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The Impact of Populism on Multinational Corporations’ Investment Decisions  

A stable economic and political environment is necessary for firms to feel secure while making long-term investment decisions, such as those related to investing in foreign countries (also known as foreign direct investment or FDI). Any threat to change legislative … Continue reading The Impact of Populism on Multinational Corporations’ Investment Decisions  

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Why “Born Digital Firms” Should Have a Physical Presence in Foreign Markets  

Firms that have their roots in selling non-physical digital products, also known as “born digital firms,” can establish an international presence without ever physically setting foot in another country. But experience shows that many born digital firms are still choosing … Continue reading Why “Born Digital Firms” Should Have a Physical Presence in Foreign Markets  

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The Effect of Investing in Foreign Countries to Pay Lower Taxes on Economic Productivity

An increasingly connected world and a strong digital economy have made it easier for multinational companies to have investments in multiple countries. This investment, where the company buys a controlling stake in a foreign company, is known as foreign direct … Continue reading The Effect of Investing in Foreign Countries to Pay Lower Taxes on Economic Productivity

What Globalization Looks Like in the Digital Business Era

By J Katherine Bahr Transformative technology has remade global business structures time and time again. With the Industrial Revolution, dispersed cottage industries became centralized production hubs. In the 20th century, communication and transportation advances expanded markets and supply chains across the … Continue reading What Globalization Looks Like in the Digital Business Era