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December 19, 2019
Why China's Li Ziqi Is Popular – And Controversial
She captured a People's Choice Award from People's Daily, the largest newspaper group in China, but not everyone was pleased.
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December 13, 2019
What To Binge Watch Over Winter Break
Ready to get cozy and catch up on some of the movies and TV shows you've missed? Maryland Smith faculty have some recommendations.
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December 12, 2019
The Super Bowl Is Officially Hot Again
Brands still on the fence about whether to buy Super Bowl air time may just have to hope for better luck next year. For the first time in five years, commercial spots have sold out, well ahead of the big game.
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December 12, 2019
Why Aramco’s Giant IPO Isn’t What It Seems
Shares of oil giant Saudi Aramco last week traded publicly for the first time, with the biggest IPO in history. But don’t confuse size with success. Here's why.
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December 12, 2019
Xiaomi and China’s Smartphone Market
There was a lot of excitement in China this week about Xiomi Corp., as the world’s fourth-largest smartphone maker launched its very affordable 5G smartphone “for the masses.” Our expert shares some insights.
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December 11, 2019
10 Stocks To Watch in 2020
'As I learned some time ago, you cut your losses and let your winners run,' our expert says, updating his stocks to watch list.
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December 4, 2019
How To Stay Ahead of Cyber Risk
Cyber risk can come from data breaches or cyber attacks, but to really root out cyber threats and prepare for risks, organizations need to take a new approach.
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December 3, 2019
Why Investors Are Buzzing About Luckin
What does Luckin's recent earnings strength portend for the Chinese coffee startup and for Starbucks, its well-caffeinated rival?
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December 3, 2019
Roll Call for Plant-Based Meat and Milk
What’s your definition of a 'burger' or 'milk'? If it includes plant-based alternatives, meat and dairy industry executives want to change that. But should they?
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December 3, 2019
Alibaba’s Hong Kong Bet
Why Alibaba's strong debut on the Hong Kong Exchange is prompting short-term and long-term considerations to sort through.
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