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Wage Gaps Large and Small [PDF]

open access: yes, 2008
The law of one wage does not strictly hold, nor should it be expected to hold, in contemporary labor markets. The law of one wage, however, provides a surprisingly good first approximation of the structure of U.S. wages. This generalization is drawn from
Barry T. Hirsch
core   +2 more sources

To What Extent Does ESG Performance Influence Board Engagement in Acquisition Activity?

open access: yesCorporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT This study examines the relationship between boards and corporate acquisition activity. Specifically, we posit that boards with directors who have been politicians positively influence the propensity to pursue acquisitions and that ESG performance (divided into environmental, social, and governance scores) moderates this relationship.
Leticia Pérez‐Calero   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Resource allocation and growth strategies in a multi‐plant firm: Kanegafuchi Spinners in the early 20th century

open access: yesStrategic Management Journal, EarlyView., 2023
Abstract Research Summary Using detailed plant‐ and individual‐level data from a major Japanese cotton spinning company in the early 20th century, we examine the within‐firm allocation of skilled human capital in conjunction with investment in physical capital, accompanying the firm's evolving strategic priorities.
Shotaro Yamaguchi   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Les dépenses militaires : la fin des cycles ?

open access: yesRevue Interventions Économiques, 2010
This article traces the progression of the most recent cycle of world military spending (1989-2010), highlighting both economic and industrial phenomena that made it distinct.
Yves Bélanger, Aude Fleurant
doaj   +1 more source

EU Policy‐Making in the Digital Age: Major Trends and Insights From Public Policy Research

open access: yesEuropean Policy Analysis, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Has digitalization changed policy‐making dynamics at the European Union (EU) level? To investigate this issue, this article presents a scoping review of the literature on EU digital policy‐making. While much scholarship adopts a ‘Governance’ approach, two conceptually rich strands emerge: critical approaches, and digital sovereignty.
Chloé Bérut
wiley   +1 more source

HOUSING INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT IN MILITARY HOUSING AGENCY

open access: yesSystemy Logistyczne Wojsk, 2015
Wojskowa Agencja Mieszkaniowa realizuje zadania z obszaru przygotowania i realizacji procesów inwestycyjnych ukierunkowanych na zaspokojenie potrzeb mieszkaniowych żołnierzy. Zadaniem Agencji jest także prognozowanie potrzeb mieszkaniowych zależnie od planów rozwoju poszczególnych garnizonów i zmian dyslokacji jednostek wojskowych.
openaire   +1 more source

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technologies for Decarbonization: Opportunities, Challenges, and Strategic Pathways—A Comprehensive Review

open access: yesEnergy Science &Engineering, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Hydrogen (H2) fuel cells are increasingly recognized as a cornerstone technology in the global transition toward clean energy due to their high efficiency and zero‐emission characteristics. This review synthesizes recent progress, challenges, and strategic pathways for the deployment of H2 fuel cells across the transportation, power generation,
Yash Sachin Gupta   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

A dynamic model of capital and arms accumulation [PDF]

open access: yes
How does competitive arms accumulation affect investment and capital accumulation? In a dynamic optimization framework including both investment and military spending, we find that, when the utility function is separable between consumption and the ...
Heng-fu Zou
core  

Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies: FY2015 Appropriations [PDF]

open access: yes, 2015
[Excerpt] The Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies appropriations bill provides funding for the planning, design, construction, alteration, and improvement of facilities used by active and reserve military components worldwide ...
Else, Daniel H   +2 more
core   +2 more sources

Bactrian Gold: Challenges and Hope for Private-Sector Development in Afghanistan [PDF]

open access: yes, 2011
Based on interviews with Afghanistan's business and economic stakeholders about developing the country's private sector, outlines obstacles to business growth, including security, corruption, and infrastructure; their implications; and ...
Erik Malmstrom, Jake Cusack
core   +1 more source

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