This Week in Business
This Week in Business features interviews with Wharton faculty about the latest news, fascinating trends, and issues impacting both consumers and the business world. Episodes are recorded at the Wharton School.
Our Latest Episodes
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Why Big Companies Are Rethinking How They Work With Startups
Professor Serguei Netessine explains how corporate venturing is evolving beyond traditional venture capital.
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Can Congress Fix America’s Housing Affordability Crisis?
Professor Ben Keys examines whether new federal housing legislation can meaningfully address America’s affordability crisis.
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Why America Leads the World in Innovation
Wharton professor of management discusses why America’s greatest innovation may be the institutions that transform breakthrough ideas into industries.
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Navigating Competition and Collaboration in the AI Race
Associate professor of management explains how healthy competition can evolve into destructive rivalry, why collaboration often coexists with competition, and what the AI industry can learn from these dynamics.
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Alan Greenspan’s Legacy and the Evolution of Monetary Policy
Jeremy Siegel examines Alan Greenspan’s legacy, the Federal Reserve’s evolving approach under new leadership, and the outlook for interest rates.
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Private Credit Risks and the Threat of Market Contagion
Wharton finance professor examines private credit market vulnerabilities, investor redemptions, liquidity risks, and the potential for broader financial instability.
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Peanut Butter Raises and the Pay Equity Debate
Wharton management professor discusses the growing use of “peanut butter” raises and the challenges organizations face when balancing fairness, employee motivation, and compensation budgets.
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SpaceX’s Historic IPO and the Future of Space
Wharton management professor examines SpaceX’s landmark IPO, its unprecedented valuation, and the broader implications for the future of the commercial space industry.
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Understanding Congress’ Impact on Financial Markets
Wharton finance professor discusses how changes in expected federal deficits influence bond yields, inflation expectations, and broader financial markets.
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The Science Behind Elite Athletic Performance
Wharton professor of marketing, psychology, and neuroscience discusses how neuroscience can identify the cognitive traits that drive success in sports, business, and other high-performance environments.
