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Corporate Social Activism | Peer-Reviewed Research
Companies often avoid using a “collective action frame” in their messaging until after a controversial issue is legally and politically settled.
27 Jun
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Forecasting | Peer-Reviewed ResearchNew research reveals how overreliance on past earnings skews corporate forecasts — and what can be done about it.13 Jun
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Institutional Crisis | Peer-Reviewed ResearchIn the wake of scandal, organizations face a critical question: who will stay committed and who will leave? The answer depends largely on what type of institutional events people attend — and how far the scandal spreads.30 May
Policy | Peer-Reviewed Research
A “permissive governance” policy is empowering financial advisers to fight the exploitation of older Americans.
16 May
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Entrepreneurship | Peer-Reviewed ResearchStartups that lose a founder are much less likely to pivot to new industries — a vulnerability that becomes even more dangerous during economic downturns.2 May
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Data Analysis | Peer-Reviewed ResearchGoogle search trends can forecast retail sales up to three quarters ahead — giving investors, analysts and policymakers an early glimpse into consumer demand.17 Apr
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Tech Stocks | Peer-Reviewed Research
Why did stock prices fluctuate so dramatically during the internet boom?
May 04
Advertising | Peer-Reviewed Research
Local advertisers affect local reporting, and in turn, investments.
April 26
Elections | Peer-Reviewed Research
Researchers designed a theoretical model that mimicked the candidate selection and election process.
April 26
Accounting | Peer-Reviewed Research
Splitting audits into two opinions could improve accounting.
April 25
Reputation Management | Peer-Reviewed Research
When a school’s reputation gets tarnished, alumni stay loyal.
April 09
Negotiations | Peer-Reviewed Research
Unpredictable negotiating behavior predictably leads to more concessions.
March 31
Acquisitions | Peer-Reviewed Research
Death of an independent director dampens acquisition fervor for CEOs left behind.
March 25
Corporate Governance | Peer-Reviewed Research
Firm liquidity is always good for corporate governance, right? Not so fast.
March 07
Customer Relations | Peer-Reviewed Research
Volatility in cash flow can create strong ripples in the capital market.
March 01
Workplace Communication | Mind Your Business
Business jargon: How to not communicate effectively.
February 27
