Do not expect much immediate impact on markets from the imminent Fed interest rate increase, the first in seven years. But the move may clear the air for a rising stock market and steady mortgage rates in 2016, say Wharton experts.
Do not expect much immediate impact on markets from the imminent Fed interest rate increase, the first in seven years. But the move may clear the air for a rising stock market and steady mortgage rates in 2016, say Wharton experts.
Gamification experts from Fidelity, Accenture and other companies discussed what works, what doesn’t, and what’s still uncertain about this new motivational technique.
The American Medical Association’s call for a ban on direct-to-consumer advertising of prescription drugs could have both positive and less desirable effects, say Wharton experts.
In today’s data-rich environment, everyone from retailers to content providers is constantly suggesting options they think consumers will like based on past behavior. Research by Wharton’s Kartik Hosanagar takes a closer look at the real impact of those recommendations.
Move aside, Mr. Potato Head. Today’s digital kid is more interested in virtual reality, robots and toys they can program. Here are some tech toy gift ideas for tots, tweens and teens.
In a wide-ranging new book, Simon Winchester examines the role of the Pacific Ocean in the modern world, where “East meets West.”
As President-elect Mauricio Macri prepares to take office, opinion is widely divided about Argentina’s prospects. Is the stage being set for Argentina to deliver on the promise of its vast natural resources? Or will it remain stymied by political divisiveness?
Martine Rothblatt, Co-CEO and chair of United Therapeutics, and founder of Sirius Satellite Radio, discusses the future of humanity in her new book, “Virtually Human.”
Silicon Valley dreads “patent trolls” — companies whose main business is to own patents and enforce their rights by charging fees or suing. But research shows they could also be a force for good
In the war of ideas, ISIS is winning. The terrorist group’s strong social media influence has gone largely unchecked. But that must change because what is shown online can have more impact than what happens on the ground, notes this opinion piece.
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