Smith Brain Trust
The CFPB's Missed Opportunity
October 22, 2020
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.
All of a Sudden, SPACs Are Everywhere
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.
What Gamers Should Know about Playing With Stocks
October 21, 2020
'Don’t confuse luck for skill,' and other advice for 'Animal Crossing' fans who want to play the stock market.
Alumni
A Global Journey That Opens Doors
October 15, 2020
Sometimes, it’s a journey halfway around the world that opens doors all the way back home.
Smith Research
When Managers Can Be Wrong But Still Right
Management forecasts – in particular, the parts that are wrong – may contain predictive information about future earnings even after earnings announcements.
The Central Bank Digital Currency Pivot
October 14, 2020
How will things change when the banking systems have central bank digital currencies in place? Our experts take a look.
Five Pandemic Lessons for Shoppers
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.
Reversing the Groupon Effect
October 13, 2020
New research points to when Groupon deals don't signal weakness and when they benefit businesses. in business strategy.
Why There’s More to Online Reviews Than Meets the Eye
New research says there is much more to learn from reviews than just the star rating.
The Models Are Out of Whack
October 08, 2020
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.
The Pandemic Is Pushing Women, People of Color Out of Their Careers
October 01, 2020
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.
What Went Wrong for Quibi?
September 30, 2020
Quibi seemed to have it made. Is it too late to right the ship on this short-form video startup?
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