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Should PG&E Unplug in a Crisis?

California utility giant PG&E is putting to work a new strategy to keep its power lines from sparking the kinds of wildfires that have killed dozens across the state and leveled home after home. When fire risks are high, PG&E officials will simply pull the plug, cutting the power altogether until the danger subsides. But should they?

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E-Scooters Are Everywhere. They're Also a Bubble.

Electric scooters are everywhere you look. But be careful, potential investors. They're also a bubble. Here's why.

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Why Freebies Sometimes Backfire

Consumers love getting something for nothing. The marketing strategy works great to grow revenue when done right but sometimes backfires.

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Will You Friend Facebook's Cryptocurrency?

Who will “friend” the new Facebook cryptocurrency? Maryland Smith experts weigh in, after the social media giant’s announcement that it would launch a new blockchain-based payment service, called Libra.

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Smith Helps Leader Find Her Voice

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Finance Skills Lead to Adidas Internship

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PwC Consultant Seizes Opportunities

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What the Trade War Means for Tech

As the U.S.-China trade war enters its second year, companies that depend on Chinese manufacturing are looking elsewhere for production needs. It's 'a wake-up call for companies,' our expert says. Here is what they should do next.

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2019’s (Midyear) Stocks To Watch

David Kass’s six stocks to watch in 2019 have been on a hot streak. Now, he recommends keeping your eye on four others, as well.

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The Cost Of Keeping Up With Consumers

Consumers don’t like when products they want are unavailable, and neither do retailers. Independent sellers need to fulfill orders on time and manage inventory effectively.

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Could Renting a Sofa Save the Planet?

There's a growing number of retailers jumping into the rental biz, as part of a sustainability push aimed at keeping furniture and clothing out of landfills. Here's what's behind the trend and what they should do instead.

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VW Says Hello to the Light

You’d think by now, four years after its diesel emissions scandal broke, Volkswagen would be keen to change the subject. That’s what makes its latest ad campaign so surprising – and so compelling.

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