Expert Economics Tutor from Macquarie Univeristy offering personalized lessons in Microeconomics, Macroeconomics and Market Structures.

The student and tutor reviewed the economics topic of exchange rates, covering its definition, different systems, measurement (bilateral exchange rates and trade-weighted index), and factors affecting it. They also discussed balance of payments entries and current account deficits, and practiced interpreting graphs and answering related questions. The tutor recommended supplementary notes for further study.

The Tutor and Student reviewed an essay response to an economics question about prioritizing key economic issues for the Australian government. They discussed how to effectively analyze issues like oil prices and minimum wage, focusing on their impact on unemployment and inflation, and emphasized the importance of thesis statements and data integration in academic writing. The Tutor also recommended an economics textbook for further study.

The class focused on improving the student's economics exam performance through enhanced question dissection and data analysis techniques. The tutor and student practiced breaking down complex questions, interpreting balance of payments data, and formulating detailed responses. The session concluded with strategies for test-taking, including a plan to apply these methods to future practice questions.

The Tutor and Student reviewed concepts related to mergers and acquisitions, stock valuation post-announcement, and the calculation of the Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC). They practiced applying WACC and explored the Adjusted Present Value (APV) method. The session concluded with an analysis of debt seniority and liquidation scenarios, with plans for further review if needed before the student's exam.

The Student and Tutor reviewed strategies for approaching essay-based exams in Economics, focusing on question deconstruction and response planning. They discussed key economic concepts including the Australian economic climate, economic issues like oil prices and taxation, and external stability, inflation, and employment. The session also introduced Unit 2 topics on the balance of payments and provided guidance on essay writing techniques and exam preparation, including the role of trial exams.

The Tutor and Student reviewed strategies for corporate finance, focusing on the differences and implications of selling versus spinning off business divisions. They analyzed scenarios involving activist investors like Carl Icahn and discussed advanced financial techniques such as streaming deals, planning to delve into quantitative aspects in the next session.