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Sustainability has long been a driving force behind corporate strategy, shaping regulations, investment flows, and consumer expectations. But in today’s shifting economic and political landscape, a critical question arises: Is the golden age of sustainability coming to an end?

Did you know that corporate cash reserves worldwide now exceed $8 trillion, a figure that dwarfs the GDP of most nations? Apple, for instance holds 43% of its total assets in cash and marketable securities- more than its total debt. But is this financial strength or a symptom of strategic inertia? ...

When the mastermind behind the world's leading cosmetics company participates in a roundtable on corporate strategy, the insights gained are bound to be invaluable. Jean-Paul Agon was recently invited to the HEC Alumni House for the launch of the 9th edition of Strategor, a reference work addressing ...

The world of 2025 is redrawing the maps of power, influence, and business success. As Trump's return to the White House signals a dramatic shift in the global order, leaders face a sobering reality: we're witnessing the end of the unipolar moment that defined international business for the past ...

For C-suite leaders navigating an increasingly volatile business landscape, strategic foresight has never been more critical. The World Economic Forum's Future of Jobs Report 2025 projects a fundamental reshaping of the global workforce: by 2030, 22% of today's jobs will undergo substantial ...

Industry giants have a lot to learn from startups. But isn't it also true that startups stand to benefit from the insights of seasoned leaders at these big firms? At HEC Paris Executive Education, we believe in this mutual learning process that reflects our educational approach, which is rooted in ...

Artificial intelligence is transforming the way we work, impacting everything from daily tasks to long-term strategies across industries. While some may see AI as just another technology trend, it’s quickly proving to be much more: a powerful force redefining job roles, enhancing employee ...

Recent events make it clear: artificial intelligence is here to stay. In October 2024, the Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded to John Hopfield and Geoffrey Hinton for their pioneering work on artificial neural networks, the foundation of modern AI. 'We’re in the second year of this revolution,' says ...

Tara Montgomery’s career has spanned the worlds of media, education, advocacy, and policy, with a focus on improving health systems. As a social entrepreneur, Tara has spent the past eight years building Civic Health Partners, an independent consulting and coaching practice that helps leaders in ...

Over the past decade, the corporate purpose has taken center stage in economic and social debates. In France, the Pacte Law and the creation of mission-driven companies have pushed this topic to the forefront. And yet, as Rodolphe Durand, Professor of Corporate Strategy at HEC Paris and holder of ...