Research & Insights
A New Tack for Slack: Motivate Workers
Managers can boost everyone’s productivity by praising successful workers in company-wide messaging Based on the research of Wen Wen and…
How To Capitalize on Cap Rates
In real estate, understanding cap rates can lead to better investments and returns Based on the research of Sheridan Titman…
What’s the Frequency? Quarterly Reporting Aids Investors
When companies issue financial statements more often, investors do better at predicting future earnings Based on the research of Yong…
On Facebook Ads, Users May Dislike ‘Likes’
Lots of ‘likes’ can lead to fewer clicks — depending on who does the liking Based on the research of…
For Metro Governments, Bigger May Not be Economically Better
Metro areas with more local governments have higher property values and wages Based on the research of John Hatfield When…
Social Responsibility Audits Can Bias Financial Ones
When the same firm does both kinds of reviews, a company may push for less stringent financial reports Based on…
When AI Aids Decisions, When Should Humans Override?
Research from Assistant Professor of IROM Maria De-Arteaga says that asking AI to explain its reasons does not always help…
To Predict Tax Revenue, Look at Corporate Earnings
Research from Dean Lillian Mills and Associate Professor of Accounting Brady Williams discusses how states can make more accurate budget…
In China, Property Rights Take Wrong Turn
Protecting property rights fueled an economic boom; eroding them risks long-term damage Based on the research of Kishore Gawande China’s…
When to Let Amazon Sell for You
For small sellers, sometimes it pays to sell to Amazon — and sometimes not Based on the research of Stephen…