Institutional investors can be a force for good
Institutional investors can boost a company's environmental and social performance, a new study found. In other words, they can be a force for good....
Hasbro fails to meet analyst’s expectations
Hasbro’s latest quarterly report failed to meet analysts’ expectations.
The lackluster results stem from the bankruptcy of one of its most important retail partners, Toys...
Addison Lee Group planning for self-driving cars in London by 2021
Taxi firm Addison Lee Group plans to have self-driving cars in London by 2021. It has agreed a wide-ranging strategic alliance with Oxbotica, a...
Moving location of fruit and vegetables in stores can boost sales by 15%
Moving the location of fruit and vegetables in stores can increase sales by up to 15%, say researchers. According to a study's findings, sales...
How did Canada do during the first days Cannabis was legalized?
Earlier this week, marijuana was legalized in Canada for recreational use. Canada is the first G7 country and second nation in the world to...
Gender-specific work preferences when gender equality and economic development is greater
In countries where there is more gender equality, gender-specific work preferences differ more widely, a new study has found. This is also the case...
Some diets improve human and our planet’s health
Some diets, such as well-balanced plant-based diets, improve human health. They can lead to better nutrient levels and a 20% lower incidence of premature...
Smithson Investment Trust announces £822m fundraise
Smithson Investment Trust plc has become a record-breaker with a £822m fundraise. Terry Smith's Fundsmith runs Smithson Investment Trust, a new global small- and mid-cap...
Smartphone lifespans – brand name matters more than hardware
When it comes to smartphone lifespans, brand name matters much more than hardware, says a team of researchers.
Many people have criticized smartphone makers for...
Ultra-light gloves let you touch and manipulate virtual objects
New ultra-light gloves let users 'touch' and 'grasp' virtual objects, says a team of Swiss researchers. The gloves also let the user manipulate virtual...