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There are viable nonviolent ways of resolving Venezuela’s grave economic and political issues experts say. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mortgage rates recently fell for the third consecutive week but the housing market is awash in uncertainty as unconventional mortgages rise and Washington debates the future of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New research from Wharton’s Emilie Feldman shows that when it comes to divestitures activists push for changes that most often create shareholder value. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bernie Sanders’ announcement that he is running for president in 2020 has turned the spotlight on his “Medicare for All” proposal. It could work in theory experts say -- but the devil is in the details. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Winning an Oscar is a great honor for a film actor or director. But can the financial benefits be measured? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Deal sizes and tenures in baseball signings are at the receiving end of a stronger focus on how the stats add up say experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A good model can yield good analysis from big data. But the best analysis takes multiple models says author Scott E. Page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new book explains why personal fulfillment rather than the relentless pursuit of success leads to happiness in the workplace. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amazon’s decision on Valentine’s Day to break up with New York -- chosen as one of two sites for its second headquarters -- is a story of missteps on both sides. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Green New Deal includes the right steps to combat climate change experts say but implementing it will require several tough tradeoffs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A record seven million Americans are at least 90 days late on their auto loan payments. What does that mean for the broader economy? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gucci’s release of a sweater resembling blackface is the latest controversy renewing calls for greater diversity in the fashion industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Experts explain how worldwide coffee production is threatened by climate change and what the industry is doing about it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new book explains how conscious and unconscious dynamics drive most of our thinking -- and how to gain better control of those processes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New Wharton research shows why it pays for retailers to staff stores with the right number of well-trained employees. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Journalist and author Dan Lyons explains how Silicon Valley’s work culture has seeped into other industries making employees more stressed than ever. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

U.S. Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez made news last year by suggesting that the top marginal tax rate be raised to 70%. But analysis by the Penn Wharton Budget Model and others is casting doubt on whether it would work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cloud platforms enable companies to offer enhanced digital experiences to users without needing to invest in on-premises technology according to experts from Wharton and SAP. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new service is partnering with major brands to offer popular consumer products in reusable packaging. Will it be a tipping point in convincing people to go green? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cleanliness safety and progressive business environments are a boon to nations’ brands while untrustworthy politics and poor quality products hold others back according to a new report. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The diamond industry is responding to consumer demand for ethically sourced stones that are conflict-free. Three experts explain how greater transparency is benefiting both buyers and sellers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Saikat Chaudhuri from Wharton’s Mack Institute discusses the promise and potential pitfalls of implementing the blockchain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new book by journalist Christine Lagorio-Chafkin traces the history of Reddit from its humble beginnings to one of the most powerful social media sites. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AI will help financial institutions expand banking penetration worldwide launch new products and engage with customers more deeply says Apoorv Saxena global head of AI at JPMorgan Chase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The principles of neuroscience can make leaders more mindful which results in better decision-making according to a new book. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.