Dive into the high-stakes world of international business to discover if foreign investment is the green gift that emerging economies desperately need to fight climate change. This podcast explores groundbreaking research across 31 countries, revealing that while foreign-owned firms are more likely to adopt eco-friendly management, this green effect only kicks in when the money comes from environmentally conscious nations. Learn why your favorite global brands are leading the charge in manufacturing but still struggling to make a green impact in the service sector.

Citation: Kannen, P., Semrau, F.O. & Steglich, F. (2026). Green gifts from abroad? FDI and firms’ green management. Journal of International Business Policy. https://doi.org/10.1057/s42214-025-00228-4

This podcast argues that International Business (IB) education must evolve beyond traditional classroom theories to address the wicked problems of the 21st century, such as climate change and global inequality. The authors propose an integrated pedagogical framework that combines experiential learning, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and a focus on societal impact to prepare students for a fragmented global landscape. Ultimately, the study suggests that by bridging the gap between academic research and real-world practice, IB programs can empower future leaders to drive sustainable value creation rather than just corporate profit.

Citation: Avendano, J., Usta, H., & Kundu, S. K. (2026). Enhancing International Business Education Through Faculty Development in International Business Programs. AIB Insights. https:/​/​doi.org/​10.46697/​001c.155724.

This study examines how the mandatory disclosure of the CEO-to-employee pay ratio affects corporate behavior, specifically finding that firms with high ratios often face negative reactions from consumers and employees. Rather than significantly lowering executive pay, many companies respond to these transparency requirements by subtly adjusting their workforce or outsourcing low-wage roles to improve their reported numbers. Ultimately, while intended to curb inequality, the authors argue that without broader institutional pressure, these disclosures may lead to strategic window-dressing rather than a fundamental shift in how wealth is distributed within global corporations.

Citation: Jiang, K., Jia, Y., Tsui, A.S., & Yu, J. (2026). CEO-to-employee pay ratios, societal-level income inequality, and citizens’ subjective well-being. Journal of International Business Studies. https://doi.org/10.1057/s41267-026-00841-2