Europe

Why Monarchies Rule When It Comes to Standard of Living

New research by Wharton’s Mauro Guillen explores how the long-term effects of monarchies are good for economies.

Will Renewed Sanctions Against Iran Backfire on the U.S.?

Resistance from Europe, China and affected businesses could undercut U.S. actions against Iran.

T-Mobile and Sprint: Will the Deal Go Through?

T-Mobile and Sprint have been trying to tie the knot for years – and the third time may not be the charm, despite a friendlier regulatory environment.

Did We Learn the Right Lessons from the Great Recession?

  • Apr 09, 2018
  • mic openbook

Ten years after the Great Recession began, questions remain about root causes for some analysts. The IMF's Tamim Bayoumi looks at some unexplored areas in a recent book.

Why Luxury Brands Are Racing to Embrace E-commerce

As millennials and Generation Z become a larger part of their customer base, luxury fashion brands are actively building a stronger online presence.

How Europe’s Banking Revolution Will Boost Fintech

In a move that will give fintech companies the wind at their back, Europe is requiring banks to release account records to third-parties when customers request it.

In the Global Media Chess Game, Comcast Aims for the Sky

Comcast's surprise bid to acquire U.K.-based satellite TV operator Sky complicates a planned merger between Disney and Fox and has opened the door to a bidding war.

Seeing Red: Can a Brand Trademark a Signature Color?

Luxury fashion designer Christian Louboutin is fighting to trademark his signature red shoe soles in the European courts. Will he succeed?

What’s Behind One of the Biggest Financial Scams in History

  • Feb 19, 2018
  • mic openbook

The LIBOR scandal is one of the biggest financial scrams in history. In his new book, journalist David Enrich unravels what went down.

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