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Investors care about ethical factors — when they affect returns‌

December 6, 2024

New Yale research offers insight into how much environmental, social, and governance factors actually matter to investors.

Settling the debate on whether green investing pays ‌‌

December 2, 2024

Does climate-friendly investing earn a higher return? A new Yale study finds the answer is no — but that’s actually good news for the planet, researchers say.

Swings in building permits can help predict financial downturns‌

November 22, 2024

A new Yale co-led study of building permits over the last century found that peaks in their issue preceded periods of economic turmoil.

Startup Stories: Streamlining workflow for engineers

November 20, 2024

Yale School of Management alum Pradyut Paul ’21 M.B.A. founded Bild, a company that provides data management tools to hardware engineers.

Yale SOM students give thanks

November 18, 2024

As Thanksgiving approaches, Yale School of Management students talk about what is making them feel grateful this year.

How to rev up one of the greatest engines of sustainability

November 18, 2024

Authors of the book “The New Nature of Business” explain why we can no longer afford to measure business success solely in terms of financial return.

Making a difference: Connecting with kids through math and tennis

November 15, 2024

Tutoring New Haven students as part of an innovative program that develops both classroom skills and athletic skills.

Paving the way for Connecticut’s quantum future

November 12, 2024

A multidisciplinary team of Yale students emerged as winners at the Quantum UP! Challenge, a new effort to engage Connecticut students in the field.

Climate change is reshaping portfolio investment strategies

November 7, 2024

A Yale study finds that influence from beneficiaries and stakeholders are driving strategic shifts towards climate priorities, but operational hurdles remain.

When cash isn’t an option, consumers lose out

October 31, 2024

New research from Yale economist David Argente puts a figure on how much low-income consumers forfeit when governments ban cash payments.