Global Focus

Do Foreign Firms Thrive in Immigrant Enclaves? O Da!

New research coauthored by Wharton’s Exequiel (Zeke) Hernandez looks at why, and under what circumstances, foreign firms boost their performance when they move into areas inhabited by immigrants from their home countries.

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What’s Fueling the Smart City Backlash?

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Fears over privacy intrusions and unbridled development compromising the public interest are putting the brakes on some highly visible "smart city" projects. Increased transparency and stronger citizen engagement could help[…]

Curbing Climate Change: 30 Solutions That Could Make an Impact

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A new report by experts at the University of Pennsylvania offers solution-oriented proposals for tackling climate change at the federal, state and local levels.

Expecting the Unexpected: How Companies Can Prepare Now for Calamities

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Wharton’s Howard Kunreuther and Michael Useem explain why some firms find creative ways to cope with disasters while others do not.

Can Cybercriminals Be Stopped?

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A new book by journalist and cybersecurity expert Kate Fazzini reveals the true nature of cybercriminals beyond the headlines.

Bye Bye, Barneys? Why Luxury Is the Latest Retail Casualty

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Rising commercial rents and the demise of the department store model pose an existential threat to Barneys and other icons of high-end retail.

What Will It Take for Uber to Become Profitable?

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Uber needs to ensure that its core business of ride-hailing is profitable before diversifying into areas like bike rentals, say experts.

Why 2019 Feels Like 1929 — and What We Can Do to Change Course

Armed with a sense of realistic optimism, we can navigate – and help to reverse – some worrisome global trends, writes Wharton Dean Geoffrey Garrett in this opinion piece.

How Organizational Culture Shapes Digital Transformation

Navigating the balance between culture and technology is one of the toughest challenges of digital transformation, according to Nik Puri, senior vice president of global IT at FedEx, and Dan[…]

Why the China-U.S. Trade Conflict Won’t Become a Currency War

Don't expect the latest round of trade battles between the U.S. and China to lead to a full-on currency war, writes Wharton Dean Geoffrey Garrett in this opinion piece.

How Blockchain Will Redefine Supply Chain Management

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Blockchain can transform supply chain management by automating relationships and building trust, notes BCG’s Stefan Gstettner. But it’s not always the best technology for boosting supply chain efficiency.

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