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Nordnet Fonder has announced the appointment of Niklas Söderström as its new Chief Executive Officer. Söderström most recently served as CEO of Ruth Asset Management, where he has worked since 2021. His career includes senior roles within the Öhman Group and experience as a portfolio manager at the Third Swedish...

A recent report from the McKinsey Global Institute (MGI) has drawn attention to the economic difficulties created by declining birthrates in advanced economies. The report emphasized that to sustain historic growth rates, countries must either extend the average working hours or increase labor force participation. These measures are particularly urgent...

CEOs remain apprehensive about the possibility of a recession as 2025 begins, according to a new survey conducted by The Conference Board. Intensified trade wars also emerged as the top geopolitical risk for business leaders worldwide. The survey included input from 1,722 C-suite executives and board members, including 508 CEOs,...

Chinese officials are reportedly considering selling TikTok’s US operations to billionaire Elon Musk as the video-sharing platform faces a looming American law requiring ByteDance, its Chinese parent company, to divest its US assets. According to sources familiar with the matter, one scenario under discussion in Beijing involves Musk’s social media...

Mandating a return to the office introduces a labyrinth of legal and regulatory intricacies that demand meticulous attention. No matter how well-intentioned, poorly executed policies can spark discontent, diminish morale, and potentially trigger legal entanglements. This article offers practical strategies for navigating legal requirements for returning to the office while...

In the world of financial services, where trust and expertise reign supreme, Josiah Grauso stands out as a leader who combines both with an unwavering commitment to his clients and community. With nearly two decades of experience, Josiah has built a career defined by his ability to simplify complex financial...

The year 2025 unfolds against a backdrop of continued transformation in global labor markets. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, a confluence of factors, including rising living costs, geopolitical conflicts, the climate crisis, and economic downturns, has exacerbated the turbulence already present in technology-driven employment shifts. While the global economy shows signs...

Billionaire wealth worldwide surged to unprecedented levels in 2024, with the collective fortunes of the globe’s 500 wealthiest individuals increasing by $1.5 trillion to approximately $10 trillion. The rise marked the end of a three-year decline, with significant contributions from the tech sector and China’s recovering economy. Elon Musk retained...

The Big Question: How Can Legal Entrepreneurship Thrive in a VUCA World?  Legal entrepreneurship presents challenges and opportunities in a world defined by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA). The legal industry, often considered traditional and resistant to change, is undergoing a transformation fuelled by digitalisation, global expansion, and a...

Kris Thorkelson is a successful entrepreneur, real estate investor, and philanthropist based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Born on August 6, 1968, Kris grew up on a farm near Riverton, Manitoba, where he developed a strong work ethic and a passion for teamwork. In 2010, Kris founded Thorwin Properties, a company that...