Smith Brain Trust

Maryland Smith’s Cristian Dezsö says his recent finding of strong performance by R&D-heavy companies managed by women confirms theories that “women have a management style that encourages people to speak up and exchange ideas” and factors in women outperforming men as fund managers.

This year, SPACs seem to be all the rage, as companies seek to go public while bypassing the initial public offering process. But, be wary.

Professor of the Practice Clifford Rossi describes, in a HousingWire op-ed, why the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau needs to rethink its definition of a qualified mortgage loan to be better aligned with industry underwriting.

'Don’t confuse luck for skill,' and other advice for 'Animal Crossing' fans who want to play the stock market.

Brick-and-mortar stores are being forced to innovate, renovate, and invent new ways to attract consumers and keep them entertained. Here's what the upheaval means for shoppers.

How will things change when the banking systems have central bank digital currencies in place? Our experts take a look.

Mortgage risk models are based on historical information and not equipped for today’s COVID-affected environment, meaning “a balance of art and science” is needed to manage these models.

Women and people of color are disproportionately stepping back from their careers, as they grapple with pandemic-era pressures. Their exits pose a huge setback for organizations. Here's what they should do about it.

Quibi seemed to have it made. Is it too late to right the ship on this short-form video startup?

Two years after the first debate, experts convene to spar again. The topic: Stock Market Bull vs. Bear.