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Meet the board: secretary/external affairs officer
Author: Victor Westgeest January 19, 2022
Hi all, my name is Victor Westgeest and this academic year, I am the Secretary/External Affairs Officer of Asset | Economics. As the Secretary/External Affairs Officer of the board, you have a variety of responsibilities and possibilities. In this article, you can read more about what these are!
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end of the year
Author: Shaye Olij 24-12-2021
Since 2021 is coming to an end, I want to thank you for all your hard work and your involvement in our beautiful association.
At the beginning of the year, we had a flying start and began the new academic year highly motivated. We started a new committee which turned out to be a great success, organised an extra event especially for second year students which led to several new members and a stunning number of 20 people became an active member at our association.
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The reasons of rising inflation
Author: Joost Haddinga November 25, 2021
After years of low inflation and relative price stability we suddenly see rising prices again. Do we now have to fear the worst, are we on the brink of a new deep recession or is it a one-time event passing quickly? Let’s find out more about the reasons behind the currently increased price growth.
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Making money with jokes
Author: Ivo Knorr
June 14, 2021
If you are even slightly interested in the stock market, there's a good chance that you have heard about the gamestop story a few months back. But what exactly happened?
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No more coffeeshop holidays to Amsterdam
Author: Ashita Khandelwal
June 1, 2021
It might be time for Amsterdam to bid farewell to cannabis tourism. The mayor of Amsterdam, Femke Halsema wants to ban foreign tourists from buying cannabis from coffeeshops in Amsterdam to tackle the nuisance and crime. But regulating the cannabis industry in Amsterdam requires careful thought.
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The Future of the Euro
Author: Daan Schrage
May 25, 2021
The European Central Bank is experimenting with a digital Euro. what is it that makes a digital Euro so special, and why would you use it over just stuffing cash under your mattress?
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The world of NFT explored
Author: Daniël Asselbergs
April 28, 2021
Many of you probably do not know what NFT stands for and what it’s uses are. Read this article to find out more!
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Does a stockpile of consumer savings offer hope for post-Covid spending?
Author: Daniël Asselbergs
April 20, 2021
This week's edition will update you on economic outlooks. More specifically, how consumer savings will influence the upcoming period.
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Get to meet the two student parties
Author: Daan Schrage, Ivo Knorr & Daniël Asselbergs
April 13, 2021
The elections are very near, it will take place on the 28th, 29th and 30th of April. Representatives of SAM and FRONT are interviewed about what they would like to change within the university.
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Return to the good old gold standard? Better not
Author: Bas van de Mortel
April 6, 2021
This week’s edition is an opinion piece about the implementation of the gold standard.
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Let’s make the Netherlands green
Author: Ashita Khandelwal
March 23, 2021
When thinking about pollution you might think of countries like India and China. However, you might be surprised to find out that the Netherlands is also currently facing a big pollution problem. Major Dutch cities like Amsterdam, Rotterdam, the Hague and Maastricht all have air quality below European standards. When compared to other countries, Dutch carbon emissions are among the highest in Europe. We will take a closer look at where this pollution comes from and what we can do about it.
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The new stimulus bill and updates on economic recovery
Author: Daniël Asselbergs
March 16, 2021
This week’s edition covers the specifics of the third stimulus bill, the stock market shocks and the updated outlook on economic recovery.
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Interview with a Professor: David Schindler
Authors: Daan Schrage, Ashita Khandelwal & Daniël Asselbergs
March 9, 2021
We interviewed professor David Schindler, from the Economics faculty, about his current research, and his journey of becoming a professor.
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Friedman was right; stakeholderism is still not the answer
Author: Bas van de Mortel
March 2, 2021
Corporate social responsibility is the focal point of this blog. Moreover, was Friedman right about whether firms should enforce CSR policies.
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A Crypto World
Author: Ivo Knorr
February 23, 2021
The Bitcoin price has surpassed any previous all time high, while many thought that the 2017 peak would remain unchallenged. This article will cover the fundamentals of cryptocurrencies.
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Hybrid education is the future
Authors: Bas van de Mortel, Ashita Khandelwal & Daniël Asselbergs
February 16, 2021
In this interview we will interview three professors of the TiSEM faculty about online education.
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Understanding SPAC’s
Author: Daniël Asselbergs
February 8, 2021
The popularity of SPAC’s has been increasing. This article explains why and what SPAC’s are.
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Has the minimum wage reached its maximum?
Author: Ivo Knorr
January 29, 2021
The federal minimum wage in the United States has been stuck on $7.25 per hour for over 11 years. Is it time for an increase?
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Electric Cars: Climate Savers or Wallet Drainers?
Author: Daan Schrage
January 22, 2021
If you follow the stock market, you will have probably heard of Tesla’s meteoric rise. Meanwhile in Europe, Norway became the world’s first country where electric vehicles reached a larger market share than traditional cars. But are these electric cars actually better for the environment? Or are there hidden costs involved that go ignored?
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Winners in Corona
Author: Ashita Khandelwal
January 15, 2021
We are about to complete one year of living amidst this pandemic. As the country extends the lockdown period, numerous businesses have come to a near-standstill. Shopping streets remain empty, as the government is forced to close stores in order to maintain a grip on the virus. But, not everyone is losing out as a result of this pandemic.
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6750 USD per newborn, a good or bad idea?
Author: Daniël Asselbergs
January 8, 2021
The retirement schemes of developed nations are outdated, what could be a solution?
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A Christmas for the trees
Author: Ivo Knorr
December 18, 2020
Christmas is coming! Do you have a Christmas tree up this year? Read more about these trees in this Christmas themed blog article!
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Universal Basic Income: Fact or Fiction?
Author: Daan Schrage
December 11, 2020
Universal basic income or UBI for short. A system where everybody receives a stipend by the government on a regular basis. Sounds like a dream, right? Well, it might be closer to reality than you think.
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András Bohák: “The key to a finance job is good analytical skills”
Authors: Bas van de Mortel & Daniël Asselbergs
December 8, 2020
This weeks edition features an interview with an executive director of MSCI. András Bohák works in the Budapest office and provides us with insights and tips and tricks.
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Black Friday - Savings or Scam
Author: Ashita Khandelwal
November 27, 2020
Today is the biggest discount event of the year - Black Friday. Here are some tips for scoring the best deals.
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Running a study association during the Covid-19 pandemic
Authors: Marcel van Hoorn & Jeroen de Smet
November 26, 2020
A board year is a year that should always be an unforgettable time of your life. Due to the pandemic, everything is different compared to previous years. As the new board, we have been thrown into the unknown and need to decide what is best, despite having never experienced something like this and not being able to use playbooks from previous years. In this article we take a look at some challenges and opportunities that arise.
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The rise of online shopping
Author: Ivo Knorr
November 20, 2020
Online shopping is bigger than ever. There is a pandemic going on and physical retailers are having difficulties. What is happening to the landscape of the retail industry?
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Eco Friendly vs. Budget Friendly
Author: Ashita Khandelwal
November 13, 2020
Sustainability is a trend now. Let’s do a quick cost and benefit analysis of replacing cheap products with the durable ones.
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How the Pandemic Will Throw Millions into Poverty
Author: Daan Schrage
November 6, 2020
Corona is a problem for everybody. Perhaps you lost your job, or perhaps your study is not going well due to the subpar quality of online education, or maybe you are just bummed out that you cannot go out and party with your friends as you did before. But what if you live in poverty or are just barely able to make ends meet?
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A recruiters’ perspective
Authors: Ivo Knorr & Daniël Asselbergs
October 29, 2020
The job market is more competitive than ever. We decided to interview a FrieslandCampina campus recruiter to get some extra knowledge about the job application process.
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The disconnect between the stock market and the economy
Author: Daniël Asselbergs
October 23, 2020
The asset prices are high making all-time high's while the economy is still in a bad shape. How is this possible and what factors contribute to this situation. Are assets overpriced?
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Why we need to rethink free trade
Author: Bas van de Mortel
October 20, 2020
At the start of the pandemic, the world panicked about the supply face masks running out. A few months later, the whole world panicked about the supply of medical ventilators. How could these problems arise in such a well-developed globalized economy? Does our system of free trade need to be reconsidered?
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Housing crisis - the solution is vertical
Author: Ashita Khandelwal
October 9, 2020
If you are a student in Tilburg, you have probably either encountered housing issues firsthand or seen a fellow classmate struggling with it. Universities in the Netherlands do not own dorm rooms and thus it is one of the first things an incoming student has to secure besides admission itself. So, what is the way forward for students and the Netherlands as a whole?
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Partying or studying hard? The road to financial success
Author: Daan Schrage
August 2, 2020
If you are Dutch, you have probably heard the following statement in some form or another, be it from your parents, your uncle, or perhaps even one of your teachers: “Grades don’t matter, my employer has never asked to see my grade list.” The idea that, as long as you pass, the grades you received during your education will not impact your future career is one of the underpinnings of the Dutch “zesjescultuur” (“sixes culture”). But does this common wisdom of the Dutch actually hold true?
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Student loan: only A DISADVANTAGE?
Author: Mike Schapendonk
July 13, 2020
After the great years of living in your 10m2 room and sharing your shower, it is time for the next steps in your life. For some of us this means buying your own house, for others it means pursuing a professional career.
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Interview with a member: Jasper de Groot
Today, you can read an interview about someone who has been a part of our association for a full year now. Namely, one of our beloved members of the freshmen committee: Jasper de Groot!
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Diversity in the job market
Author: Jelle Veldman
June 10, 2020
Protests have started in the USA since the death of George Floyd and quickly have spread around the world. Not only do the protestors demand violence to stop; they demand equality in general. While this problem is too complicated to cover in a straightforward article, it might be interesting to discuss how diversity could be implemented in the job market.
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Opening borders: too soon or just in time for summer?
Author: Mike Schapendonk
May 29, 2020
Writing a new article today in the sun, my feet in a little swimming pool and slathered with sunscreen. All I can ask for is doing this at one of my favourite holiday destinations. A lot of countries are opening their borders for tourism, but is this the smart thing to do or is it too early?
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Birthday Asset | Economics
Author: Annelotte Vroon
May 20, 2020
11 years ago, Asset | Economics got established out of a fusion between all the existing economic study associations of Tilburg. In this article, I will tell you more about the developments we have been through and the growth we have experienced.
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Interview with a member: renee hekerman
May 14, 2020
For this month’s blog article, we have interviewed an alumnus of our association, namely our very own former Chairman; Renee Hekerman! Renee is currently a Corporate Finance trainee at FrieslandCampina, after finishing her Bachelor’s Economics and Business Economics in Tilburg and Master’s in Finance & Investments in Rotterdam.
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Crime in economics: Ponzi schemes
Author: Jelle Veldman
May 8, 2020
One of the well known crimes in economics is explained below. Read here how one trick became worth $65 billion dollars!
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Corona crisis in practice
Author: Mike Schapendonk
April 29, 2020
Hospitality employment agency Mise en Place went bankrupt, which caused thousands of students to lose their side jobs as a consequence of the corona crisis.
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chairman: annelotte vroon
The broad and mysterious side of being the Chairman is something I like and have cherished this year. You can achieve a lot and put a print on the association your heart is full of. In this article, I will tell you more about what it is like to be the Chairman of the board and give you more insights into the job.
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