The book Outlines of Economics was written by author Ely, Richard T. (Richard Theodore), 1854-1943 Here you can read free online of Outlines of Economics book, rate and share your impressions in comments. If you don't know what to write, just answer the question: Why is Outlines of Economics a good or bad book?
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It is this increment in capital value, due to the real or expected advantages of consolidation, that has been the chief cause of such combinations. The organization of trusts has in many cases been effected by professional pro- BUSINESS ORGANIZATION 235 moters, whose connection with an undertaking does not con- tinue any longer than is necessary in order to secure the profits of consolidation. A few great trusts like those which have figured in the oil, sugar, steel, and tobacco industries have... been conspicuously successful in a business way. Many others were " made to sell " ; that is, were organized only in order that profits might be gained through the sale of their securities, and have been weighted down by a capitalization not justified by their actual earning capacity. Some of these have already fallen to pieces ; others have been reorganized, with diminished capitaliza- tion. " When judged in terms of the promises of their promoters their histories ( stand as striking acknowledgments of the inadequacy of mere consolidation as a basis of economic efficiency.
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