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Valentine’s Day continues to be a major economic driver, with the National Retail Federation (NRF) estimating that 56% of consumers plan to celebrate the holiday in 2025. Spending is projected to reach $27.5 billion, averaging $188.81 per household. Popular Valentine’s Day Gifts Several classic gifts remain favorites for the holiday:...

I’ve heard many friends say they find the approach European businesses take in summer a little strange. We’re talking about August specifically. Given that’s peak season for travellers it seems a little odd that many locals decide to shut up shop and take a break for 2 – 4 weeks...

At the end of 2024, US and Canadian businesses, including big players such as Amazon, Tesla, CitiGroup, and Microsoft, made sweeping job cuts. The same was true on the other side of the Atlantic: nearly a quarter of UK businesses cut jobs in response to pressure on their finances from...

Citibank Taiwan has announced that Christie Chang will assume the roles of CEO and chairperson following the retirement of Aftab Ahmed. Her tenure is set to begin on April 1, during which she will be responsible for overseeing Citi’s operations in the region, with a focus on accelerating growth and...

New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing (NZTR) has announced that long-time SkyCity executive Matt Ballesty will take over as Chief Executive Officer, officially stepping into the role on March 5, 2025. Ballesty, who has an extensive background in the gaming and entertainment industry, has previously held key positions at Australia’s Crown Resorts...

Amy Pechacek believes leadership is about more than titles and results. For her, it’s deeply rooted in faith, resilience, and a profound desire to help other people grow. Through her forward-looking approach, Pechacek teaches leaders how to sync their values with their professional success. Finding Purpose Through Adversity   Pechacek’s leadership...

Moneyhub, a UK-based open finance and data platform, has announced the appointment of Alastair McGill as its new CEO, with immediate effect. His selection marks the conclusion of the company’s search for a new leader following Samantha Seaton’s decision to step down in December after an eight-year tenure at the...

The Bank of Canada reduced its key interest rate by 25 basis points on Wednesday, a widely anticipated move that experts believe was necessary to support the Canadian economy. Analysts warned that the country could face significant economic strain if U.S. President Donald Trump follows through on his threats to...

From my 30+ years behind microphones and cameras, I know that powerful people are often insecure and can be uncomfortable in their own skin, especially in certain high-stress situations. I can’t tell you how many CEOs, executives, and celebrities sat down with me for an interview and stumbled through it,...

Insights into the opportunities and challenges of quantum computing and its impact on various industries Quantum computing is often touted as the next big technological leap forward – a revolution that could have far-reaching impacts on various industries, from medicine to finance. However, while technology has the potential to solve...