risky, which is consistent with the demise of the U.S. investment banking sector. "--World Bank web site …

"The author examines the impact of the volatility of foreign portfolio investment on the financial constraints of small …, the author finds that the volatility of foreign portfolio investment is only significantly associated with a decreased … volatility of foreign portfolio investment only hinders the growth of small firms significantly in periods when nations are …

Following the world food ... …

world price signals reach more producers to induce a supply response. To reduce world food price volatility, suggested …-grain stock purchases and releases to reduce, rather than amplify, local and world food price volatility; (3) shift to market …Following the world food price spike in 2008 and again in 2011, there has been increased attention on better …

needed to create an electronic commerce (e-commerce) environment that is safe and sound. "--World Bank web site …

the macroeconomy"--World Bank web site …