In a study published in Economic Inquiry that analyzed debt and income across U.S. counties at the onset of the Great Recession in 2008, investigators uncovered evidence that debt may affect the likelihood of suicide.
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"People hedge all the time," says Wharton marketing professor Jonah Berger. "Whether we are talking to a boss or a colleague, a salesperson talking to a client, a marketer trying to pitch something or even talking to family ...
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Jul 22, 2026
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When brands spend millions every year to transport Super Bowl audiences back in time during commercials, what happens if they choose the wrong era? Knowing who prefers which part of history is valuable marketing knowledge, ...
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In 2023, more than 50 million people across the United States turned to food pantries and other charitable organizations for meals. But many may be unable to access the food they need, particularly if they live in a more ...
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Jul 22, 2026
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"It's not personal, it's strictly business." This line, which echoes throughout Francis Ford Coppola's 1972 gangster film "The Godfather," epitomizes the classic view of management: Doing business is, above all, about making ...
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Jul 22, 2026
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Sustainable business practices are often seen as a luxury that only rich countries can afford. And these days, some of the biggest economies, including the U.S., are backtracking on those commitments.
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Jul 23, 2026
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Infants exposed to respiratory illnesses through older siblings typically fare worse in education, income and health in adulthood, according to new research from the University of Copenhagen.
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Jul 22, 2026
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It's no secret that management at major firms such as Starbucks and Tesla isn't exactly a fan of unionization. But for other companies, how does an anti-union stance affect worker output and performance? It might depend on ...
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Jul 23, 2026
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When violence takes place during street protests, how do corporate leaders respond? According to new research by Forrest Briscoe, professor of organizational behavior at the ILR School, the answer depends on other community ...
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Jul 24, 2026
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Many people drive more carefully for a while after receiving a traffic fine. But do large corporations, such as airlines, also change their behavior when they face financial penalties? We examine this question by studying ...
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