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The Digital Leader: Self-transformation for Long-term Success

The key to successful digital transformation of companies in the long run is the self-transformation of the business leader.

November 30, 2016   |   Knowledge@Wharton

How Clean Power Plan Rules Could Ultimately Cut Electricity Costs

Implementing the EPA’s Clean Power Plan initially means higher costs, but ultimately it lowers wholesale electricity prices, according to new Wharton research.

November 29, 2016   |   Knowledge@Wharton

What’s Behind the Latest Merger Mania?

Slower earnings growth, shifts in technology, interest rates that could soon rise and record stock prices have combined to create a perfect storm for mergers and acquisitions.

November 29, 2016   |   Knowledge@Wharton

Why Trump’s Election Was a Financial Boon for Some Nonprofits

Anxious Americans are voting with their checkbooks as they fear the incoming Trump administration will trample on their favorite causes.

November 28, 2016   |   Knowledge@Wharton

Why Women and Some Minorities Are Under-represented in Small Business

Why do some groups struggle more at becoming small business owners? In most cases, it’s a lack mentoring, not money.

November 28, 2016   |   Knowledge@Wharton

Is It Time To Rethink the Traditional Fixed-Rate Mortgage?

Recent Wharton research looks at how lower interest rates impacted homeowners – with some surprising results.

November 25, 2016   |   Knowledge@Wharton

Has Black Friday Lost its Magic?

The holiday season has become synonymous with major sales — but retailers could be taking a savvier approach.

November 25, 2016   |   Knowledge@Wharton

How Inheritance Rights Changed the Lives of Kenyan Women

A law that granted inheritance rights to Kenyan women resulted in greater empowerment and gains in their levels of education and health.

November 23, 2016   |   Knowledge@Wharton

Why Retailers Could Pay a Price for Not Accepting Mobile Payments

Mobile payment systems like Apple Pay are gradually gaining traction with consumers. But is widespread adoption by retailers likely – or even necessary?

November 22, 2016   |   Knowledge@Wharton

What if Computers Become Smarter Than Humans?

A superhumanly smart AI is not going to take over the world. But we might get in its way, says popular tech blogger Tim Urban.

November 22, 2016   |   Knowledge@Wharton

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