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Mar 19, 2019
AT&T wants to prevail in the media wars by combining its distribution reach with Time Warner's content. Will it work?
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Mar 19, 2019
Last week's fatal crash of a Boeing 737 Max aircraft -- the second in five months -- is impacting the company on multiple fronts. How quickly can it recover?
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Mar 15, 2019
The "Varsity Blues" scandal uncovered by the U.S. Department of Justice has shined harsh light on the entitlement and systemic racism that pervades the college admissions process.
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Mar 15, 2019
The "Varsity Blues" scandal uncovered by the U.S. Department of Justice has shined harsh light on the entitlement and systemic racism that pervades the college admissions process.
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Mar 15, 2019
Wharton's Joao Gomes and George Washington University's Tara Sinclair discuss the nation's long-term debt burden and what might be done about it.
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Mar 14, 2019
Authors Joshua Goldstein and Staffan Qvist say switching to nuclear and renewable energy is the most feasible path forward for humans to slow down climate change.
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Mar 14, 2019
Toronto has quietly become the world's fastest-growing destination for technology jobs. But to truly become Silicon Valley North, policymakers and tech companies must address certain gaps, experts say.
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Mar 14, 2019
A full active work life will, of course, produce some failures. What counts are the lessons taken from them, writes former Tulane University president Scott Cowen.
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Mar 14, 2019
A full active work life will, of course, produce some failures. What counts are the lessons taken from them, writes former Tulane University president Scott Cowen.
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Mar 14, 2019
Evite CEO Victor Cho and Wharton marketing professor Raghuram Iyengar discuss how firms can optimize their use of data without getting lost in the weeds - or losing sight of the customer.
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Mar 13, 2019
Recent Wharton research examines how commercial cases coming before the U.S. Supreme Court are challenging, and potentially recalibrating, the boundaries of free speech.
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Mar 13, 2019
The twin trends of globalization and robotics could lead to an unprecedented disruption that would displace workers at the fastest pace in history, according to a new book.
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Mar 12, 2019
Fintech has the potential to completely reshape the finance industry. A new research initiative aims to clarify where the actual promise lies.
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Mar 12, 2019
Wharton's Mark Pauly and Genevieve Kanter, a professor at Penn's medical school, discuss potential changes to the rules on preventing physician kick-backs.
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Mar 12, 2019
Following a $12.6 billion loss for 2018, Kraft Heinz needs to recast its product portfolio in ways that reflect the general shift towards healthier foods, experts say.
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Mar 12, 2019
The challenges of going cashless in the U.S. -- as evidenced by Philadelphia's recent ban on such establishments -- points to a need to create more and better entry points to the digital economy for underserved populations.
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Mar 11, 2019
As China's residential real estate prices continue to rise, home ownership has become increasingly out of reach for many people. Yet rental housing is not a reliable option for most because of lack of development and other challenges. Meanwhile, many homes sit empty with owners reluctant to rent them out; the vacancy rate is at
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Mar 08, 2019
Executives from LinkedIn, PwC, Morgan Stanley, Comcast and others explain why data analytics is essential to their firms and how they're finding qualified people to do it.
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Mar 07, 2019
In his book, digital theorist Douglas Rushkoff explains how people can use technology to reconnect with each other, rather than allowing it to isolate them.
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Mar 07, 2019
Modular farming, which often involves growing crops indoors, is becoming more than just a goal for social impact organizations interested in sustainability. It's becoming a big business, increasingly backed by venture capitalists and private equity.
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Mar 07, 2019
In her new book, former Amazon executive Julie Benezet offers four key principles to help business leaders navigate uncertainty.
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Mar 07, 2019
Walmart's recent rethinking of its "people greeter" position had the effect of excluding elderly workers and those with disabilities. Now, the company is scrambling to do damage control.
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Mar 06, 2019
The Eurozone faces a host of potentially destabilizing developments this year. But the region also has harbors some strong assets, which it is attempting to build up further as a safeguard.
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Mar 05, 2019
Organizing expert Marie Kondo's approach to decluttering has become an international phenomenon - but can her rules of tidying work at your office?
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Mar 05, 2019
University of Pennsylvania's Brendan O'Leary and Michelle Egan of American University detail the endgame for Brexit, where it is hoped that a slew of last-minute negotiations can avoid a disorderly exit.
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Mar 05, 2019
New Wharton research finds that aggressive tax planning by accounting agencies can lead to a lack of transparency in firms' financial reporting.
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Mar 04, 2019
Government intervention could work where market mechanisms have failed to keep prescription drug prices affordable - but policymakers will have a tough time cutting through the finger pointing from all sides, experts say.
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Feb 28, 2019
Allianz's Mohamed El-Erian says the global economy is in a period of "unusual uncertainty" where the "unthinkable happens," making sound decision-making a big challenge.
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Feb 28, 2019
If China flagrantly violates IP rights, the U.S. is guilty of bypassing WTO channels. The two must agree on a framework and enforce laws, say experts.
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Feb 28, 2019
If China flagrantly violates IP rights, the U.S. is guilty of bypassing WTO channels. The two must agree on a framework and enforce laws, say experts.
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Feb 28, 2019
Distinguishing between the various types of data analysis can be a bit confusing to the uninitiated, but it makes all the difference for companies trying to harness the reams of data they collect.
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Feb 28, 2019
Wrong calls on market size and shifts in demand patterns, along with an inflexible design, limited the runway for the world's largest passenger airliner.
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Feb 27, 2019
Just like 120 years ago when the first cars transformed the U.S., driverless cars will force radical change, too. The results could be positive - or positively terrible -- depending on choices made today.
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Feb 27, 2019
Office meetings have a checkered reputation in terms of productivity. But the author of a new book argues that management science can make meetings a valuable asset.
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Feb 26, 2019
There are viable, nonviolent paths to resolving Venezuela's grave issues that could improve the lives of its citizens and heal the economy, experts say.
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Feb 26, 2019
Mortgage rates recently fell for the third consecutive week, but the housing market is awash in uncertainty as unconventional mortgages rise and Washington debates the future of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
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Feb 25, 2019
New research from Wharton's Emilie Feldman shows that when it comes to divestitures, activists push for changes that most often create shareholder value.
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Feb 22, 2019
Even though awareness has increased, many workplaces are still struggling to create effective policies to address rapidly changing societal norms on gender.
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Feb 22, 2019
Bernie Sanders' announcement that he is running for president in 2020 has turned the spotlight on his "Medicare for All" proposal. It could work in theory, experts say -- but the devil is in the details.
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Feb 21, 2019
As World Water Day approaches, some 2.1 billion people globally lack safe drinking water. The costs in childhood mortality and chronic illness are huge. Now, a nascent solution could make a big difference.
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Feb 21, 2019
Winning an Oscar is a great honor for a film, actor or director. But can the financial benefits be measured?
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Feb 21, 2019
Deal sizes and tenures in baseball signings are at the receiving end of a stronger focus on how the stats add up, say experts.
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Feb 21, 2019
Deal sizes and tenures in baseball signings are at the receiving end of a stronger focus on how the stats add up, say experts.
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Feb 20, 2019
A good model can yield good analysis from big data. But the best analysis takes multiple models, says author Scott E. Page.
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Feb 20, 2019
A new book explains why personal fulfillment leads to greater rewards in the workplace than the relentless pursuit of success.
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Feb 19, 2019
Amazon's decision on Valentine's Day to break up with New York -- chosen as one of two sites for its second headquarters -- is a story of missteps on both sides.
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Feb 19, 2019
The Green New Deal includes the right steps to combat climate change, experts say, but implementing it will entail numerous tough tradeoffs.
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Feb 19, 2019
The Green New Deal includes the right steps to combat climate change, experts say, but implementing it will require several tough tradeoffs.
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Feb 18, 2019
Are the struggles that millions of Americans are having in paying one bill a sign that trouble is brewing for the broader economy?
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Feb 18, 2019
A record seven million Americans are at least 90 days late on their auto loan payments. What does that mean for the broader economy?
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Feb 18, 2019
Are the struggles that millions of Americans are having in paying one bill a sign that trouble is brewing for the broader economy?
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Feb 18, 2019
As China's economy continues to slow, it is turning to infrastructure spending once again to boost growth. Port development is part of this effort since active ports are expected to result in a more vibrant economy. With an eye towards tapping China's growing cruise industry, the Shekou subsidiary of the China Merchants Group is harnessing
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Feb 18, 2019
Gucci's release of a sweater resembling blackface is the latest controversy renewing calls for greater diversity in the fashion industry.
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Feb 18, 2019
Gucci's release of a sweater resembling blackface is the latest controversy renewing calls for greater diversity in the fashion industry.
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Feb 14, 2019
How did China cut extreme poverty from 66% in 1990 to under 2% today? By using the right kind of innovation. And companies can replicate the approach, says author Clayton M. Christensen.
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Feb 14, 2019
Experts explain how worldwide coffee production is threatened by climate change and what the industry is doing about it.
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Feb 14, 2019
The world of short-term rentals -- such as Airbnb -- is barely the tip of the iceberg when it comes to how rapidly grand change is coming to the real estate and hotel businesses via the sharing economy.
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Feb 14, 2019
A new book explains how conscious and unconscious dynamics drive most of our thinking -- and how to gain better control of those processes.
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Feb 14, 2019
New Wharton research shows why it pays for retailers to staff stores with the right number of well-trained employees.
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Feb 14, 2019
New Wharton research shows why it pays for retailers to staff stores with the right number of well-trained employees.
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Feb 13, 2019
Journalist and author Dan Lyons explains how Silicon Valley's bogus work culture has seeped into other industries, making employees more stressed than ever.
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Feb 13, 2019
Journalist and author Dan Lyons explains how Silicon Valley's bogus work culture has seeped into other industries, making employees more stressed than ever.
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Feb 12, 2019
U.S. Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez made news last year by suggesting that the top marginal tax rate be raised to 70%. But analysis by the Penn Wharton Budget Model and others is casting doubt on whether it would work.
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Feb 12, 2019
Cloud platforms enable companies to offer enhanced digital experiences to users without needing to invest in on-premises technology, according to experts from Wharton and SAP.
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Feb 12, 2019
A new service is partnering with major brands to offer popular consumer products in reusable packaging. Will it be a tipping point in convincing people to go green?
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Feb 12, 2019
Cleanliness, safety and progressive business environments are a boon to nations' brands, while untrustworthy politics and poor quality products hold others back, according to a new report.
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Feb 12, 2019
Cleanliness, safety and progressive business environments are a boon to nations' brands, while untrustworthy politics and poor quality products hold others back, according to a new report.
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Feb 11, 2019
New Wharton research shows that although the SEC has made an effort to educate individual investors, key impediments are keeping them from using information that could help improve their returns.
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Feb 08, 2019
The diamond industry is responding to consumer demand for ethically sourced stones that are conflict-free. Three experts explain how greater transparency is benefiting both buyers and sellers.
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Feb 07, 2019
Saikat Chaudhuri from Wharton's Mack Institute discusses the promise and potential pitfalls of implementing the blockchain.
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Feb 07, 2019
A new book by journalist Christine Lagorio-Chafkin traces the history of Reddit from its humble beginnings to one of the most powerful social media sites.
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Feb 07, 2019
Despite obstacles, private equity in India is creating jobs and delivering real growth, according to investors at a recent Wharton India Economic Forum.
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Feb 07, 2019
Despite obstacles, private equity in India is creating jobs and delivering real growth, according to investors at a recent Wharton India Economic Forum.
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Feb 06, 2019
AI will help financial institutions expand banking penetration worldwide, launch new products and engage with customers more deeply, says Apoorv Saxena, global head of AI at JPMorgan Chase.
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Feb 06, 2019
The principles of neuroscience can make leaders more mindful, which leads to better decision-making, according to a new book.
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Feb 05, 2019
Last week, the Federal Reserve announced it would adopt a more patient stance on interest rates, after raising them at a regular clip since December 2015.
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Feb 05, 2019
Wharton marketing professors Americus Reed and Patti Williams analyze the 2019 Super Bowl commercials, saying most were lackluster and devoid of the kind of creative edginess seen in years past.
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Feb 05, 2019
Wharton marketing professors Americus Reed and Patti Williams analyze the 2019 Super Bowl commercials, saying most were lackluster and devoid of the kind of creative edginess seen in years past.
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Feb 05, 2019
The #MeToo movement reached full bloom last year, but will it wither and die in 2019? Experts predict the push for gender equality will continue.
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Feb 05, 2019
A new study coauthored by Wharton's Arthur van Benthem contends that the Trump Administration's proposal to roll back Obama-era fuel economy standards is based on unsound reasoning.
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Feb 03, 2019
Can "opportunity zones" lift struggling towns? Singer John Legend joined experts to discuss this tax incentive at a University of Pennsylvania Law School conference.
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Feb 03, 2019
Singer John Legend joined experts at a Penn Law School conference to discuss a tax incentive designed to stimulate investment in low-income communities.
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Jan 31, 2019
The practice of "ghosting" companies -- leaving a job or the application process unexpectedly while cutting off contact - is becoming increasingly common, and it raises questions about professional etiquette and power.
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Jan 31, 2019
Passionate pleas from unlikely voices were the hallmarks of the World Economic Forum's latest meeting.
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Jan 31, 2019
Four organizations presented a variety of data analytics challenges for Wharton/Penn students to solve at the recent WCAI Analytics Accelerator summit.
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Jan 31, 2019
State Bank of India chairman Rajnish Kumar is working to make his bank a technology innovator.
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Jan 30, 2019
Big corporations can innovate just as successfully as small startups if they strike the right balance of strategy, systems and culture, according to a new book by Harvard's Gary Pisano.
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Jan 29, 2019
Whether it's prompting someone to adopt a pet or to share content on social media, what do natural language processing and related tools tell us about persuasion?
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Jan 29, 2019
Automakers booked surprisingly robust new vehicle sales in 2018. But bumps in the road await them this year, experts say.
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Jan 28, 2019
New Wharton research says that a better way to crowdsource ideas is to avoid the most popular answer to a question and select the "surprisingly popular" one.
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Jan 25, 2019
Because there is so much complexity surrounding Brexit, analysis tends to fall short. In this opinion piece, Wharton dean Geoffrey Garrett offers a concise guide to the situation and predicts more uncertainty ahead.
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Jan 25, 2019
Rising home prices driven by low supply and higher costs are choking U.S. housing demand, but millennials and affordable markets could offer some respite, say experts.
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Jan 24, 2019
Despite the backlash to Gillette's controversial "toxic masculinity" ad, experts say the brand is tackling social issues in a smart way.
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Jan 24, 2019
Airbnb executive Chip Conley, whose boss is two decades younger, discusses the benefits of having an intergenerational workforce in his new book.
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Jan 24, 2019
Airbnb executive Chip Conley, whose boss is two decades younger, discusses the benefits of having an intergenerational workforce in his new book.
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Jan 23, 2019
Taxing companies that produce carbon emissions is a tough sell, but U.S. Sen. Chris Coons argues that doing so could help the environment as well as the economy.
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Jan 23, 2019
In his book, University of Minnesota professor Joel Waldfogel explains how digital technology is ushering in a new golden age of entertainment -- with better choices and at lower costs for consumers.
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Jan 23, 2019
In his book, University of Minnesota professor Joel Waldfogel explains how digital technology is ushering in a new golden age of entertainment -- with better choices and at lower costs for consumers.
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Jan 23, 2019
For Acorns' Jennifer Barrett, the micro-investing startup's mission is to solve the retirement crisis in America - one penny at a time.
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Jan 22, 2019
Following elections, several Latin American leaders are charged with finding ways to solve economic problems they have inherited or made worse through poor governance. How will they fare in 2019?
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