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Service quality in the financial advisory industry

Dec 16, 2024 | aeaweb.org | Tyler Smith

Research Highlights Podcast December 17, 2024 Mark Egan discusses the extent of misconduct among financial advisers and the reasons for its persistence in the industry. A growing number of US households hire advisers to assist with major financial decisions, such as planning life events or making portfolio choices for retirement. But some advisers exploit the inherent complexity of these decisions and the lack of sophistication of their clients to benefit themselves.
Overwatch 2’s $12.3 Million Donation: A Heroic Move

Dec 6, 2024 | earlygg.com | Tyler Smith

The Overwatch franchise has long been celebrated for its vibrant community and the heroic ethos that defines its gameplay. Recently, it has proven that its influence extends beyond the virtual battlegrounds. In a generous act of solidarity, Overwatch 2 has donated a staggering $12.3 million to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) through its annual Mercy for a Cause campaign.
Assessing the Effects of the 2017 Tax Cut and Jobs Act

Nov 20, 2024 | aeaweb.org | Tyler Smith

Research Highlights Podcast November 20, 2024 Eric Zwick discusses the impact of the TCJA on the tax code and the economy. In 2017, then-President Trump signed into law the Tax Cut and Jobs Act, which was arguably the largest corporate tax cut in US history. The TCJA significantly lowered the statutory rate that corporations pay in taxes and reshaped numerous tax rules. Proponents said it would boost US competitiveness on the international stage and juice business investment.
Agricultural productivity and chronic disease

Oct 24, 2024 | aeaweb.org | Tyler Smith

Research Highlights Podcast October 24, 2024 Sheetal Sekhri discusses the impact of the Green Revolution on long-term health outcomes in India. A half a century ago, new high-yield varieties of crops were introduced to India, and it transformed the country's farming. This so-called “Green Revolution” significantly boosted agricultural output, allaying concerns about famine and food security. But it may have had some unanticipated consequences for long-term health outcomes.
Social organization and redistribution

Sep 26, 2024 | aeaweb.org | Tyler Smith

Research Highlights Podcast September 26, 2024 Jacob Moscona discusses how social structure shapes spillover effects of economic development policies. Qualitative accounts of anthropologists indicate that social structure plays an important role in how resources are shared in society. But quantitative evidence measuring the impacts of social organization on financial ties and transfers has been lacking.
Broader economic impacts of the Paycheck Protection Program

Aug 28, 2024 | aeaweb.org | Tyler Smith

Research Highlights Podcast August 28, 2024 Brent Ambrose discusses the spillover effects of the PPP on the commercial real estate market. The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) was launched at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in the hopes that it would keep businesses from laying off workers during government shutdown measures taken to contain the spread of the disease.
The political power of historical narratives

Jul 31, 2024 | aeaweb.org | Tyler Smith

Research Highlights Podcast July 31, 2024 Christian Ochsner discusses a campaign by Austria’s far-right populists to link historic atrocities to Muslim minorities. In 2005, Austria’s most prominent far-right party proclaimed a “Third Turkish Siege of Vienna.” The campaign warned voters that, like their ancestors who were almost overrun by the Ottoman Empire four centuries ago, they were being culturally invaded by Muslims.
The pace of economics publishing

May 7, 2024 | aeaweb.org | Tyler Smith

May 7, 2024 Daniel Hamermesh discusses publishing in economics and how to speed it up. Timely publication of research in peer-reviewed journals is critical for economists seeking tenure and important for audiences looking for high-quality, trustworthy studies. But in recent decades, there has been an increasing concern that the pace of publishing in economics is too slow. In a paper in the Journal of Economic Literature, authors Aboozar Hadavand, Daniel S. Hamermesh, and Wesley W.
Using a venv with Neovim's Python LSP

Apr 5, 2024 | dev.to | Tyler Smith

I recently started coding with Neovim using kickstart.nvim as the template for my editor configuration. I downloaded the python-lsp-server package using Mason, but I was disappointed to discover that the IntelliSense on my third party dependencies didn't work. The LSP was resolving to my global Python installation, which did not have the packages from my virtual environment (venv) installed.
Enhancing Commercial Auto: The Essential Telematics Playbook

Feb 29, 2024 | sambasafety.com | Tyler Smith

Telematics, a fusion of telecommunications and informatics, empowers insurers with real-time insight into vehicle usage, driving behavior and other metrics that inform risk through connected devices. Below, we’ll explore the myriad benefits, challenges and the essential steps required for a commercial insurer to successfully implement telematics into their organization.