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Latest Posts
Why Are the Dutch So Slow to Adopt Mobile Payments?
By Dr. Rashedul Hasan (Assistant Professor in Accounting) Across much of the world, mobile payments are revolutionizing how people manage money. In China, for instance, mobile wallets like Alipay and WeChat Pay handle transactions worth more than 16% of the...
Does product market competition affect corporate waste management? International evidence
What is Corporate Waste Management? Corporate waste management involves companies’ strategies and practices to manage waste produced during their operations. This encompasses initiatives focused on reducing waste, reusing materials, recycling, and ensuring...
Editorial: Participatory corporate governance for sustainability and accountability.
The editorial in the Journal of Governance and Regulation discusses the evolving landscape of corporate governance (CG) and the shift towards a more participatory and sustainable model. Traditionally, CG focused on regulatory governance, emphasising the rule of...
A risk–return trade‐off or co‐movement? Are food processing firms risk‐averse?
Abstract: We build a two-moment decision-theoretic framework to study how firms in the food-processing industry negotiate between risk and return while relying on imported inputs for production at an intensive margin. Two possibilities emerge: either a co-movement...
Welcome to EconLab: The Future of Economics Learning at Coventry University
A New Era for Economics Education The world of economics is evolving rapidly, with data and digital tools playing an increasingly important role in analysis and decision-making. At Coventry University, we recognise the need to equip our students with the skills...
Innovate UK Women in Innovation Awards 2025: Celebrating Trailblazing Female Entrepreneurs
Innovate UK Women in Innovation Awards 2025: Celebrating Trailblazing Female Entrepreneurs Innovate UK has announced the winners of the prestigious Women in Innovation Awards 2025, recognizing the remarkable achievements of female entrepreneurs who are making...
Fantastic Financial Planning Insight Day at Cooper Parry Wealth
This week, 25 students from Coventry University had the unique opportunity to attend an Insight Day on financial planning at Cooper Parry Wealth. The event was designed to provide a comprehensive look into the world of financial planning, offering students both...
The Impact of Maoism on the Architectural Vocabulary, Urban Form and Structure in the Cities of China
This qualitative research used document analysis, field surveys and observations. It outlines urban development in China, with a focus on the Cold War, between 1949 and 1991. The research identifies ramifications for contemporary Chinese cities and...
Empowering Advice Through Technology: A Glimpse into the Future of Financial Advisory
On January 30th, 2025, the Pullman Hotel in London buzzed with excitement as financial advisers, technology enthusiasts, and industry leaders gathered for the 6th annual “Empowering Advice Through Technology” (EATT) conference. Hosted by the Financial Technology...
Bridging Continents, Transforming Education: Nigerian Vice Chancellors’ Landmark Visit to Coventry University, hosted by the School of Economics, Finance and Accounting
In a remarkable display of international academic collaboration, Coventry University recently hosted a distinguished delegation of 20 Nigerian vice chancellors and pro chancellors. This visit, led by Professor Attahiru Jega, Pro Chancellor of Usmanu Danfodiyo...
