Chan Heng Fai Ambrose, Executive Chairman of DSS Inc. (AMEX: DSS), and Alset Inc., a company under his control, have made substantial investments in DSS stock despite challenging market conditions. Over the past year, DSS shares have dropped nearly 63%, significantly below their 52-week high of $3.08. On December 10,...

Omnicom and IPG have recently unveiled their acquisition agreement, a move that could shake up the advertising world shortly after Publicis achieved its status as the largest holding company globally. Arthur Sadoun, CEO of Publicis, addressed employees through a company-wide video message, offering a mix of humor and strategic insight....

Heineken N.V.'s Supervisory Board has announced significant leadership transitions set to take place following the Annual General Meeting (AGM) in April 2025. Peter Wennink, currently Vice-Chair of the Supervisory Board, will step into the role of Chair. Wennink, who joined the Supervisory Board in 2024, has been a vital contributor...

The world’s 26 poorest countries face a pivotal 25 years to progress from low-income to middle-income status, according to a new World Bank analysis. These nations, home to over 40% of people surviving on less than $2.15 a day, are at the center of global efforts to eliminate extreme poverty....

Countries participating in the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) stand to significantly enhance their economic prospects, according to Andrei Ostrovsky, chief researcher at the Institute of Oriental Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences. Ostrovsky explained that the BRI emphasizes joint development and mutual benefits for all member nations. To...

The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) is set to present its flagship annual report, Preliminary Overview of the Economies of Latin America and the Caribbean 2024, on Wednesday, December 18. The report will analyze the region’s economic performance over the past year and provide updated growth...

To be in the top 1% of earners in the United States, households need to bring in nearly $800,000 annually on a national scale. However, in some areas, earning half that amount could still grant entry into this exclusive group. A report by Axios highlights that location plays a critical...

eBay has expanded Klarna’s buy now, pay later (BNPL) payment options to six additional European countries following a successful launch in Germany. Shoppers in Austria, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, and the United Kingdom can now access these flexible payment methods, according to a joint press release issued on Thursday,...

Connecticut undeniably ranks first with the highest expenditure on higher education, investing an impressive $1,734 per person holding a bachelor's degree or higher. New Jersey and Illinois claim the second and third spots, respectively, demonstrating significant commitment to educational funding. Meanwhile, Florida ranks bottom, allocating a mere $572 per person...