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The Role of Chieftaincy in Financial Inclusion: A Case Study of Eight Rural Communities in the Northern Region of Ghana
(2011-07-01)Misunderstood customary political and social institutions can jeopardize attempts at introducing microfinance into rural villages. This paper examines how microfinance institutions approach the chieftaincy system in Ghana. ... -
Unwrapping the Hot-Toy Problem: An Analysis of Peak Demand and Price Dispersion in the Holiday Market for Zhu Zhu Pets
(2010-04-01)The sold out toy is a recurring theme during the holiday season, so why donÕt manufacturers and retailers increase the price of these holiday season sellout products? This work considers whether a larger shortage implies ...