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Joao Gomes

Why SPACs Are Booming

May 04, 2021
Finance
North America

Many young private companies would prefer to merge with a SPAC -- or special purpose acquisition company -- rather than undertake an IPO. But increased regulatory scrutiny and other factors[…]

Could Quantitative Finance Help Avert Future Market Crashes?

Jul 01, 2020
Finance
North America

Investors can use smart models to brave market slumps, but they have short memories and often repeat mistakes, says Wharton’s Joao Gomes.

Is the World Economy Headed for a Fall?

Apr 18, 2019
Finance
Asia-Pacific, China, Europe, Global Focus
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It’s not just the latest IMF forecast causing concern. Many straws in the wind point to tougher times ahead, experts say.

U.S. Debt: Is It the Calm Before the Storm?

Mar 15, 2019
Finance
North America
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The U.S. national debt has crossed $22 trillion -- the highest ever. Addressing the problem now, rather than delaying the inevitable, would be the best approach to keeping the economy[…]

Dwindling Brexit Options: What’s the Path Ahead?

Jan 17, 2019
Public Policy
Europe
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A no-deal Brexit has investors rattled, because it could disrupt supply chains and cause economic and political chaos, warn experts.

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