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Research from Columbia Business School reveals that understanding how biases persist in evaluations can help to address inequality 

New study from Columbia Business School finds rising interest rates reduce home buying and increase demand in the rental market, especially among first-time and low-income buyers

On April 22, 2025, the Paul Milstein Center for Real Estate hosted an insightful panel moderated by center co-director Professor Stijn Van Nieuwerburgh, featuring industry leaders Nasir Alamgir (Barings), Richard Cantor (Moody’s Investor Services), and Catherine Chen (Apollo Global Management). Below we summarize key insights on the evolving relationship between insurance companies, private equity (PE) asset managers, and commercial real estate lending that emerged from the panel discussion.

New research finds most consumers want to make sustainable choices to help mitigate the climate crisis, but lack the knowledge to reliably do so

New Columbia Business School research reveals pathways to overcome polarization and accelerate climate action

Columbia Business School faculty offer their best tips and suggestions to graduates.