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The economic case for accepting refugees
What economists think about admitting highly skilled immigrants
On OTC markets, lowering the bar for regulation lowers market quality
Regulators face a crucial tradeoff between creating opportunities for small businesses to acquire capital and providing adequate protection to investors.
In a heated negotiation? Try eating like your opponent
When two strangers eat the same thing, their similar food choice can be a bond that increases trust and cooperation.
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Zip-Code Economics
By analyzing variations in local and regional economies, researchers are increasingly uncovering insights obscured by the big picture.
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Are markets efficient?
Eugene F. Fama and Richard H. Thaler discuss whether markets are prone to bubbles.
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Consumer protection takes more than transparency
The principles of transparency and disclosure are visible everywhere from fast-food menus to financial regulation. But if lawmakers don’t consider the behavior of both markets and consumers, better information may not translate to smarter shoppers.
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Networking differently could increase your salary
It’s fine to accumulate contacts, but notice how you network.
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Why it matters for LGBT entrepreneurs to come ‘out’
Openness is critical to building trust with funders
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What comes after the Brexit vote?
We asked Chicago Booth faculty for their takes on the implications of the Brexit referendum. Their answers reflect the myriad choices the British government has still to make, and the dramatic economic consequences that may result.