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International Monetary Fund (IMF) economists emphasized that Asian economies are well-positioned to weather ongoing turbulence, despite facing internal challenges and potential external pressures, including the return of President-elect Donald Trump to the White House. IMF Asia-Pacific division chief Alasdair Scott noted the region’s resilience and significant growth potential, even as...

Global trade is on track to hit a record $33 trillion in 2024, representing a $1 trillion increase from the previous year, according to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). This 3.3% annual growth reflects the resilience of international trade, driven primarily by a significant surge in...

Remote and hybrid work models have reshaped the business landscape, offering flexibility and new ways to collaborate. Yet, as Simon De Baene, CEO of Workleap, emphasizes in his interview with me, the effectiveness of these models depends significantly on intentional in-person interactions. Based on his leadership of a globally distributed...

The recent data breach that exposed every American’s Social Security number has underscored the nation’s urgent need for a stronger cybersecurity workforce. NukuDo, a vertically integrated cybersecurity workforce development and staffing company, is stepping up to meet this demand through a rigorous, hands-on training model that challenges traditional cybersecurity education....

Italian beverage giant Campari has announced the appointment of Simon Hunt as its new chief executive officer. Hunt, a seasoned British-Australian manager, will step into the role following the tenure of interim co-CEOs Paolo Marchesini and Fabio Di Fede, who respectively serve as the group's chief financial and operating officer...

An estimated 197 million shoppers participated in the five-day Thanksgiving through Cyber Monday holiday shopping weekend, according to the latest survey by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Prosper Insights & Analytics. This figure marks the second-highest turnout in the survey's history, following last year’s record of 200.4 million, and...

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell recently indicated that the strong economy, low unemployment, robust consumer spending, and increased business investment provide the Fed the room to gradually reduce interest rates. In a speech delivered Dallas, Powell remarked, “The economy is not sending any signals that we need to be in...

Chief executive base salaries in the mining sector saw increases ranging from 2% to 12% in 2023, according to the Bedford Group/TRANSEARCH’s 2024 Board and Executive Compensation Report. Companies with assets under $100 million reported a median CEO salary of $251,988, while those with assets exceeding $20 billion paid a...

At the Women in Wealth Management Summit, Diana Oddi of Mandeville Private Client emphasized the company’s enduring branding strategy, which remains firmly rooted in its wealth-creation philosophy. She noted that the firm’s approach to branding has remained consistent over time, aligning with its foundational principles. Oddi explained that Mandeville’s wealth-creation...

Chris Conidis is a storyteller, creator, and performer with over 20 years of experience. He’s passionate about sharing ideas through writing, filmmaking, and comedy. Chris got his start at Universal Studios and Walt Disney World, creating experiences that brought stories to life for millions of guests. This hands-on work shaped...