> Return to the #115 Newsletter What determines how firms raise money, and what implications does this choice carry? Classical finance theory offers part of the answer, but not all of it. Labor markets and regulation also shape how companies fund themselves. Moreover, recent developments in capital markets and firms’ reliance on equity financing have significant consequences for corporate governance and the networks linking firms. These are the issues Guillermo Ramirez-Chiang…
Success Stories
Sustainability Corner
> Return to the #114 Newsletter The IESE Barcelona Library has launched a new Sustainability Corner, a curated book display showcasing recent acquisitions on sustainability, ESG, climate action, and responsible leadership. Designed to highlight relevant and up-to-date titles, this initiative makes it easier for the IESE community to discover cutting-edge thinking on issues in sustainability. By bringing these resources together in a dedicated space, the Library continues to support learning, reflection,…
Book Legacies That Live On
> Return to the #113 Newsletter Great books deserve a second life. As part of its long-term commitment to preserving intellectual and personal heritage, the Library curates Book Legacies—collections donated from personal libraries that are once again available to inspire learning and research. You can explore them on the Discovery page under Book List → Collection Legacies. At present, six collections are open to everyone, each reflecting the intellectual journey of…
Supporting Sexenios
> Return to the #112 Newsletter The IESE Business Library and the Research Area have achieved a collaborative success for research visibility. In support of the Sexenios evaluation process, both teams worked together to ensure that all faculty publications were successfully uploaded to the institutional repository, Dadun. This coordinated effort strengthened the visibility, accessibility, and long-term preservation of IESE’s research outputs. It reflects our shared commitment to academic excellence and to…
The New Library Chatbot Is Here!
> Return to the #111 Newsletter Looking for quick answers on business information, databases, or library services? Meet your new 24/7 assistant — designed to make learning and discovery easier than ever. Powered by OpenAI’s GPT-4o and securely hosted on Microsoft Azure, this smart tool delivers instant, accurate answers — anytime, anywhere. It connects you directly to the Library’s validated Business FAQs, ensuring reliable, up-to-date information in a natural, conversational way….