Tippie News

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When private equity buys public firms to help them grow

Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Private equity firms are often likely to target publicly traded firms that more aggressively manage their earnings to meet analysts’ quarterly expectations because it's easier to add value by investing in them afterward.
Bill Swift

From Mason City to the motor city

Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Bill Swift (BBA65) lives for the blue oval.
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When the boss doesn't want to hear about your stress

Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Employees who struggle with stress on the job will often get help from mental health and stress management resources provided by their employers. But a new study from the Tippie College of Business finds that when stress causes an employee to become disengaged from their work and their performance suffers, managers are less likely to provide the resources that might help.
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Wiese wins Hickerson Recognition Award

Monday, November 11, 2024
Jim Wiese was a 2024 University of Iowa Distinguished Alumni award winner.
Tiffani Shaw

Inspiring investors, leaders, and dreamers

Monday, November 11, 2024
Tiffani Shaw (BBA92) discusses mentorship, leadership, and other career goals.
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Leading the way

Friday, November 8, 2024
Jennifer and Chad Greenway are doing good up north.
Michelle Gall

Professional navigator

Friday, November 8, 2024
Michelle Gall (BBA11) guides the global privacy and responsible AI practices at Booking Holdings.
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Say Less?

Friday, November 8, 2024
Should CEOs involve themselves in social and political issues?
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The international taxation shell game

Thursday, November 7, 2024
Sullivan Scholar in Residence Michelle Hanlon is one of the foremost experts on international corporate taxes.
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Betting odds called the 2024 election better than polls did. What does this mean for the future of prediction markets?

Thursday, November 7, 2024
Trump's victory was the first the Iowa Electronic Markets didn't predict, said profesor Tom Gruca.