Director Alpha
What’s the impact of a corporate director? About 1% of firm value
Research
Economic Profiling?
Foreign firms are held to greater investor scrutiny for accounting irregularities
Pans Prompt Pity
Negative company reviews, when deemed unfair, can spark consumer empathy
Down on Disparity
Markets frown on large pay gap between CEO and median worker
Inquiry & Indulgence
Unsatisfied curiosity can lead to excess and extravagance
When Feedback Backfires
Instant evaluations, in some cases, can worsen performance
Marketplace lending
In peer-to-peer marketplace lending, knowledge may not be king
Sharing and Caring
Mindfulness meditation—even in small doses—increases generosity and compassion
Why We Upgrade
Decision to upgrade products is tied to self-improvement, self-esteem