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A 16-year analysis reveals that periods of regulatory uncertainty increase electricity price volatility, regardless of renewable energy's intermittent nature. The study highlights the impact of policy changes and economic crises on market prices.
A study published in Science Advances finds that as ancient Pueblo villages grew in size, their residents' per capita production of food and goods increased. This suggests that busy streets may lead to better-off citizens. The research provides a lesson for modern cities on the benefits of social connection and urbanization.
A new study by Aston University reveals UK small and micro-exporters are switching €10 billion annually in exports from EU to Commonwealth and other developed economies. This defies conventional trade gravity models, suggesting the firms' 'jumping before they're pushed', driven by uncertainty over Brexit trade talks.
Bangladeshi farmers achieving higher yields and revenues through insect-resistant genetically engineered eggplant, providing a more sustainable crop option. The study found that Bt brinjal varieties earned growers 21.7% higher revenue, equivalent to around $664 per hectare.
A study by the University of the Basque Country found that labour reforms aimed at reducing unemployment had no effect on total employment. Instead, temporary employment increased significantly while permanent employment decreased.
Small and medium-sized businesses can increase their political and economic clout by forming strong shared identities and pooling resources to jointly develop market categories. Collective action among peer firms is key to achieving this, with trade associations playing a crucial role in facilitating coordination and regulation.
A new study finds that cultural orientation significantly affects how individuals perceive the relationship between power and status. In cultures with a vertical collectivist orientation, powerful leaders are often seen as having high status, while in horizontal collectivistic cultures, high-status individuals are viewed as powerful. T...
A European Union programme aimed at reducing carbon dioxide emissions has made significant progress despite low prices in carbon markets. The EU ETS saved around 1.2 billion tons of CO2 between 2008 and 2016, nearly half of what governments pledged to reduce in their Kyoto Protocol commitments.
A Rutgers University study found that Eastern oysters and three species of clams can thrive in the same area, benefiting shellfish aquaculture. The research suggests crop diversification gives farmers protection from individual crop failure, increasing profitability.
The Russian Journal of Economics special issue highlights the country's agricultural growth and its impact on global markets. Despite achieving national food security, experts warn that neglecting nutrition in policies may expose Russia to public health risks like malnourishment and obesity.
Researchers found that machine-harvested edamame is more profitable at lower densities, with optimal rates ranging from 35,200 to 48,600 plants per acre. The new guidelines are specific to the unique aspects of the crop and aim to maximize profitability for US growers and processors.
A new study by MIT economists reveals that the decline in labor's share of GDP is primarily driven by market concentration among large companies. The study found that top firms in various sectors have gained market share, while smaller firms with higher labor shares have lost out.
Terry Clower examines North Carolina community college labor market using data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and private sources. His analysis assesses market-competitive salaries and wages for teaching occupations, providing insights for local campuses.
A study by HSE University researchers found that men reap more benefits than women from additional job-related training, leading to a stronger sense of control over their lives. This disparity is attributed to societal perceptions of masculinity, with 'male' skills like leadership and physical endurance being valued more highly.
Research on over 20,000 online tasks found a significant and persistent gender pay gap despite the absence of overt discrimination. Women's hourly earnings were consistently lower than men's, with task completion speed accounting for some of the gap.
A study by MIT scholars finds economics citations in psychology journals have doubled since 2000, while public health papers cite economics work twice as often as 10 years ago. The proportion of empirical economics papers cited in top journals has risen by 20 percentage points since 1990.
A study found that threshold-based insect management strategies, including conventional and organic pesticides, resulted in greater economic returns for small-scale tomato producers. Organic thresholds did not affect yields but had higher costs due to increased pesticide applications.
A recent study found that personal values in post-Soviet countries are primarily determined by national pride, rather than education, age, religiosity, or social status. Despite high rates of divorce and abortion, respondents expressed conservative views on individual choice practices, highlighting a cultural shift towards patriotism.
Researchers found that fluctuations in the North Atlantic Oscillation have cost New England fishermen their jobs, with an average loss of 16% of fishing jobs in coastal counties. This effect is distinct from other factors affecting the industry.
A new report from IZA World of Labor finds that energy booms lead to lower unemployment and higher wages in the short term. However, the long-term picture is less clear, with some studies suggesting reduced educational attainment and neutral or negative economic prosperity.
The US economy is forecasted to grow at 2% in 2020, driven by consumer spending, while Indiana's economic output will be more anemic at 1.25%. The state's tight labor market and manufacturing sector are expected to impact growth.
Researchers analyzed tax treaties to determine how offshoring affects domestic employment, finding that U.S. multinationals increase employment in the US when hiring abroad, albeit with regional dislocation and reallocation of workers.
A new energy model created by Cornell University engineers helps remove carbon-generated power from the US electric grid. The model prioritizes a cleaner, more efficient system while maintaining reliability and low costs.
The employment-to-population ratio for working-age people with disabilities remained unchanged at 31.4 percent in September 2019, while the labor force participation rate decreased by 1.2 percentage points. Financial instability is a significant issue for people with disabilities, with many struggling to make ends meet.
The reports found that every county in Massachusetts saw some economic benefit from the construction, with benefits growing with proximity to Springfield. The study also revealed that two-thirds of construction workers and the construction budget went to Massachusetts-based firms.
New research reveals global liquidity shocks have a significant impact on house prices worldwide, with emerging markets being more vulnerable. Effective policy responses, such as housing-related macroprudential measures, can shield housing markets from global shocks.
A new study by MIT researchers suggests that solar panels with lifetimes as short as 10 years can make economic sense for grid-scale installations. The team analyzed three types of solar installations and found that the levelized cost of electricity, not just the panel's lifetime, determines economic viability.
A survey of over 4,200 Russian-speaking self-employed individuals found that freelancers often work long hours, including evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends. While some reported feeling satisfied with their work-life balance, others struggled to maintain it due to the demands of non-standard schedules. The study also found that c...
The conference examines the good life through interdisciplinary analyses of issues like infrastructure, politics, religion, and marriage. The project 'WelfareStruggles' investigates the welfare of migrant workers in China and Vietnam, grounding it in underlying ideas of the good life.
A new study reveals a significant scarcity of potential male spouses who resemble the husbands of comparable married women. Unmarried women face serious shortages of partners, particularly those from racial and ethnic minorities or with low to high socioeconomic status.
A new Australian study debunks theories of sexual economics by analyzing data from over 3,000 individuals. Researchers found that older women perceive themselves as having equal bargaining power to younger women, while men with higher education qualifications believe they have a market premium.
A new model developed by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute researchers accurately predicts shifts in polarization in 28 of 30 US Congresses. The model attributes increased polarization to voter polarization and the influence of campaign donors.
A new study from the University of Toronto suggests that Canada's restrictive foreign investment policies are stifling innovation and productivity, resulting in lost jobs and earnings worth $9.6 billion annually. Relaxing these restrictions could boost productivity by 0.79% and create up to 137,400 new jobs.
The American Marketing Association honored research on how mindfulness helps consumers make decisions more consistently with their values and preferences. The winning article, published in the Journal of Public Policy & Marketing, suggests that a mindfulness approach can be used to self-regulate choices.
Researchers have uncovered a high-quality jadeite tool with an intact rosewood handle at an ancient salt processing site in Belize. The discovery highlights the significance of salt and Maya salt workers in the Classic Maya marketplace economy over 1,000 years ago.
The employment-to-population ratio for people with disabilities increased slightly to 30.9%, but the labor force participation rate decreased, suggesting challenges in full employment. The Disability Equality Index helps companies improve disability inclusion and reap benefits such as higher revenue and profit margins.
A study reveals that one in thirteen financial advisers have a misconduct-related disclosure on their record, resulting in costly consequences for the industry. Repeat offenders make up approximately one-quarter of all misconduct cases, highlighting the need for increased market transparency and stricter penalties.
Researchers found that British citizens generally believed the government should play a role in providing a state pension, while Germans preferred to prevent old-age poverty through targeted support. The findings highlight differences in attitudes towards pensions between the two nations.
Fuchs-Schündeln's ERC project aims to analyze heterogeneous labor market outcomes, exploring effects of maternity leave policies and increasing female presence in occupations on relative wages. The €1.6m grant will fund four subprojects involving macro- and microeconomic methods.
Researchers from the Institute of Nuclear Physics analyze the S&P 500 index and predict a catastrophic financial meltdown in up to a dozen years. The Hurst exponent, which measures system susceptibility to change, has been steadily falling below 0.5 since 2008.
The employment-to-population ratio for working-age people with disabilities increased to 31.4 percent in October 2018, up 3 percent from the previous year. The labor force participation rate also rose to 34.2 percent, indicating a positive trend for Americans with disabilities.
Researchers at the University of Illinois have created a new method to predict US end-of-season corn yields, outperforming the USDA's current estimations. The new system uses a combination of seasonal climate prediction and satellite data for more accurate predictions.
A new study from the University of Cologne found that market share has limited influence on a company's financial performance. Instead, customer relationships and brand equity deliver six times the effect and three times the effect of market share gains alone.
A study by Ulrike Rohn and Mats Nylund reveals that TV audiences create value through sharing activities, including distribution, interaction, and audience circulation. Successful TV providers must provide a platform for audience input, stimulate engagement, and promote viral sharing.
A new study found that major innovations lead to bubbles in their industries, which are more likely to occur if they are radical and help bolster other industries. The study also found that stocks of innovating companies outperform the market during bubble periods, suggesting that innovations add value to both companies and the economy.
The US Census Bureau's economic census, conducted every five years, will now use the North American Product Classification System (NAPCS) to standardize vital economic statistics. This change aims to improve data precision and provide businesses with a sense of confidence in measurement accuracy.
A recent study maps the global trade routes for lobster, revealing that a growing number of nations are acting as middlemen, making it difficult to trace seafood origins and anticipate market demand changes. The Asian market, particularly China, appears to be significantly larger than previously thought, putting Maine's industry at risk.
Nuclear power's contribution to US energy is expected to decline over several decades due to a lack of advanced reactor designs and economically viable small modular reactors. Researchers warn that decarbonization efforts will be hindered without significant policy changes.
John Osburg's research reveals how economic reforms and anti-corruption campaigns foster corrupt business networks in post-Mao China. The study shows that elite networks use ritualized leisure activities to establish guanxi ties, which serve a purpose beyond mere entertainment or business transactions.
Dilip Soman, a leading behavioral economics expert, has been awarded the Canada Research Chair in Behavioral Science and Economics. He will use his research to inform social policy and improve consumer wellbeing through behavioral change.
Researchers analyzed the effects of socialist Salvador Allende's electoral victory and subsequent nationalizations, finding a significant decrease in firm values. A second 'institutional shock' occurred with the coup that replaced Allende with Augusto Pinochet's autocratic rule, leading to a surge in stock market values.
A study found that altruist motivations and environmental knowledge significantly influence pro-environmental behavior in university students. The research suggests that educational programs adapted to the motivations of each gender are crucial for increasing effectiveness.
Kimberly L. Jensen, a professor at the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture, has received the SAEA's Lifetime Achievement Award for her significant contributions to agricultural economics and Southern agriculture. She is recognized for her research interests in bioenergy economics, agribusiness, and environmental labeling.
Mathematicians at National Research University Higher School of Economics have found a link between earthquakes and currency jumps, using the Japanese ETAS approach. This method predicts financial risks with 40% accuracy, comparable to traditional econometric models.
David Hughes and his team received an Honorable Mention for their work on The Economics of Local Food Systems: A Toolkit to Guide Community Discussions, Assessments and Choices. The toolkit aims to provide standardized evaluations of food systems, leading to better-informed policy decisions.
A new tool has been developed to evaluate a worker's skillset and determine its impact on wages. Workers with diverse, combined skills tend to earn higher wages. The tool helps job searchers better position themselves in the market by providing a better way to characterize worker skill sets.
A recent study found that foreign direct investments reduce the negative impact of recessions on Russian companies. The research analyzed over 1,000 public companies and discovered that linkages with foreign partners alleviate the effects of economic downturns.
Researchers at the University of Luxembourg found that the financial press can have a significant impact on investor behavior and opinions. The experiment showed that positive news coverage led to a positive evaluation of stocks, while negative coverage had the opposite effect.
Researchers found that Twitter posts can predict football match outcomes by analyzing tone and sentiment, particularly after significant events like goals and red cards. Combining this information with betting market prices improves forecast accuracy, with a potential bettor earning an average return of 2.28%.
The participation of women in the labor force has nearly doubled since 1950, benefiting everyone, including men, with average wages increasing as a result. Women bring important skills and perspectives to businesses, making them more productive and competitive.