Insights

High food prices are part of a ‘one-two punch’ for struggling Americans
Income loss from COVID19 is driving many new households to experience food insecurity, Professor Chris Barrett tells Yahoo Finance.
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Harold ‘Hal’ Bierman Jr., professor emeritus, dies at 96
Remembering Harold “Hal” Bierman Jr., the Nicholas H. Noyes Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Management and Finance, who died Feb. 12 in Ocean Isle Beach, NC, at 96.

The new dining reality: Shorter menus, quicker meals — and ugly-delicious dishes
The pandemic is “an opportunity for restaurants to improve labor relations — pay more to staff — and try to renegotiate the fundamental elements of their business,” says Professor Alex Susskind.

Fintech Trends: The Year Ahead
Scholars at the SC Johnson College of Business were joined by industry experts in a discussion that highlights current and upcoming fintech trends.

The Future Of Business 101: B Academics Network Connects Students With Real-World Lessons On Stakeholder Capitalism
Professor Christopher Marquis interviews Jessica Yinka Thomas, the co-founder, president, and board chair of B Academics, for his Forbes Q&A article on B Academics and stakeholder capitalism.

Will the U.S. Dollar Lose Its Place as the World’s No. 1 Reserve Currency?
The US dollar’s place in the world economy is secure, Professor Andrew Karolyi tells Newsweek. “There remains robust demand for U.S. Treasury securities at every auction,” he says.

Research Recap: Customer engagement is the key to long-term loyalty and impact
Professor Anderson’s series of studies examine the long-term impacts of guest engagement upon guest satisfaction, loyalty, and booking channel selection.

Empty hotel rooms have become private dining rooms and office spaces
Steven Carvell, professor of finance and director of the Center for Real Estate and Finance, discusses how hotels have become flexible amid the pandemic.

Moving the needle: the increasing role of sustainability in business
GreenBiz Group’s Joel Makower spoke to students about the steps firms are taking to integrate sustainability into core business.