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Perspectives

Research, insights & commentary on the latest trends & issues.

Philanthropy and Nonprofit Sector

Nonprofit & Philanthropy Post-U.S. Election Analysis

Philanthropic and nonprofit leaders are closely watching the incoming Trump administration for potential funding impacts and challenges. This memo outlines key insights into the changing landscape ahead....

December 11, 2024
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Americans Voted Differently. Are They Going to Shop Differently?

Since winning the November 2024 presidential election, Donald Trump has made it clear that he plans to change Washington. If fulfilled, his promises—ranging from firing government employees to instituting international tariffs and deporting millions of workers—will likely have a dramatic effect on the way business is done in the United States....

December 10, 2024 / James Hazzard
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COP29 Debrief: Why Climate Inaction Will Cost More

As COP29 concludes with limited progress on climate finance, explore the escalating costs of inaction—ranging from adaptation expenses to lost consumer demand. Discover why proactive measures and well-designed regulations are critical for long-term resilience....

December 4, 2024 / Harry Sale, Frank Krikhaar
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More of the Same, but a Bit Less of It: The 2024 Irish Election  

Ireland’s 2024 election delivered subtle shifts in a landscape marked by continuity. Fianna Fáil leads the results, with Sinn Féin slipping and far-right independents failing to surge. Voters balanced trust in incumbents with concerns over housing, health and public spending. ...

December 3, 2024 / Nicholas Whyte
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Profile of FDA Commissioner Nominee Martin Makary

Martin (Marty) Makary is a surgeon and public policy researcher at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore. He is also a prolific author and has been in the forefront of public commentary on the health care system for several years....

November 26, 2024 / Wayne Pines
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The Role of a Strong Corporate Culture

The failure to develop robust, flexible and future-facing corporate cultures is preventing companies and countries from fulfilling their potential. In reality, we are accepting a low return on change even as we secure higher financial returns....

November 26, 2024 / Tim Walmsley
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Trump 2.0 May Strengthen China’s Global Status

In a year of many elections, inevitably, much of the focus in China has been on the outcome of the U.S. election and the far-reaching impact of expected changes to U.S. foreign policy, historical alliances and global trade policy....

November 26, 2024 / Chris Torrens
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Indonesian President Prabowo Visits Beijing and Washington

Indonesia’s new President, Prabowo Subianto, visited Beijing and Washington, D.C., from November 8 to 12 before attending his first APEC Summit. Explore key takeaways and comparisons from those visits....

November 22, 2024 / Ryan Morgan, Andrea Rayi, Yuxuan Liu
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Trump’s Return: A Second Wake-Up Call for European Strategic Autonomy? 

As Trump prepares for his return to the White House, the EU faces a critical juncture that could redefine its global standing. Explore the potential impacts of a second Trump administration on key areas such as trade, technology and defense and the implications for European industries....

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Hope Is Not a Strategy: Southeast Asia Readies for a Dramatic Shift in Trade Conditions in the New Trump Administration 

Southeast Asian nations face a delicate balancing act as a potential new Trump administration reshapes U.S. trade and foreign policy. From trade tensions to shifting alliances, discover how these markets are navigating geopolitical uncertainty and prioritizing their national interests....

November 22, 2024 / Ian Rumsby