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What Australian businesses can learn about succession plans from the Roy family
The warring family at the heart of the Emmy Award-winning blockbuster Succession may be fictional, but the reality for businesses with no clear succession plan can be dire, according to Macquarie Business School research.
Calm in the storm: Study finds family firms are better at managing mergers
The unique social identity of family business owners smooths disruptions and produces stronger post-merger outcomes, especially for employees, according to new Macquarie Business School research.
How Australian small businesses can protect themselves in Trump’s trade war with China
Caught in the cross-fire of a global tariff crisis, home-grown businesses must now include geopolitical factors in their planning and partnerships, according to Macquarie Business School research.
How to conquer AI skills: a research-backed student guide
Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing how students learn and prepare for their careers. New research led by Macquarie Business School reveals the importance of becoming AI literate and why it should not be feared.
From carbon markets to climate health, how Macquarie research supports Earth Day
Earth Day on April 22 has a global goal of tripling renewable energy capacity by 2030 while phasing out fossil fuels. Here Macquarie University researchers explain how their work contributes to a sustainable energy future and suggest practical tips to help reduce your daily environmental footprint.
About time: How to pull off a complex project without delays
Researchers at Macquarie Business School have found surprising reasons why project planners often make poor estimates of project timelines.
UniSuper boss Peter Chun on curiosity, life-long learning and embracing AI
On the brink of becoming a doctor, Peter Chun had a last-minute change of heart and enrolled in a Bachelor of Economics at Macquarie. Now as the CEO of one of Australia's largest superannuation funds, Peter has a wealth of advice for today's graduates.
New survey shows businesses see lower inflation rate ahead in 2025
A new survey of 500 Australian businesses shows leaders are confident inflation will drop further in coming months, potentially easing cost-of-living concerns for the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA), which meets today for its first decision this year.
A primer for business on meeting climate standards: new GoZero white paper
Macquarie University has teamed with tech giant Tata Consultancy Services to produce a business white paper through its research and innovation centre, the TCS GoZero Hub, to help Australian organisations in their quest to reach net zero carbon emissions.
Necro-brands: Why do celebrities like Elvis Presley make more money dead than alive?
From regional New South Wales to London, Elvis Presley continues to be a bankable star almost 50 years after his death. New research led by Macquarie University's Professor Chris Baumann explains why the king of rock and roll’s brand is worth more than ever.
Christmas in the metaverse: Why the festive season is moving into virtual worlds
From designer fashion to cosmetics and concert tickets, shoppers are increasingly filling Christmas stockings with gifts from virtual worlds, rather than bricks and mortar shops.
In God we trust, in Trump we believe
Opinion: Faith-based voters represent a significant proportion of the U.S. electorate - and they overwhelmingly supported Donald Trump.