“Geoeconomics” Explains How Countries Flex Their Financial Muscles
Competition between the U.S. and China brings new relevance to the study of international economic power.
What People Really Think About Search Engine Ads. (You Might Be Surprised.)
Are search ads convenient or annoying? New data bolsters one side of this long-running debate.
To Discover Breakthrough Ideas, Look to the Outsiders
An AI-boosted search for prescient ideas finds they’re more likely to come from the periphery than the core.
Car Loans Are a Hidden Driver of the Ride-Sharing Economy
Uber’s and Lyft’s business models depend on low-income drivers. What happens when they can’t afford wheels?
Tax Cuts in the UK Gave an Unexpected Boost to African Economies
Domestic tax policies can have unintended effects around the world.
How to Get Beyond Talk of “Culture Change” and Make It Happen
Experts outline their roadmap for intentionally changing the culture of businesses, social networks, and beyond.
Predictability Is a Big Innovation When It Comes to VC Term Sheets
A look at thousands of venture capital contracts finds that widespread standardization has made startup financing more efficient.
Conflict Among Hospital Staff Could Compromise Care
Disrespectful group dynamics on medical teams may contribute to errors and patient deaths.
The Hidden Costs of Clicking the “Buy Now, Pay Later” Button
The market for instant online credit has exploded. But it comes with big downsides for some borrowers.
Public Pensions Are Mixing Risky Investments with Unrealistic Predictions
An analysis of U.S. pension plans questions their managers’ financial optimism.