World Economy Archives

Examining trends and factors of urban shrinkage in medium-sized cities

Cities do not always grow in a straight line. Like living organisms, they experience growth, maturity, and sometimes decline. This decline, known as urban shrinkage, is a natural phase in the urban life cycle. It […]

Q&A: Why prosperity in the U.S. and India now rise—or fall—together

As global economic relationships evolve, Achyuta Adhvaryu, professor of economics at the University of California San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy and director of the 21st Century India Center, says one partnership stands […]

New study reveals the complex and evolving landscape of apprenticeship in Colonial India

A new study led by a University of Nottingham historian offers a comprehensive examination of apprenticeship in artisanal production during the second half of British colonial rule in India, revealing that no single, uniform system […]

Taxing homes in an economic boom and subsidizing them in a crash could prevent the next housing crisis

Financial crises may be made worse by current mortgage and housing tax systems according to new research from the University of Surrey. The study argues that the country should consider taxing housing purchases during strong […]

Research finds Indigenous peoples face unique challenges at work—but also reveals what can help

For some Indigenous peoples around the world, a day at work can mean experiencing repression, racism and regular reminders that we’re minorities in our own lands. Yet for others, work can be experienced as the […]

Hustle, muscle and grift: How the manosphere has grown into a money-making machine

The manosphere is big business today. Once a niche network lurking on the margins of the internet, this diverse community of male supremacist cultures has grown into a transnational profit-making enterprise.This article is brought to […]

Media hype shapes rise and fall of the ‘girlboss’ entrepreneur narrative

The girlboss is a cultural phenomenon created—and then deconstructed—by media hype. A study titled “The Rise and Fall of the Girlboss: Gender, Social Expectations and Entrepreneurial Hype” reconstructs the rise and fall of women entrepreneurs […]

The people building sustainability—without a clearly defined role

As sustainability demands grow, sustainability professionals—along with many other groups—are increasingly expected to help drive the transition within the construction sector. Yet their roles are often both unclear and constantly shifting, making it difficult to […]

Study: Virtual reality tours make real difference in home sales

Not only can virtual reality (VR) allow buyers to tour homes without physically stepping inside, but it also can help the homes sell faster, according to new research by a University of Texas at Dallas […]

Q&A: Why self-appraisals may not be best way to judge job performance

Companies often rely on annual employee reviews to determine who gets promoted, who gets a raise, and who are the best candidates for layoffs. But research has shown the process can be influenced by factors […]