Insights
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The Credit Habit: Babson Finance Students on Gen Z’s Growing Reliance on 'Buy Now, Pay Later'
From Coachella tickets to Taco Bell, “Buy Now, Pay Later” is a growing generational habit. Babson’s financiers of the future warn that without financial literacy, it can turn into costly dependence.
October 24, 2025
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2026-05-01 05:58:53
Leading the Way: Babson Wellness Chief Elevates Well-Being Priorities in Higher Education
Ryan Travia, associate vice president for student success at Babson, issues a call to embrace well-being as central to student success in an upcoming book that offers a road map to leadership in student health.
October 8, 2025
2026-05-01 05:58:53
Why Analytical Thinking Is the Cornerstone of Strategic Business Decisions
Business decisions are rarely simple. Analytical thinking is critical for leaders to identify and navigate the options in front of an organization, so it’s important to develop analytical thinking skills in order to make smart decisions.
October 7, 2025
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2026-04-27 20:09:57
The Price of Power: What’s Driving Rising Electricity Rates?
Electricity rates have been steadily increasing. Ryan Davies, a Babson professor of finance, unpacks the many reasons for that, including the massive data centers popping up across the country.
September 30, 2025
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2026-04-30 23:36:03
No. 2 Again: Wall Street Journal Ranks Babson the No. 2 Best College for the Second Year in a Row
For the second year in a row, The Wall Street Journal ranked Babson as the No. 2 Best College in the United States, lauding the College for its impressive impact on student outcomes.
September 29, 2025
Posted in Community, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Insights, Outcomes
2026-05-01 07:38:39
$1,000 for Every Newborn? Babson Finance Professor Explains Policy’s Opportunities and Limits
The new federal initiative is designed to encourage saving for children’s future. Babson Professor Ryan Davies offers four insights into what it really means for families.
September 22, 2025
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2026-04-29 04:12:39
What Is Creative Thinking in the Workplace? And How Does It Fuel Innovation and Problem Solving?
Creative thinking is one of the most essential skills for the workforce. Here’s why those skills are so important, especially in this era of rapid change.
September 12, 2025
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2026-04-30 20:56:07
