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An analysis by PwC found that over half of the Fortune 500 companies listed in 2003—52%, to be precise—are no longer on the list today. Some of these organizations declared bankruptcy, others were acquired, and some ceased operations entirely. This stark reality underscores the tangible risk of corporate decline. The...

PwC’s latest annual global CEO survey reveals that 81% of African CEOs implemented significant changes to their business models in 2023, surpassing the global average of 76%. This trend underscores a proactive approach to navigating an increasingly complex global business environment. PwC observed that the challenges and opportunities faced by...

Amphibious vehicle technology, which was previously regarded as a niche solution, is now at the vanguard of global transportation innovation. Logistics, disaster relief, and resource management are being revolutionized by these adaptable vehicles, which are no longer restricted to specialized applications. They address critical issues that traditional transportation methods are...

The Malian government has issued an arrest warrant for Barrick Gold’s CEO, Mark Bristow, accusing him of money laundering and violations of financial regulations. The warrant comes amid ongoing tensions between Mali and foreign mining firms as the country intensifies efforts to secure more revenue from its natural resources. This...

To grow is to grapple with what stands in the way of change, much of which is in your head. The challenge is to get whatever it is—a screwy thought, a needless fear—out of the way. That’s where grappling comes in. To raise your game as a leader, it’s often...

Over the past few years, I have had hundreds of conversations with top and middle managers, who strive to navigate the uncertainties and changes in their business world. Three patterns across all these conversations are: One, they need to transform their organiation in order to adapt to the changing ecosystem...

Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot recently responded to employee concerns about the company's future in an internal memo that was subsequently leaked. These concerns had been gathered through the company's latest annual employee survey. The gaming giant has faced a difficult period in recent years, with several high-profile titles underperforming. The...

BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, has struck a transformative $12 billion deal to acquire HPS Investment Partners, solidifying its foothold in the rapidly expanding private credit sector. This acquisition reflects a strategic push to capture a larger share of a market traditionally dominated by banks but now increasingly shaped...

A recent report by NTT Data reveals that nearly all business leaders surveyed have already invested in generative AI, with 83% establishing specialized teams to focus on the technology. The Global GenAI Report: How Organizations Are Mastering Their Generative AI Destiny in 2025 surveyed over 2,300 IT and business leaders...

In 2021, amidst one of the most disruptive periods of modern history, I sold Back In Motion—Australia’s leading physiotherapy business—for a record price of over $100 million. It was a journey that began with a $300 order for supplies and a small space rented with nothing more than hope and...