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Reaching for the top: How productivity gaps influence skill formation
In many industries today, a few "superstar" firms dominate while many others lag behind. This concentration contributes to wage inequality, reduced aggregate productivity, and diminished competition and innovation. In countries with many small and medium enterprises (SMEs), this dominance can limit...
Climate Adaptation, Location Choice, and Regulation
With the spotlight on the 2024 hurricane season, marked by Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Helene in the U.S., and Tropical Cyclone Kirk in the EU, it is essential to draw attention to the impact of extreme weather events on urban planning. These catastrophic events not only result in astronomical...
Pledge first, Think Later! How Giving Pledges Increase Donations to Cost-Effective Charities
In 2023, private donations in the US surpassed $500 billion for the first time, exceeding the total amount of official development assistance disbursed by all members of the OECD combined by more than double (Giving USA Foundation, 2021). These figures, alongside recent advances in development...
School of Business and Economics ranks first in National Student Survey for fourth year in a row
Each year, students in the Netherlands rate the quality of their Universities and study programmes in the National Student Survey (NSE). This year’s results on the survey’s core questions positioned Maastricht University School of Business and Economics (SBE) in first place again, making it the...
A Different Conversation: How a Female Investment Network is Shaping Entrepreneurship
Why do female entrepreneurs struggle to secure funding in today’s competitive ecosystem? Despite efforts to level the playing field, women continue to face significant barriers when pitching their ventures to investors. But with a growing focus on sustainability and social impact, can female-led...
