Japan Country & Currency Research Report ► (edit / improve) Japan (JPY), the second largest economy in the world, has an industrial, export oriented economy that benefits from its relationship with the USA and proximity to China. Japan's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): Japan’s currency (the Yen) is overvalued according to investment flow potential, the purchase price parity, and the interest rate parity. Japan's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): Japan’s economic environment is moderately favorable for long term economic growth due to high scores on economic freedom and government transparency, but low scores on the SWOT Analysis. Japan's General Trading Partners: Indonesia, China, Singapore, the EU, Korea, and the US are Japan’s top export partners, while the leading industry is industrial manufacturing. Japan's Commodity Trading Partners: Japan imports many products because of its lack of arable land and energy resources. SWOT Analysis of Japan: The leading Japanese strength is their education system, while the main weakness is a declining birth rate. A major Japanese threat is the continuation of zombie companies. Japan's Currency Trading Strategy: An overvalued currency, low investment flow potential and moderate business environment leads to a negative outlook for Japanese investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.

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China Country & Currency Analysis Research Report ► (edit / improve) China (CNY) is a fast growing communist country with the largest population in the world. China's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): China’s currency is moderately undervalued. Purchase price parity shows that China’s currency is approximately 40% undervalued, however, the other three valuation approaches show that China is fairly valued. China's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): China’s economic environment is very unfavorable for long term economic growth due to the lack of economic freedom, government transparency, and the SWOT analysis. China's General Trading Partners: Indonesia, Pakistan, Norway, Singapore, Europe, the US are the top export partners, while the leading industry is industrial goods, usually for export. China's Commodity Trading Partners: China produces a significant amount of coal for use at home. The use of coal to provide energy leads to other health related problems. SWOT Analysis of China: The leading Chinese strength is their cheap labor, while the main weaknesses are political risk and corruption. Renewable energy has the opportunity to propel growth, while general pollution and an aging population could slow growth rates. China's Currency Trading Strategy: An undervalued currency, average investment flow potential and an unfavorable business environment leads to a neutral outlook for Chinese investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.

Japan trade relationship is growth quickly. China developing industries and middle class buy many goods from Japan. This should help the Japanese currency and companies to remain strong as China's wealth grows.

Discretionary Industry Research Report & Analysis ► (edit / improve) The consumer discretionary industry includes companies whose sales come from consumer discretionary income purchases. Discretionary income = gross income less taxes and necessities such as rent, mortgage and food. Discretionary Value Investing Conclusion: Based on WikiWealth's Wall Street analysis, this industry is a Hold. The Main Street analysis says a Buy, with SWOT strengths great than weaknesses and SWOT opportunities greater than threats. Discretionary Trade Hubs: Some of the main trade hubs include China, Mexico, Germany and Japan, while the main discretionary commodities include gold, silver, platinum and diamonds. Discretionary Trading Strategy: The consumer discretionary industry tends to be very sensitive to economic cycles. Look for undervalued discretionary investments during economic recessions when stock prices are low and sell discretionary investments during the late stages of a bull markets when stock prices are high. The global economy is currently in a recession, therefore, it is the perfect time to purchase consumer discretionary investments. Upward sloping stock charts and financial news may indicate a selling opportunity while the opposite means that stocks are becoming undervalued. For our entire list of industry research reports, including trends, statistics and ratios, click here: Industry Research & Analysis Home Page.

Japan has a strong entertainment and fashion industry that provides much of it's export earnings.

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USA Country & Currency Research Report ► (edit / improve) The United States (US) has a highly productive, capitalist economy and is the largest and most diverse market in the world. USA's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): the US dollar (USD) has the potential to increase in value especially versus the Australian and Canadian dollar because of the significant potential of undervalued companies. USA's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): the economic environment is very favorable for long term economic growth due to high scores on economic freedom and economic diversity. USA's General Trading Partners: China, Japan, Mexico, and Canada are the top US trading partners, while the leading export and import are electrical machinery and vehicles, respectively. USA's Commodity Trading Partners: The US produces a significant amount of coal and wheat for use at home and as an export. However, the US consumes a larger amount of oil, which contributes to their trade deficit. SWOT Analysis of USA: The leading US strength is its entrepreneurial culture, while the main weakness is high health care cost. Energy independence has the opportunity to propel growth, while the major threat is the housing crisis, which will lower growth. USA's Currency Trading Strategy: An undervalued currency, high investment flow potential and favorable business environment lead to a positive outlook for US investments, which will also benefit from positive international actions. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.

European Union Country & Currency Analysis Research Report ► (edit / improve) The European Union (EUR) is a single market and currency group of countries, which creates one of the largest and most diverse markets in the world. European Union's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): The EUR is fairly valued versus other major global currencies. They have a positive investment flow and negative purchase price parity. European Union's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): the economic environment is favorable for long term economic growth due to favorable scores on government transparency and SWOT opportunities. European Union's General Trading Partners: Belgium, Hungary, China, Saudi Arabia, Russia, China, Norway and Japan are the top trading partners. European Union's Commodity Trading Partners: The EU does not produce many commodities, but they import many energy-related commodities from Russia and the Middle East. SWOT Analysis of European Union: The leading EU strength is their single currency and internal market, while the main weaknesses include a declining birth rate, labor restrictions and language barriers. New energy proposals have the opportunity to propel growth; there were no major threats to report. European Union's Currency Trading Strategy: A moderately-valued currency, high investment flow potential, but low purchase price potential and negative SWOT weaknesses lead to a slightly negative outlook for EU investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.

China Country & Currency Analysis Research Report ► (edit / improve) China (CNY) is a fast growing communist country with the largest population in the world. China's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): China’s currency is moderately undervalued. Purchase price parity shows that China’s currency is approximately 40% undervalued, however, the other three valuation approaches show that China is fairly valued. China's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): China’s economic environment is very unfavorable for long term economic growth due to the lack of economic freedom, government transparency, and the SWOT analysis. China's General Trading Partners: Indonesia, Pakistan, Norway, Singapore, Europe, the US are the top export partners, while the leading industry is industrial goods, usually for export. China's Commodity Trading Partners: China produces a significant amount of coal for use at home. The use of coal to provide energy leads to other health related problems. SWOT Analysis of China: The leading Chinese strength is their cheap labor, while the main weaknesses are political risk and corruption. Renewable energy has the opportunity to propel growth, while general pollution and an aging population could slow growth rates. China's Currency Trading Strategy: An undervalued currency, average investment flow potential and an unfavorable business environment leads to a neutral outlook for Chinese investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.

Korea Country & Currency Research Report ► (edit / improve) Korea (KRW) has a fast growing Asian country with a market-based economy. Korea's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): Korea’s currency is undervalued as a result of the purchase price parity and the investment flow analysis. Korea's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): Korea’s economic environment is moderate, because high scores on economic freedom are offset by low scores on the SWOT analysis. Korea's General Trading Partners: Indonesia, China, Singapore, Japan, Hong Kong are the top export partners, while Korea’s emerging industry relates to technology. SWOT Analysis of Korea: The leading Korean strength is their shipbuilding expertise, while the main weakness is their bank cross holdings. North Korea is their main threat to long term economic growth. Korea's Currency Trading Strategy: An undervalued currency, high investment flow potential and moderate business environment leads to a slightly positive outlook for Korean investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.

Taiwan Country & Currency Research Report ► (edit / improve) Taiwan (TWD) has an export driven, capitalist economy in Asia and is moving from a centralized system to a market system. Taiwan's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): Taiwan’s currency is undervalued with low investment flow potential, and high purchase price potential. Taiwan's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): Taiwan’s economic environment is favorable for long term economic growth due to high scores on economic freedom and economic diversity. Taiwan's General Trading Partners: Indonesia, China, Singapore, Japan, and the US are the top export partners, while a leading export industry is technology. Taiwan's Commodity Trading Partners: Taiwan utilizes a significant amount of silicon and tin. SWOT Analysis of Taiwan: The leading weaknesses in Taiwan are their declining birth rate and corruption problems. Taiwan's Currency Trading Strategy: An undervalued currency, low investment flow potential and favorable business environment leads to a positive outlook for Taiwanese investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.

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Saudi Arabia Country & Currency Research Report ► (edit / improve) Saudi Arabia (SAR) is an energy export driven economy in the Middle East. Saudi Arabia's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): Saudi Arabia’s currency is overvalued with low investment flow potential and high purchase price potential. Saudi Arabia's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): Saudi Arabia’s economic environment is unfavorable for long term economic growth due to low scores on government transparency and economic diversity. Saudi Arabia's General Trading Partners: China, the EU, Japan, and the US are the top export partners, while the leading industry is related to energy. Saudi Arabia's Commodity Trading Partners: Saudi Arabia produces a significant amount of crude oil, gasoline, and propane for use as an export. Saudi Arabia is also part of the OPEC cartel, which adjusts the supply of oil to maintain price. SWOT Analysis of Saudi Arabia: The leading Saudi strength is their large oil supply, while the main weakness is their discriminatory problems. Economic cities have the opportunity to propel growth, while terrorism may lower growth. Saudi Arabia's Currency Trading Strategy: A overvalued currency, low investment flow potential and unfavorable business environment leads to a negative outlook for Saudi investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.

Australia Country & Currency Analysis Research Report ► (edit / improve) Australia (AUD) has a highly productive, capitalist economy with an emphasis on commodity exports, especially to Asia. Australia's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): Australia’s currency is moderately undervalued with high investment flow potential and negative purchase price parity. Australia's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): Australia’s economic environment is very favorable for long term economic growth due to high scores on economic freedom and economic diversity. Australia's General Trading Partners: Indonesia, China, Singapore, the UK and Japan are the top export partners, while the leading exporting industry is materials. Australia's Commodity Trading Partners: Australia produces a significant amount of uranium, gold, coal, copper, aluminum, lead, zinc, and silver mostly for export to growing Asian countries. SWOT Analysis of Australia: The leading Australian strength is their abundant natural resources, while no major weaknesses were identified. Australia's Currency Trading Strategy: An undervalued currency, negative investment flow potential, but favorable business environment leads to a positive outlook for Australian investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.

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Crude Oil Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Crude oil is used to produce fuel oil and gasoline. Gasoline is the largest supplier of fuel for internal combustion engines. Crude Oil Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Crude oil is rated a Sell. Crude oil demanders have a moderate potential to increase in value and crude oil suppliers have a very high potential to increase in value. Crude Oil Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Crude oil’s long term growth potential is very favorable due to high scores on sensitivity to price changes, demand not sensitive to price changes, and the SWOT analysis. Crude Oil SWOT Analysis: Strength: Limited natural resource / supply; Weakness: Emits carbon dioxide. Opportunity to grow: the overall growth of vehicles will increase demand for crude oil; Threats to growth: environmental concerns could slow growth potential in the near term. Crude Oil Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis sell rating indicates that crude oil prices should decrease over the short term, whereas a very favorable investor survey means crude oil prices increase over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.

Tobacco Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Tobacco is a farmed product derived from the leaves of the nicotiana plant. Common products include smoked, chewed, snuff, and dipped tobacco. Tobacco Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Tobacco is rated a Buy. Tobacco demanders have a high potential to increase in value, while there was not enough evidence to correctly predict tobacco suppliers potential. Tobacco Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Tobacco’s long term growth potential is moderately favorable due to high scores on sensitivity to price changes. Tobacco SWOT Analysis: Strength: Tobacco has many addictive properties; Weakness: tobacco produces considerable health risk to users. Opportunity to grow: there are signs that tobacco has medical applications; Threats to growth: tax increases on tobacco could hurt profits. Tobacco Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis buy rating indicates that tobacco should increase in price over the short term, whereas a moderately favorable investor survey means tobacco may increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.

Coal Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Coal is the largest source of fuel used to produce electricity in the world. Coal is also one of the largest sources of carbon dioxide emissions. Coal Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Coal is rated a Buy. Coal demanders have a high potential to grow, while coal suppliers have low potential in increase. Coal Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Coal’s long term growth potential is moderately favorable due to high scores on sensitivity to price changes and low sources in short supply and substitute products. Coal SWOT Analysis: Strength: Coal is the largest source of energy worldwide; Weakness: coal produces considerable pollution. Opportunity to grow: coal’s widespread use could aid growth as the world economy grows; Threats to growth: alternative forms of clean energy may compete against coal. Coal Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis buy rating indicates that coal should increase in price over the short term, whereas a moderately favorable investor survey means coal may not increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.

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Discretionary Industry Research Report & Analysis ► (edit / improve) The consumer discretionary industry includes companies whose sales come from consumer discretionary income purchases. Discretionary income = gross income less taxes and necessities such as rent, mortgage and food. Discretionary Value Investing Conclusion: Based on WikiWealth's Wall Street analysis, this industry is a Hold. The Main Street analysis says a Buy, with SWOT strengths great than weaknesses and SWOT opportunities greater than threats. Discretionary Trade Hubs: Some of the main trade hubs include China, Mexico, Germany and Japan, while the main discretionary commodities include gold, silver, platinum and diamonds. Discretionary Trading Strategy: The consumer discretionary industry tends to be very sensitive to economic cycles. Look for undervalued discretionary investments during economic recessions when stock prices are low and sell discretionary investments during the late stages of a bull markets when stock prices are high. The global economy is currently in a recession, therefore, it is the perfect time to purchase consumer discretionary investments. Upward sloping stock charts and financial news may indicate a selling opportunity while the opposite means that stocks are becoming undervalued. For our entire list of industry research reports, including trends, statistics and ratios, click here: Industry Research & Analysis Home Page.

Industrial Industry Research & Analysis ► (edit / improve) The industrial industry includes companies whose sales originate from the manufacturing of materials into finished goods and services. Industrial Value Investing Conclusion Based on WikiWealth's Wall Street analysis, this industry is a Hold, with slightly positive potential. The Main Street analysis says a Hold with SWOT strengths much great than weaknesses and SWOT opportunities less than threats. Industrial Trade Hubs: The following countries derive much of their income from the industrial sector of the economy: Brazil, Venezuela, USA, Belgium, the EU, Germany, France, China, Hong Kong and Japan. Main industrial commodities include the following: aluminum, copper, lead, nickel, palladium, silicon, steel, tin, and zinc. Industrial Trading Strategy: The industrial industry tends to be sensitive to economic cycles. Look for undervalued industrial investments during economic recessions when stock prices are low and sell industrial investments during the late stages of a bull markets when stock prices are high. The global economy is currently in a recession, therefore, it is the perfect time to purchase industrial investments. Upward sloping stock charts and financial news may indicate a selling opportunity while the opposite means that stocks are becoming undervalued. For our entire list of industry research reports, including trends, statistics and ratios, click here: Industry Research & Analysis Home Page.

Technology Industry Research & Analysis ► (edit / improve) The technology industry broadly includes companies whose primary function is to create innovative products and processes. Information technology deals with the management and processing of information. Technology Value Investing Conclusion Based on WikiWealth's Wall Street analysis, this industry is a Hold with slightly negative potential. The Main Street analysis says a Buy, with SWOT strengths much great than weaknesses and SWOT opportunities equal to threats. Technology Trade Hubs: Global centers of innovation include: the US, India, Japan, Israel, Korea, and Taiwan, while the main technology commodities include aluminum, copper, and silicon. Technology Trading Strategy: The technology industry tends to be sensitive to economic cycles. Look for undervalued technology investments during economic recessions when stock prices are low and sell technology investments during the late stages of a bull markets when stock prices are high. The global economy is currently in a recession, therefore, it is the perfect time to purchase discretionary investments, because business significantly increase technology investments that they postponed during the recession. Upward sloping stock charts and financial news may indicate a selling opportunity while the opposite means that stocks are becoming undervalued. For our entire list of industry research reports, including trends, statistics and ratios, click here: Industry Research & Analysis Home Page.

Financial Industry Research & Analysis ► (edit / improve) The financial services industry includes companies whose sales come from the management of money for individuals and institutions. Financial services companies include banks, insurance companies, brokerage, wealth management, and credit card companies. Financial Value Investing Conclusion Based on WikiWealth's Wall Street analysis, this industry is a Hold. The Main Street analysis is also a Hold, with SWOT strengths much great than weaknesses, but SWOT opportunities less than threats. Financial Trade Hubs: Some of the main centers for financial innovation include the US, Switzerland, the EU, Netherlands, Australia, Hong Kong, and Japan. Financial Trading Strategy: The financial industry is sensitive to economic cycles. However, financial service companies increase quickly out of recessions, because interest rates tend to be low. Look for undervalued financial investments during economic recessions when stock prices are low and sell financial investments during the late stages of a bull markets when stock prices are high. The global economy is currently in a recession, therefore, it is the perfect time to purchase financial investments. Upward sloping stock charts and financial news may indicate a selling opportunity while the opposite means that stocks are becoming undervalued. For our entire list of industry research reports, including trends, statistics and ratios, click here: Industry Research & Analysis Home Page.

Health Care Industry Research & Analysis ► (edit / improve) The health care industry depends on the care of health-related services by professionals for the benefit of patients. Medical device markers, insurance companies, pharmaceutical drug developers and government institutions are major participants in the treatment of sick, injured and disabled patients. Health Care Value Investing Conclusion Based on WikiWealth's Wall Street analysis, this industry is a Buy, but with good potential for short term growth. The Main Street analysis says a Hold, with SWOT strengths much great than weaknesses and SWOT opportunities less than threats. Major threats include government regulation and reimbursement policy inconsistency. Health Care Trade Hubs: Some of the main medical hubs include Switzerland, USA, and Japan, while the main health care commodities include advanced plastics, opium and cannabis. Health Care Trading Strategy: Health Care stocks tend to be less sensitive to economic changes. Look for undervalued health care investments at any point in the business cycle when stock prices are low. However, biotech, employment staffing and insurance companies may all decrease during recessions for different reasons. Government intervention is another important factor in health care investments, since government spending in health care is a very large portion of overall health care spending. When governments change spending plans, different sub-sectors in the industry are significantly affected. Upward sloping stock charts and financial news may indicate a selling opportunity while the opposite means that stocks are becoming undervalued. For our entire list of industry research reports, including trends, statistics and ratios, click here: Industry Research & Analysis Home Page.

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