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Why Certain Major Asset Classes Still Trade Over-the-counter

Trading practices in OTC markets seem downright old-fashioned compared to centralized markets such as the NYSE. But several major asset classes, such as bonds, prefer over-the-counter. Research from Wharton and the University of Rochester looks into why.

Will a New California Law Level the Playing Field for College Athletes?

paying college athletes

A new California law that allows for monetary compensation for student-athletes could spur a wave of changes to the status quo, though experts expect the NCAA to be slow to[…]

Overlooking Communication: Why Strategists Are Missing a Trick

Communication is often treated as the last mile between the strategy team and the outside world. That is a mistake, write Mark Leiter and Jeff Pundyk in this opinion piece.

How Closing the Digital Literacy Gap Helps Workers — and Employers

There is a digital skills gap in many companies, and closing it could bring new opportunities and rewards, notes this opinion piece.

Pull up a Chair: How Ethan Allen’s CEO Helped Build a Furniture Empire

Farooq Kathwari shares his remarkable life’s journey, which has taken him from the politically divided region of Kashmir to Wall Street to the C-suite at Ethan Allen.

Rough Ride: Looking Inside the Tumultuous Rise of Uber

In a new book, New York Times reporter Mike Isaac chronicles the meteoric rise of Uber and the ultimate downfall of its hard-charging founder, Travis Kalanick.

How High Performers Can Boost Overall Team Productivity

team productivity

New Wharton research finds that productivity increases when strong restaurant servers are paired with weaker ones, with implications for how firms should approach teamwork.

What Smart Manufacturers Know About Bundling Products and Services

Jeff Kavanaugh, head of the Infosys Knowledge Institute, explains why manufacturers are moving toward a more service-style strategy to build a longer relationship with consumers.

Mindfulness at Work: A Little Bit Goes a Long Way

Mindfulness practiced just a few minutes each day makes employees more helpful and productive, according to new Wharton research.

Why a 1968 Paper Still Influences Modern Asset Management

A landmark 1968 paper discovered the relationship between earnings data and stock prices, revolutionizing Wall Street forever. This year, the paper's authors received Wharton's annual Jacobs Levy Prize.

Why Kindness Is the Key to Improved Well-being

Can kindness, love and a strong sense of community actually make you healthier and happier? Research says yes, according to author Kelli Harding.

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