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History offers warning on dollar and deficits

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It’s no secret that Uncle Sam has been living beyond his means. During the past 25 years, U.S. national debt as a percentage of gross domestic product has almost tripled to 98%, according to the […]

Economy

Talent spark: How inventors fire up startup ecosystems

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When inventors move to a U.S. county, the number of successful startups, especially those valued at $1 billion or more, goes up, as inventors become founders, employees and magnets for venture capital investment. But the […]

Economy

Why ‘inefficient’ AI spending may power future growth

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New research finds companies investing heavily in new technologies despite low returns are often the ones driving tomorrow’s economic progress.This post was originally published on this site

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How greenwashing creates ‘false stability’ for companies

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Companies engaging in ‘greenwashing’ to appear more favorable to investors, don’t achieve durable financial stability in the long term, according to a new Murdoch University study.This post was originally published on this site

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An innovative new tool draws on emojis to improve consumer sentiment analysis

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In today’s hyperconnected world, social media has become a critical channel for businesses to understand consumers. While social listening tools are widely used, they often fall short, providing only a superficial understanding of consumer sentiment. […]

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Time warp: How marketers express time can affect what consumers buy

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Which feels further back in time: the year 2016, or 10 years ago? And which feels closer: 2036, or 10 years from now?This post was originally published on this site

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How startups can communicate to win over silent audiences online

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A new study reveals how entrepreneurs can win support for their ideas from audiences who never speak up. The research shows that the way entrepreneurs engage with a few vocal participants in online discussions can […]

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Small businesses say they aren’t planning to hire many recent graduates for entry-level jobs—here’s why

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Small businesses are planning to hire fewer recent college graduates than they did in 2025, making it likely harder for this cohort to find entry-level jobs.This post was originally published on this site

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Meta-analysis challenges the link between economic inequality and mental health

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Does living in an unequal society make people unhappy? Not necessarily, reveals the largest study ever conducted on the subject. Nicolas Sommet, a social psychologist and research manager at the LIVES Centre at the University […]

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How family ownership shapes merger and acquisition decisions in emerging markets

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Mergers and acquisitions can transform a company’s future. For family businesses, those decisions hinge on more than financial calculations—they reflect how families balance control, identity, and risks.This post was originally published on this site

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    A recent study has shown that self-esteem plays an important part in determining whether someone wishes to pursue a leadership role. The findings have implications for both organizational success and career development, underscoring, as they [...]
  • Why mid-career is such a dangerous time for burnout and workplace stress

    Everyone recognizes the trope of the stressed-out senior manager who’s always close to breaking point. But, in fact, mid-career is one of the most vulnerable periods for burnout and stress in a worker’s life. At [...]
  • More banks mean higher costs for borrowers

    When banks crowd a lending market, you can forget the traditional relationship of supply and demand, in which increased supply normally leads to lower prices. So finds new research from Cesare Fracassi, associate professor of [...]

Highlights

  • Online banking may shift household money control, making women five times likelier to manage
  • CEOs who have lived through natural disasters tend to prioritize safer workplaces, study finds
  • Self-esteem may predict who pursues leadership roles
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  • Hotel guests embrace AI convenience—but still want a human touch, study finds
  • Bunnings’ backyard pods won’t fix the housing crisis, but they signal a shift
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