Articles tagged with Corporations
A new study found that media coverage of corporate misconduct is not impartial, with popular companies and foreign brands receiving more attention. The study suggests that liberal media report more frequently on cases of corporate social irresponsibility than conservative media.
A new study by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute finds that telecommuters and non-telecommuters receive an equal number of promotions. However, telecommuters who signal a 'devotion' to their workplace through additional work hours outside normal working hours benefit in terms of both promotions and salary growth.
The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) has announced the 2020 International Student Conference winners, recognizing outstanding research in aerospace engineering. The top three winners are from Ohio State University, the University of Texas at San Antonio, and Georgia Institute of Technology.
A new study suggests that luxury brands can overcome the clash between self-enhancement values and social responsibility by showcasing philanthropic activities of celebrities like Matt Damon and Angelina Jolie. This approach helps consumers reconcile their desire for status with a sense of altruism, leading to more favorable responses ...
A new study by San Francisco State University Professor Nara Jeong found that liberal CEOs invest more in socially conscious activities when they feel those values are threatened. Conversely, support for socially responsible initiatives drops among CEOs who share the same political beliefs as the president.
Oil companies spend most on advertising during negative media coverage and Congressional action on climate change. The study found that investments in promotion directly correspond to Congressional action and media coverage.
A study led by Professor Maureen Dollard explores the link between toxic workplaces and mental health issues in Australia, finding a strong correlation between corporate cultures and antidepressant use. The research aims to determine if unhealthy work environments contribute to Australia's high levels of depression and anxiety.
A recent study by Singapore Management University found that conservative boards are more likely to dismiss CEOs who have engaged in financial misconduct. The researchers used a scoring system to assess the political ideology of board directors and found that liberal boards were less likely to take action against the CEO.
A new study by University of Birmingham researchers found that government integrity is directly related to corporate governance choices made by business leaders. The study suggests that a culture of honesty and strong leadership can help eliminate corrupt business practices.
A study by University of Notre Dame researchers found that conservative CEOs with natural risk aversion receive less performance-based pay than their liberal counterparts. In contrast, liberal CEOs with a willingness to take risks receive more performance-based pay. This challenges traditional corporate governance practices.
A new study by University of Illinois expert J. Ryan Lamare examines how firms use alternative dispute resolution practices to resolve workplace issues. The researchers found that firms with different strategic orientations, such as efficiency and satisfaction, are more likely to use mediation or arbitration.
Undisclosed non-financial measures linked to CEO cash bonuses are associated with worse company performance, new research reveals. However, transparent and measurable non-financial targets related to corporate social responsibility are positively linked to industry-adjusted return on assets.
A Princeton researcher found that pesticide companies lobby for stricter regulations on less profitable products, allowing them to clear the way for more expensive alternatives. This practice has significant economic and public health implications.
Young stroke survivors who can walk faster than 3 feet per second are more likely to return to work, with those walking almost 6 feet per second showing significant improvement. The study highlights the potential of walking speed as a reliable tool for clinicians to predict return to work and guide rehabilitation.
A study by the University of Connecticut and University of Saskatchewan found that married CEOs tend to prioritize employee well-being and diversity, while non-married CEOs do not. Married CEOs are more likely to support hiring and promoting women, minorities, and disabled employees.
Researchers identified six corporate actions that can promote environmental stewardship: aligning vision, mainstreaming sustainability, license to operate, financing transformations, radical transparency, and evidence-based knowledge for action. These changes can be implemented by large corporations to ensure long-term sustainability.
Researchers found that people value diversity when making decisions for others, but prioritize similarity when working with their own teams. This discrepancy has implications for organizational diversity and highlights the need to involve multiple perspectives in hiring and team decisions.
Researchers found that high-intensity stepping with variable tasks improved dynamic balance and balance confidence in stroke survivors. High-intensity training resulted in significant clinical gains for 57% to 80% of participants, compared to 9% to 31% following low-intensity exercises.
Japanese family firms have found ways to keep centuries-old mottos relevant for decades, using strategies like elaborating, recovering, and decoupling to balance continuity with change. These methods help maintain a sense of purpose and responsiveness to competitive conditions.
New research estimates that IRS budget cuts have led to a loss of $34.3 billion in corporate tax revenue due to reduced audit rates and resources. The study, conducted by Indiana University Kelley School of Business, suggests that the IRS could have increased collections by this amount if provided with additional resources.
A new study found that when public interest in CSR is high, investors place a premium on companies involved in CSR activities, perceiving greater value despite fundamentals. Companies respond by upping their CSR efforts to boost stock market performance, especially for firms with transient investors and higher share turnover.
A study from the University of Texas at Austin found a strong correlation between marital infidelity and professional misconduct. Researchers analyzed data from police officers, financial advisers, and CEOs to discover that individuals who cheated on their spouses were more likely to engage in corporate misconduct.
Research from the University of Notre Dame finds that private, independent firms have lower carbon emissions and incur fewer EPA penalties than public and private equity-owned firms. The study suggests that increased oversight within public firms may decrease pollution.
A new study suggests that NGOs can use targeted reports to encourage companies to adopt more responsible practices through vertical integration. This approach can help promote sustainable sourcing throughout industries, even in the face of high external pressure. By specifying both violating and non-violating firms in their reports, NG...
A new Illinois study finds that Western environmental systems and regulations in Africa are not working as intended, leading to conflict between small-scale miners and multinational corporations. The researchers argue that domestic-level 'translators' have become part of the global system of governance, leading to a lack of translation...
A new study by Oregon State University found that large-scale land transactions negatively affect local women more than men, leading to increased labor burdens and decreased access to food. The study, which analyzed four land grabs in western Ethiopia, found that women suffered adverse effects on their health and well-being.
A recent study has uncovered how a non-profit research organisation has been deployed by its corporate backers to push industry-favourable positions to policymakers and international bodies. The International Life Science Institute (ILSI) analysed over 17,000 pages of emails obtained through Freedom of Information requests.
A recent study found that veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and/or depression were more likely to participate in cardiac rehabilitation services following an episode of ischemic heart disease. This contrasts with previous research suggesting mental health conditions may hinder patient engagement in care.
Researchers found that people's attitudes towards avoiding negative outcomes versus achieving positive outcomes affect their performance in response to gamified feedback during simulation-based training exercises. The study suggests that personalized gamification can boost training, but only if individual differences are taken into acc...
According to a Concordia study, high-performing corporations are more likely to disclose hard information about their environmental practices, building trust with stakeholders. This transparency pays dividends in the long run, leading to increased public goodwill and market value.
A large-scale study found consensus among conservationists on core aims, but significant disagreement on mechanisms to achieve them. The study reveals deep divisions over assigning economic value to nature and the necessity of protected areas, as well as varying perspectives on non-native species and human population growth.
The Collaborative Laboratories for Environmental Analysis and Remediation at UTA is analyzing surface and groundwater quality in West Texas, supported by Apache Corporation's continued sponsorship. The research aims to comprehensively monitor water resources in the region, including San Solomon Springs.
Researchers at Hiroshima University have successfully developed a single-chip transceiver that can transmit or receive digital data at 80 gigabits per second (Gbit/s) using terahertz (THz) technology. The breakthrough could potentially enable ultra-high-speed wireless communications, supporting the development of artificial superintell...
A recent study by Bocconi University and University of Bath found that high pay dispersion in variable pay is associated with increased innovation, whereas low pay dispersion in fixed pay hinders it. The researchers measured the innovation output of US firms from 1992 to 2006 using patent data and citations received.
A new copper-based OLED screen technology has been developed by USC scientists, offering a cheaper alternative to current iridium-based screens. The copper complex outperforms prior attempts and demonstrates efficient light emission across various colors, including blue.
A new study reveals that people believe good spirits reside in mountains and evil spirits in caves, and that governments are rated as more moral than organizations after a transgression. Meanwhile, concerns about machines making life-or-death decisions may limit their role in the future.
The study found that major tobacco companies are paying significantly less in Corporation Tax than they should be, with Imperial Brands and BAT making losses in the UK. The authors call for improved reporting standards and a bank-focused corporation tax surcharge to cover tobacco companies.
A Dartmouth study highlights the need for transparency in self-driving car geospatial data, which can be used to inform decisions on traffic management, urban planning and public projects. Hacking, open source design and legislation are proposed avenues to address concerns over privacy and security.
Researchers found that CEOs who release more negative news before their executive stock option grant date see significant gains. The study suggests that CEOs underpaid compared to peers and with discretion are more likely to manipulate the system. To guard against further gaming, additional regulation and governance are recommended.
A study by North Carolina State University found that companies with large differences between their earnings and non-financial measures are less likely to forecast their annual earnings. This divergence can lead to inaccurate forecasts, as companies may overestimate their actual performance.
A meta-analysis of nearly 80,000 firms across 20 countries found that independent audit committees offer the strongest protection against corporate misconduct. The study also showed that national corruption can undermine the effectiveness of board independence variants in curbing misconduct.
A study by University of Technology Sydney researchers found that a company's corporate reputation commands a premium of around 9% for its products. Consumers are willing to pay more for products with important features and a good brand reputation, but less so for novel features regardless of reputation.
A new study published in Circulation found that running a full marathon significantly raises concentrations of biomarkers indicating heart strain in amateur runners. The study suggests that shorter endurance races may reduce the strain on the heart muscle during competition.
A recent study by the University of Alabama found that female CEOs are about 45% more likely than male CEOs to be dismissed from their firms. Performance improvements do not protect female CEOs from dismissal, unlike male CEOs.
Research led by INSEAD marketing professors found that people prefer small incremental goals over maintenance goals, even when there is no gap between the starting point and desired state. The brain's negativity bias plays a significant role in this preference, making modest attainment goals more appealing.
A new study by the University of Connecticut found that almost all alcohol industry social responsibility schemes lack scientific support, while benefiting the company's brand exposure. The findings suggest minimal public health benefits and potential harm from some campaigns.
Conspiracy theorists on Reddit discuss recurring elements such as Big Pharma, US elections, and government corruption. The study found that narrative-motifs expose commonalities between multiple conspiracy theories, even when referring to different events or circumstances.
A new study by Bocconi University finds that institutional investors have a positive and causal effect on firms' environmental and social (E&S) performance. These mainstream investors promote E&S issues through engagement with existing firms, rather than buying and selling shares of good or bad companies.
Research reveals that high stakes decision-making can transform employee behavior, leading to more cheating and less charity. Employees who exhibit virtuousness may become more self-serving over time.
A study by University of California, Berkeley found that wider CEO-to-worker pay gaps lead to negative perceptions among employees and consumers. The study suggests a visceral disapproval of businesses whose profits fail to trickle down the corporate ladder.
A recent study maps global forest loss and finds that commodity-driven deforestation accounts for approximately 27% of total losses. The rate of commodity-driven deforestation remained steady over a 15-year period, contradicting efforts to reduce forest loss.
Research from North Carolina State University found that new brands' CSR efforts can backfire if consumers know the company donates to good causes. However, listing dual priorities for CSR and product effectiveness can help mitigate this issue. Established brands tend to benefit more from CSR efforts.
New research from Florida State University reveals troubling disadvantages against women in business, including bias and unequal treatment in the stock market. Women CEOs are paid less, have shorter tenures, and their companies experience worse stock performance despite being equally profitable as those run by men.
A study by the University of Adelaide found that companies with a balanced mix of men and women on their boards experience significantly fewer environmental lawsuits. This suggests that female directors contribute to reducing corporate environmental litigation, with a saving of up to $3.1 million per lawsuit.
A collaboration between University of Pittsburgh and Lubrizol Corporation has revealed the molecular reaction mechanism of PIB polymer. The team found that a 'superacid' catalyst is required for initiation, which could lead to designing different catalysts and controlling the reaction.
The 'customer-based corporate valuation' (CBCV) model, developed by Daniel McCarthy and Pete Fader, analyzes the stability of sales to assess a company's long-run success. This approach has been shown to accurately predict company value using publicly available data, with implications for investors and private equity firms.
A trio of leading academics warn that the Brussels Declaration, a key public health declaration, was developed with extensive involvement of tobacco and alcohol industry actors. This raises concerns about the potential for industry influence on policy-making and the advancement of corporate interests.
A single transnational corporation has registered 47% of marine genetic sequences, while entities in only 10 countries account for 98% of patents. The study highlights the need for a legal framework to regulate access and use of marine genetic resources beyond national jurisdiction.
A new study by Nicolai Foss and colleagues argues that taxing Multinational Enterprises (MNEs)' profits is inefficient and detrimental to global welfare. The authors propose replacing corporate tax with a hike in taxes on dividends and sales, claiming this would be more effective and harmonize easier.
A recent commentary examines the ethical fit of mindfulness practices in corporate America, highlighting potential conflicts between prioritizing shareholder return and mindfulness' philosophical commitment to non-harm and wholesome living. The authors argue that infiltrating corporate culture with mindfulness can raise the ethical bar...