HBS Working Knowledge
Overwhelmed resettlement agencies are struggling to place millions of refugees in a timely manner. A study by Elisabeth Paulson shows how AI can efficiently match refugees with host countries based on employment potential, which could streamline the resettlement process and help host countries expand their labor markets.
As America gets ready to vote, projecting the outcome is a closely watched game. New research by Vincent Pons and Jesse Shapiro reveals the limits of demographic data in forecasting the winner. What does it mean for the US presidential election?
With summer over and the year's end approaching, it's easy to let thoughts of unfinished projects and unmet goals spiral. Joseph Fuller, Christina Wallace, and Kathleen McGinn recommend these research-based approaches to help people balance their personal and professional demands.
As the US heads toward a presidential election, political polarization is influencing personal relationships, living choices, and even corporate decision-making. Research by Elisabeth Kempf reveals how partisan divides are shaping businesses, with significant implications for investment returns, credit ratings, and economic growth.
Rising prices prompted many consumers to shift to lower-cost goods from premium brands. However, an analysis of millions of products by Alberto Cavallo shows how inflation hit budget products harder in many countries, a phenomenon called “cheapflation.”
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