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Why Social Enterprises Must Use Data to Drive Outcomes

Funders of educational and social initiatives want to see measurable results, says Cicero Group’s Trent Kaufman.

U.S.-China Trade Deal: Looking Beyond the Truce

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The U.S.- China trade agreement signed on January 15 is a truce but it’s a step in the right direction, says Wharton’s Mauro Guillen.

Can Universal Basic Income Work?

Are guaranteed payments to every citizen a solution to the widening wealth gap or a detriment to the long-term health of the economy? A pilot program in Stockton, California, is[…]

Equal Work, Unequal Growth? Promotions and Recognition for Women in IT

What affects the career prospects of women who choose to work in information technology? Nishtha Langer offers her insights in this opinion piece.

What’s Ahead for the U.S. Housing Market in 2020?

Low interest rates and rising demand from millennials should bolster the market in the year ahead, even while housing supply continues to run short, say experts.

Four Ways Leaders Can Gain Value from AI and Advanced Analytics

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Many executives feel unsure about the value that can be extracted from adopting artificial intelligence, machine learning and advanced analytics. In this opinion piece, Ravi Bapna offers four self-reflections for[…]

E-commerce and Consumers: Can Retailers Meet Rising Demands?

When consumers order online, they want what they want -- and fast. Industry leaders discussed the latest strategies for e-commerce at the Baker Retailing Center CEO Summit in New York[…]

How Superstition Triggers Stock Price Volatility

Superstition-driven investment behavior is often responsible for the high volatility in stock prices, according to new Wharton research.

The Downside of QE: What Central Banks Should Do Differently

What You Don’t Know about the Federal Reserve

The Fed and other central bankers need to revisit quantitative easing strategies to achieve a broad-based impact and incentivize business investments, according to new Wharton research.

Hard Negotiations: Why a Softer Approach Yields Better Outcomes

Using strong-arm negotiation tactics may get you a good deal, but doing so could also harm your long-term working relationship with the other party, leaving you worse off, according to[…]

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