With the increasing executive-employee pay disparity in recent years, research on executive compensation has grown exponentially. This paper reviews all articles on executive compensation published between 2000 and 2022 in the six accounting journals with the highest impact index in South Korea and China (five journals in China), and evaluates and analyzes the research in both countries. The analysis results are organized as follows: First, the research on executive compensation started earlier in South Korea than in China; second, the focus of the research on executive compensation differs between the two countries; then, the study on the determinants of executive compensation varies between the two countries; forth, the proxies for firm performance are mostly the same in the two countries; and finally, most of the studies in the two countries assert that executive compensation has a positive impact on firm performance. Based on the above research, this paper confirms that the agency theory, which has been widely validated in Western countries, is also valid in Asian countries. In addition, it provides an essential reference for future research on executive compensation in Asian countries.

We examine the relation between the CEO’s childhood socioeconomic class and corporate labor policies. We find that CEOs raised in low socioeconomic class families are less likely to invest in employee friendly firm policies measured by several types of labor and employment litigation, including litigation by unions, and occupational safety measures. These results are confirmed by crowdsourced employee firm reviews across several workplace dimensions. Our findings are supported by the studies of within-family transmission of occupational knowledge and formation of occupational norms as well as development of empathy and altruistic behaviors in children.

In the pursuit of knowledge, research philosophy serves as the uncharted compass guiding scholars through intellectual terrain. This meticulously crafted review paper embarks on an enthralling odyssey through the annals of history and the corridors of thought. We trace the origins of research philosophy in ancient civilizations, witness the dynamic interplay of faith and reason during the medieval and Renaissance periods, and explore the Enlightenment era's embrace of reason and empiricism. The ascent of positivism in the 19th and 20th centuries reshapes the landscape, followed by the seismic shifts of postmodern critiques and paradigm shifts. As we journey through time, we also embrace the contemporary and cross-disciplinary influences that enrich the philosophical fabric of modern research. This narrative underscores the profound impact of philosophy on research practices, offering readers a captivating tapestry interwoven with intellectual discoveries. Join us on this voyage through the epochs and ideologies that have shaped the pursuit of knowledge.

With China being a large developing economy, the trading in China’s stock market is dominated by retail investors, and its government actively participates in this market. These features are quite different from those of typical developed markets, and This review focuses on two important questions: how do retail and institutional investors trade in China and why? We have three main findings after reviewing 100+ previous studies. First, small retail investors have low financial literacy, exhibit behavioral biases, and not surprisingly, negatively predict future returns; whereas large retail investors and institutions are capable of process information, and they positively predict future returns. Second, the macro- and firm-level information environment in China is slowly but gradually improving. Finally, the Chinese government actively adjusts their regulations of the stock market to serve the dual goals of growth and stability, with many of them being effective, while some may not generate intended consequences.

This study explores the intricate relationship between emotional cues present in food delivery app reviews, normative ratings, and reader engagement. Utilizing lexicon-based unsupervised machine learning, our aim is to identify eight distinct emotional states within user reviews sourced from the Google Play Store. Our primary goal is to understand how reviewer star ratings impact reader engagement, particularly through thumbs-up reactions. By analyzing the influence of emotional expressions in user-generated content on review scores and subsequent reader engagement, we seek to provide insights into their complex interplay. Our methodology employs advanced machine learning techniques to uncover subtle emotional nuances within user-generated content, offering novel insights into their relationship. The findings reveal an inverse correlation between review length and positive sentiment, emphasizing the importance of concise feedback. Additionally, the study highlights the differential impact of emotional tones on review scores and reader engagement metrics. Surprisingly, user-assigned ratings negatively affect reader engagement, suggesting potential disparities between perceived quality and reader preferences. In summary, this study pioneers the use of advanced machine learning techniques to unravel the complex relationship between emotional cues in customer evaluations, normative ratings, and subsequent reader engagement within the food delivery app context.

America and China have different cultures. For example, Chinese culture emphasizes the group, while American culture emphasizes the individual. Chinese culture emphasizes integration, while American culture emphasizes analysis. In addition, there are differences in customs, religious beliefs, and nonverbal communication between the United States and China. This article examines the cultural differences between China and the United States in historical geography, traditional thought, cognitive systems, and language. In the following, I will explain and discuss the reasons for the cultural differences between China and America. The author hopes this article will be helpful for readers interested in cultural differences between China and the United States and global trade exchanges. [译]美国和中国拥有截然不同的文化。例如，中国文化强调集体，而美国文化则重视个体；中国文化注重综合，而美国文化则倾向于分析。此外，在风俗、宗教信仰以及非言语沟通方面，美国和中国之间也存在差异。本文从历史地理、传统思想、认知系统和语言等多个角度探讨了中美两国之间的文化差异。在下文中，我将解释并讨论中美文化差异产生的原因。作者希望本文能对那些对中美文化差异和全球贸易交流感兴趣的读者有所帮助。

Employee helping behavior is a critical aspect of organizational behavior that has been studied extensively in the literature. This study provides an integrative review and research agenda for exploring the determinants of employee helping behavior. The study addresses the current state of knowledge on the determinants of employee helping behavior, the strengths and limitations of existing theories, methods, and findings in this field of research, and avenues for future research. The study identifies the importance of considering individual and situational factors, leadership behavior and communication, recognition and reward programs, and creating a positive and supportive work environment for promoting and managing employee helping behavior in organizations. Future research directions include further examination of specific determinants, examination of individual and organizational factors, examination of cross-cultural differences, longitudinal studies, and implementation of promoting strategies. The study contributes to the development of effective strategies for promoting and managing employee helping behavior in organizations. [译]员工帮助行为是组织行为学中一个至关重要的方面，在文献中已得到广泛研究。本研究提供了一个综合性的评述和研究议程，以探索员工帮助行为的决定性因素。该研究涵盖了当前关于员工帮助行为决定因素的知识状态，现有理论、方法和研究成果在该研究领域的优势与局限性，以及未来研究的可能方向。研究指出，在组织中促进和管理员工帮助行为时，考虑个人和情境因素、领导行为和沟通、认可和奖励计划，以及创造一个积极支持性的工作环境的重要性。未来的研究方向包括进一步审查特定的决定性因素，探究个人和组织因素，研究跨文化差异，进行纵向研究，以及实施推广策略。该研究为组织中促进和管理员工帮助行为的有效策略的发展做出了贡献。

Problem-solving is one of the essential purposes of many companies. The business culture of enterprises is an important basic rule for enterprises to solve many problems in their development. The business culture of an enterprise reflects the fundamental value of employees. This article is composed of three parts, including the introduction of what business culture is, the development of the business culture of Chinese and Canadian enterprises, and the comparative analysis of the business culture of the two enterprises. Confucianism profoundly influences the business culture of Chinese enterprises. Confucianism plays an essential role in China’s business culture. The characteristics of the organizational culture of Canadian enterprise groups have their particularities. It is necessary to understand the development of the business culture of enterprises in the two countries. It is also essential for readers to understand the differences in corporate culture. In addition, the author critically analyzed China and Canada’s business culture and summarized their respective shortcomings. At the practical level, this paper can provide more stable business culture construction considerations for enterprises. Nowadays, many successful enterprises offer better customer services with their unique business culture. The author believes that the competitiveness of a genuinely successful enterprise is often reflected in its services. Competitive services will bring more economic returns to enterprises. Therefore, for enterprises, a thriving business culture is crucial. [译]解决问题是众多企业的基本宗旨之一。而企业文化则是企业在发展中解决诸多问题的重要基础准则。企业文化反映了员工的基本价值。本文由三部分组成，包括企业文化介绍、中加两国企业文化的发展和两国企业文化的对比分析。儒家思想深刻影响着中国的企业文化，并在其中扮演着至关重要的角色。加拿大企业集团的组织文化特征具有其独特性。了解两国企业文化的发展是十分必要的，同时也便于读者理解企业文化之间的差异。此外，作者对中加企业文化进行了批判性分析，总结了各自的不足之处。在实践层面上，本文能够为企业构建更为稳健的企业文化提供考量。如今，众多成功的企业以其独特的企业文化为客户提供更优质的服务。作者认为，真正成功的企业，其竞争力往往体现在服务上。具有竞争力的服务将为企业带来更多的经济回报。因此，对于企业而言，繁荣的企业文化至关重要。

This article offers an in-depth exploration of the significance of research philosophy in the realm of management studies. It conducts a critical review of research philosophy, encompassing ontological, epistemological, and axiological dimensions, shedding light on their implications for management research. Traditional ontological perspectives, including realism, idealism, and pragmatism, are analyzed along with their influence on the field. Moreover, contemporary ontological debates are discussed, emphasizing their relevance to management research. The article also delves into the role of epistemology in shaping research methodologies, examining positivism, interpretivism, and critical realism as prominent frameworks. Emerging epistemological trends are explored, highlighting their impact on management research. Throughout the review, novel insights are presented, providing a foundation for future theoretical and empirical development. Researchers are encouraged to embrace ethical pragmatism, dynamic reflexivity, and epistemological pluralism, which can lead to more comprehensive and adaptable theories. The article concludes by calling for continued exploration and innovation in research philosophy to shape the future of management research. It emphasizes the dynamic nature of research philosophy and its potential to drive positive change in the management field. [译]本文深入探讨了研究哲学在管理研究领域中的重要性。文章对研究哲学进行了批判性综述，涵盖了本体论、认识论和价值论三个维度，并揭示了它们对管理研究的启示。文章分析了包括实在论、唯心主义和实用主义在内的传统本体论观点及其对该领域的影响，并讨论了当代本体论辩论，强调了它们与管理研究的关联性。此外，文章还深入探讨了认识论在塑造研究方法论方面的作用，审视了实证主义、解释主义和批判实在论等突出框架。文章还探讨了新兴的认识论趋势，强调了它们对管理研究的影响。在综述过程中，文章提出了新颖的观点，为未来的理论和实证研究奠定了基础。文章鼓励研究者采纳伦理实用主义、动态反思性和认识论的多元主义，这有助于形成更全面和更具适应性的理论。文章最后呼吁继续探索和创新研究哲学，以塑造管理研究的未来。它强调了研究哲学的动态性质及其在管理领域推动积极变革的潜力。

This paper reviews the current housing crisis in China and explores the roles of supply-demand imbalances and local governments in the real estate sector. To prevent the housing downturn from further dragging down economic growth, Beijing suspended the financing restrictions on developers imposed in August 2020. These restrictions, known as the “three red lines” that limited new borrowing by developers, led Chinese property developers to default on a record number of debt obligations and triggered the most serious housing slump China has seen since 1998. The property sector saw its value added decline by more than 5 percent in 2022, even as the overall economy grew at 3 percent. But the current dynamics in the housing market reflect a repeated pattern: Loosening financing restrictions on developers and using housing as a macroeconomic stabilization tool risks reinforcing the boom-bust housing cycle. China’s real estate sector is a systemic problem. Without serious reforms to address concerns such as supply-demand imbalances and local governments’ deep connections with real estate, housing slumps like the one in 2022 may recur.