Planning, Jam Session Agency (RO), Amy Bottrill, Social Account Director, Launch (UK), Gaby Arriaga, Founder, Leonardo1452 (MX), Shantesh S Row, Creative Director, Liwa (UAE), Rajesh Mehta, Chief Strategy Officer; Dhruv Gaur, Digital Planning Lead; Leonie Mergulhao, Account Supervisor - Social Media & PR, Medulla (IN), Aurelija Plioplytė, Head of Digital & Social, Not Perfect (LI), Daiana Khaidargaliyeva, Account Manager, Osaka Labs (UK / USA), Stefanie Söhnchen, Vice President Digital, PIABO Communications (DE), Elisabeth Winiartati, Managing Consultant, Head of Global Integrated Communications; Lydia Aprina, Account Manager, Integrated Marketing and Communications; Nita Prabowo, Account Manager, Integrated Marketing and Communications; Okhi, Web Developer, PNTR Group (ID), Kei Obusan, Insights Director; Daffi Ranandi, Insights Manager, Radarr (SG), Gautam Reghunath, Co-founder & CEO, Talented (IN), Donagh Humphreys, Head of Social and Digital Innovation, THINKHOUSE (IRE), Sarah Yim, Strategy Director, Zulu Alpha Kilo (CA).
Trends In Paid Search: Navigating The Digital Landscape In 2024Search Engine Journal
The search marketing landscape is evolving rapidly with new technologies, and professionals, like you, rely on innovative paid search strategies to meet changing demands.
It’s important that you’re ready to implement new strategies in 2024.
Check this out and learn the top trends in paid search advertising that are expected to gain traction, so you can drive higher ROI more efficiently in 2024.
You’ll learn:
- The latest trends in AI and automation, and what this means for an evolving paid search ecosystem.
- New developments in privacy and data regulation.
- Emerging ad formats that are expected to make an impact next year.
Watch Sreekant Lanka from iQuanti and Irina Klein from OneMain Financial as they dive into the future of paid search and explore the trends, strategies, and technologies that will shape the search marketing landscape.
If you’re looking to assess your paid search strategy and design an industry-aligned plan for 2024, then this webinar is for you.
5 Public speaking tips from TED - Visualized summarySpeakerHub
From their humble beginnings in 1984, TED has grown into the world’s most powerful amplifier for speakers and thought-leaders to share their ideas. They have over 2,400 filmed talks (not including the 30,000+ TEDx videos) freely available online, and have hosted over 17,500 events around the world.
With over one billion views in a year, it’s no wonder that so many speakers are looking to TED for ideas on how to share their message more effectively.
The article “5 Public-Speaking Tips TED Gives Its Speakers”, by Carmine Gallo for Forbes, gives speakers five practical ways to connect with their audience, and effectively share their ideas on stage.
Whether you are gearing up to get on a TED stage yourself, or just want to master the skills that so many of their speakers possess, these tips and quotes from Chris Anderson, the TED Talks Curator, will encourage you to make the most impactful impression on your audience.
See the full article and more summaries like this on SpeakerHub here: https://speakerhub.com/blog/5-presentation-tips-ted-gives-its-speakers
See the original article on Forbes here:
http://www.forbes.com/forbes/welcome/?toURL=http://www.forbes.com/sites/carminegallo/2016/05/06/5-public-speaking-tips-ted-gives-its-speakers/&refURL=&referrer=#5c07a8221d9b
ChatGPT and the Future of Work - Clark Boyd Clark Boyd
Everyone is in agreement that ChatGPT (and other generative AI tools) will shape the future of work. Yet there is little consensus on exactly how, when, and to what extent this technology will change our world.
Businesses that extract maximum value from ChatGPT will use it as a collaborative tool for everything from brainstorming to technical maintenance.
For individuals, now is the time to pinpoint the skills the future professional will need to thrive in the AI age.
Check out this presentation to understand what ChatGPT is, how it will shape the future of work, and how you can prepare to take advantage.
The document provides career advice for getting into the tech field, including:
- Doing projects and internships in college to build a portfolio.
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relationship between currency market and stock market
1. ECONOMIC TRENDS - RAPPORT BETWEEN STOCK INDICES
AND CURRENCY VALUES
Abstract
The paper examines the relationship between movements of stock indices and currency
exchange rates for the period 2000-2008, and it is found that there is a significant positive
correlation between the two, for the countries India, China, Malaysia, Brazil and Singapore;
insignificant correlation in case of Swiss, Japan, UK and Germany, whose currencies are
recognized for global trading as popular currencies; negative correlation in case of Pakistan,
whose currency was quite unstable during the study period.
1. Introduction
Globalization era has facilitated international diversification and abolishment of capital
flow barriers. Rapid expansion of international trade has curved the corporate firms to face
increased exposure of exchange rate risks. The exchange rate changes can have an effect on the
economic value of the firms, which ultimately will have an influence on their stock values.
Alternatively, change in stock prices influences foreign investors to take investment decisions,
which eventually affects the demand for the domestic currency. The shift in demand supply
position of the domestic currency leads to currency appreciation/ depreciation and hence the
stock price changes can affect the currency exchange rates.
Stock market and Forex market have become more and more interdependent during the
recent years with the emergence of flexible exchange rate systems and gradual fading of foreign
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2. exchange restrictions. The relationship between stock prices and exchange rates is considered to
be a key factor by the economists, as both play very important roles in controlling a country’s
economic development.
This paper attempts to examine the relationship between movements of stock indices and
exchange rates of 10 countries, out of which 5 are developed and 5 are developing, over the
period 2000-2008. The study also highlights the relationship of stock market performance and
currency value of India with those of other countries.
2. Statement of the Problem
2.1 Stock Market Performance
It is widely accepted that the general economy of a country is reflected by the
performance of its stock market. The bullish and bearish trends in movements of share prices are
mostly dependent on the market forces. Stability of a stock market can be taken as signs of the
country’s stability and growth. Conversely, a crash in a stock market can be reasonably
associated to a depression / recession or a crisis or even a combination of all. Hence, the
movements of stock market indices indicate the progress of economy of a country.
2.2 Currency Performance
It is theoretically established that the exchange rate of a currency against other currencies
is a reflection of the strength of that country’s economy against the economies of other countries.
This means that, if a country’s economy slides down, its currency will lose its value against other
currencies and vice versa. Thus, the value of a currency is also regarded as an indicator of the
economic situation of its country.
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3. 2.3 Relationship between Stock index and Currency Exchange Rate
A study on the relationship between stock prices and exchange rates gains importance
because it can be useful to explain fluctuations in either market. Eventually, it may influence the
policy makers’ decisions about monetary and fiscal policies. The relationship can be used by
multinational companies to predict the direction of exchange rate movements and manage their
foreign exchange exposures. As currencies are also being used as portfolio assets, the study can
also be helpful for the investors and fund managers to select a balanced portfolio.
3. Review of Literature
Oguzhan Aydemir and Erdal Demirhan (2009) investigated the causal relationship
between stock prices and exchange rates and the results of their empirical study indicated that
there was bidirectional causal relationship between exchange rate and all stock market indices
from Turkey. Baig and Goldfajn (1998), tested for the evidence of contagion between the
financial markets of Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Korea and the Philippines. They found that
the cross-country correlations among the currencies and sovereign spreads are found to increase
significantly during the crisis period, whereas the equity market correlations offered mixed
evidence. Maysami and Koh (2000) found that the changes in interest and exchange rates
contributed significantly to the cointegrating relationship with changes in Singapore’s stock
market levels indicating that the stock market was interest and exchange rate sensitive. Their
study also concluded that the Singapore stock market was significantly and positively
cointegrated with stock markets of Japan and United States. Bahmani-Oskooee and Sohrabian
(1992) studied the relation between stock prices measured by S&P 500 index and effective
exchange rate of Dollar and their empirical results showed that there was bidirectional causality
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4. between them, at least in the short-run and there was no long-run relationship between the two
variables. Abdalla and Murinde (1997) investigated the interaction between exchange rates and
stock prices in the emerging markets of India, Korea, Pakistan and The Philippines and their
results showed unidirectional causality from exchange rates to stock prices in all the sample
countries except the Philippines. Morely and Pentecost (2000) investigated the nature of
relationship between stock prices and spot exchange rates using time series modeling and found
that the stock prices and the exchange rates did not exhibit common trends, but did exhibit
common cycles. Friberg and Nydahl (1999) examined the relationship between valuation of
stock market and an effective exchange rate using monthly data on 11 industrial countries for a
period 1973-1996. They found that the more open the economy, the stronger was the positive
relationship between return on the stock market and the exchange rate. Levine and Zervos (1996)
examined whether there was a strong empirical association between stock market development
and long-run economic growth and found a positive and robust association between the two.
Caruso (2006) examined the impact of stock market fluctuations on money demand in Italy from
a long-run prospective. His empirical results suggested a positive association emerging from an
index of stock market prices and real money balances. Stock market turnover and money growth
were found to be positively correlated. Cheung and Lilian (1998) found an empirical evidence of
long-run co-movements between five national stock market indices and measures of aggregate
real economic activity. They found that the real returns on these indices were typically related to
changes in the macroeconomic variables. Bracker, Docking and Koch (1999) investigated why
different pairs of national equity markets displayed differing degrees of co-movement over time
and found that the extent of stock market integration depended upon certain macroeconomic
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5. variables that characterize and influence the degree of economic integration between the two
countries.
4. Objectives and Hypothesis
• Primary Objective: To study the relationship between the performance of stock markets
and currency exchange rates.
• Secondary Objectives:
1. To study the relationship between the performance of Indian stock market as
against that of other countries.
2. To study the relationship between the performance of Indian currency as against
that of other countries.
• Hypothesis:
H0: There is no significant relationship between stock performance and currency
performance in India
5. Methodology
Research Design is Analytical in nature. The study is undertaken for a period of 9 years
from January 2000 to December 2008. Convenient sampling method is used to select 10
countries, out of which 5 are developed countries and the other 5 are developing countries, to
undertake the study. Sample size is 108 for each sample element, the sample frequency being
monthly. The sample elements consist of the popular stock market indices of the selected 10
countries and their respective currency exchange rates with United States Dollar (USD) as base
currency (Refer Table 1).
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6. Table 1: Details of Sample elements
The entire data set is secondary data collected from the following websites:
1. http://fx.sauder.ubc.ca/data.html, a web-site of The University of British Columbia,
providing exchange rate data base for academic research and
2. http://finance.yahoo.com, providing historical data pertaining to stock market
indices.
Correlation technique is used for analysis (a perfect correlation is represented by a
correlation coefficient of 1; perfect negative correlation by -1 and zero represents no correlation)
and bar charts are used for pictorial representations of the relationships.
6. Analysis and Findings
6.1 Performance of stock markets and currency markets.
Considering a period of nine years from 2000 to 2008, Table 2 shows that the currency
exchange rates and stock indices show a significant positive correlation for the countries India,
S.
No.
Country Developed /
Developing
Sample Elements
Popular Stock Index Currency
1 United Kingdom Developed FTSE 100 (FTSE) Pound (GBP)
2 Switzerland Developed Swiss Market (SSMI) Franc (CHF)
3 Germany Developed DAX (GDAXI) Mark (DEM)
4 Singapore Developed Straits Times (STI) Dollar (SGD)
5 Japan Developed Nikkei 225 (N225) Yen (JPY)
6 India Developing BSE Sensex (BSE30) Rupee (INR)
7 Pakistan Developing Karachi Stock (KSE100) Rupee (PKR)
8 China Developing Shanghai Composite(SSEC) Yuan (CNY)
9 Malaysia Developing Composite Index (KLSE) Ringgit (MYR)
10 Brazil Developing Bovespo (BVSP) Real (BRL)
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7. China, Malaysia, Brazil and Singapore, insignificant positive correlation in case of Swiss, Japan,
UK and Germany and negative correlation in case of Pakistan.
A study for the year 2008, the year during which the world faced the meltdown due to
Global Economic Crisis, it is observed that except China and Japan, whose currency and stock
market performances show a high negative correlation, all other countries show a significant
positive correlation.
Table 2: Stock Index versus Currency Exchange Rates - Correlation
Country Correlation Coefficient
Period from 2000 to 2008 Year 2008
India .787 .976
Pakistan -.388 .958
China .612 -.924
Malaysia .847 .923
Brazil .610 .878
Swiss .060 .811
Japan .060 -.777
United Kingdom .189 .917
Germany .106 .930
Singapore .815 .923
Figure 1: Stock Index vs Currency Exchange Rates - Period from 2000 to 2008
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-0.2
0
0.2
0.4
0.6
0.8
1
CoefficientofCorrelation
Country
India
Pakistan
China
Malaysia
Brazil
Swiss
Japan
UK
Germany
Singapore
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8. Figure 2: Stock Index vs Currency Exchange Rates - Year 2008
-1
-0.5
0
0.5
1
Coefficientof
correlation
Country
India
Pakistan
China
Malaysia
Brazil
Swiss
Japan
UK
Germany
Singapore
Note:
We can infer that the countries whose currencies are recognized for trading as popular
currencies {Switzerland - CHY, Japan - JPY, United Kingdom - GBP and German – Euro
(although DEM is the currency of German, Euro is their international currency)} correlation is
insignificant because there exists other global demand supply factors that influence the value of
these currencies. In case of Pakistan, although it is considered as a developing country, its
economy faced a lot of challenges and its currency was quite unstable during the study period
and hence the results may not have a meaningful inference.
As far as the results of the year 2008 are concerned, the reason for the significant
observation (negative correlation) in case of Japan and China needs explanation. It can be
associated to the fact that during 2008, Crude oil prices declined drastically enabling US Dollar
to appreciate against other currencies; while, Japanese Yen and Chinese Yuan appreciated
against US Dollar.
6.2 Performance of Indian stock market as against that of other countries
Table 3 shows that the performance of Indian Stock Market shows a significant positive
correlation with the performances of stock markets of other countries selected for the study,
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9. during the period from 2000 to 2008. However, the correlation is comparatively low in case of
developed countries with Singapore as an exception.
During the year 2008, all the countries including the developed ones show a very high
positive correlation. The result indicates that the recession has an equal influence on all the
countries including the developed ones, as far as the stock market performances are concerned.
Table 3: India’s BSE 30 versus Stock Indices of other countries - Correlation
Country Correlation Coefficient
Period from 2000 to 2008 Year 2008
Pakistan(KSE 100) .949 .826
China(SSEC) .757 .935
Malaysia(KLSE) .934 .975
Brazil(BVSP) .979 .893
Swiss(SSMI) .660 .966
Japan(N225) .528 .923
UK(FTSE) .543 .961
Germany(GDAXI) .620 .958
Singapore(STI) .932 .938
Figure 3: India’s BSE 30 versus Stock Indices of other countries
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0.2
0.4
0.6
0.8
1
correlation
Coefficient
2000 to 2008 2008
Year
Pakistan(KSE 100)
China(SSEC)
Malaysia(KLSE)
Brazil(BVSP)
Swiss(SSMI)
Japan(N225)
UK(FTSE)
Germany(GDAXI)
Singapore(STI)
6.3 Performance of Indian currency market as against that of other countries
Table 4 shows that the value of Indian Rupee, during the period of study, has a significant
positive correlation with the currency values of other countries, except Pakistan Rupee.(For
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10. reasons refer ‘Note’ in section 6.1) However, the correlation in case of currency values is not as
strong as that of stock indices.
During the year 2008, currencies of all countries considered for the study, except that of
China and Japan, show a high positive correlation with Indian Rupee. The currencies of China
and Japan show a high negative correlation, for reasons already explained earlier (refer ‘Note’ in
section 6.1).
Table 4: Indian Rupee (INR) versus Currency Values of other countries - Correlation
Country Correlation Coefficient
Period from 2000 to 2008 Year 2008
Pakistan(PKR) .052 .955
China(CNY) .477 -.766
Malaysia(MYR) .685 .855
Brazil(BRL) .567 .870
Swiss(CHF) .561 .802
Japan(JPY) .372 -.673
UK(GBP) .759 .914
Germany(DEM) .658 .855
Singapore(SGD) .721 .772
Figure 4: Indian Rupee (INR) versus Currency Values of other countries
-0.8
-0.6
-0.4
-0.2
0
0.2
0.4
0.6
0.8
1
Correlation
Coefficient
2000 to 2008 2008
Year
Pakistan(PKR)
China(CNY)
Malaysia(MYR)
Brazil(BRL)
Swiss(CHF)
Japan(JPY)
UK(GBP)
Germany(DEM)
Singapore(SGD)
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11. 6.4. Hypothesis Testing
Table 5 shows that the calculated value of significance (0.000) is less than the assumed
significance value (0.05) and hence the null hypothesis is rejected and alternative hypothesis is
accepted. There is a significant relationship between stock performance and currency
performance in India.
Table 5: Testing of Hypothesis
BSE30 USD /INR
BSE30 Pearson Correlation 1 -.787(**)
Sig. (2-tailed) . .000
N 108 108
USD /INR Pearson Correlation -.787(**) 1
Sig. (2-tailed) .000 .
N 108 108
** Correlation is significant at the 0.01 level (2-tailed).
7. Conclusion
The performance of stock markets and currency exchange rates in five out of ten
countries considered for the study viz. India, China, Malaysia, Brazil and Singapore, show a
significant positive correlation. Correlation is insignificant in case of Swiss, Japan, United
Kingdom and Germany, whose currencies are considered popular for global trading. In case of
Pakistan, whose currency was very unstable during the study period, the correlation is negative.
Performance of Indian Stock Market shows a significant positive correlation with the
performances of stock markets of the other countries. However, the correlation is comparatively
low in case of developed countries, except Singapore. Indian Rupee has a significant positive
correlation with the currency values of other countries, except Pakistan Rupee. It is observed that
the correlation in case of currency exchange rates is not as strong as that of stock indices.
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12. A study for the year 2008, the year during which the world faced the meltdown due to
Global Economic Crisis, it is observed that except China and Japan, whose currency and stock
markets show a high negative correlation, all other countries show a significant positive
correlation. Stock markets of all countries including the developed ones show a very high
positive correlation with Indian stock market, indicating that the recession has an equal influence
on all the countries. As far as the currency exchange rates are concerned, Indian Rupee is
significantly correlated positively to the currencies of all countries, except that of China and
Japan. The reason for these specific results in case of China and Japan can be associated to the
fact that during 2008, Crude oil prices declined drastically enabling US Dollar to appreciate
against other currencies; although all currencies depreciated, Japanese Yen and Chinese Yuan
appreciated against US Dollar.
Hence, we can conclude that stock market performance and currency exchange rates have
a noteworthy relationship with each other.
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