World Economy

Amid growing political concerns that supermarkets are quietly gouging shoppers through dynamic “surge pricing,” a new study from the University of California Rady School of Management offers a surprising conclusion: it’s not happening.This article is […]

A new study published in Open Psychology finds that changing how health care professions are labeled—whether through gender-fair pair forms (e.g., “female and male nurses”), the traditional masculine generic, or omitting the title entirely—does not […]

There are lots of reasons why people work extra hours. In some jobs, it’s the only way to cover the workload. In others, the pay is poor, so people need to work extra time. And […]

Researchers who explored how consumers’ ethical values can shape their shopping habits suggest that business owners from marginalized racial groups can appeal to socially conscious consumers by highlighting their identity, helping promote racial equity through […]

Working long hours week after week, with no end in sight, takes a toll on employees. Long work hours have been shown to significantly decrease mental and physical health and lead to less productivity at […]

Productivity is top of mind for Australia’s Albanese government. Treasurer Jim Chalmers is convening a productivity roundtable, bringing together union and business groups, and seeking public submissions “to unlock new ideas and build consensus around […]

Engaging the local residents is key to the success of local festivals.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

A study conducted by researchers from the University of São Paulo (USP) in Brazil has revealed the structure of the so-called “blue economy” in the country—the set of economic activities that depend directly on marine […]

A new report published today by ECR Retail Loss reveals that the “hidden costs” to retailers associated with managing unsold and surplus food amounts to €90bn a year.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

A new study finds a surprising disparity in the gender dynamics of parenthood, with British mothers facing a significantly larger earnings penalty when their first child is a daughter rather than a son.This article is […]