Luxury conglomerate Kering, the parent company of Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent, and Bottega Veneta, has reaffirmed its commitment to keeping production in Europe despite trade tensions. Addressing concerns over potential tariffs imposed by former U.S. President Donald Trump, the company stated that it had no intention of shifting manufacturing to...

Streaming is now the default way billions of people around the world access entertainment, replacing cable TV and physical media with an endless buffet of on-demand content. As global OTT video subscriptions head toward an estimated 2 billion by 2028, the industry’s strategy has historically revolved around scaling fast to...

Scott Barbrack has spent decades mastering the fast-paced world of finance. He has also explored the restaurant industry, invested in fashion, and supported causes close to his heart. His story is one of adaptability, risk-taking, and lifelong learning. “I’ve always been drawn to opportunities that challenge me,” he says. “Whether...

Starting March 1, 2025, Clarice Au will step into the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Retail Hong Kong at AS Watson Group. In this capacity, she will be responsible for overseeing the company’s four major retail brands in Hong Kong: Watsons, PARKnSHOP, Fortress, and Watson’s Wine. With a...

Gavin Isaacs has stepped down as CEO of Entain with immediate effect, departing after just over five months in the role. While the company did not disclose specific reasons for the abrupt exit, it stated that the decision was reached by mutual agreement. In the interim, Stella David, currently serving...

Cemex has announced that its CEO, Fernando A. González, will retire after a distinguished career spanning more than 35 years with the company. The Board of Directors has appointed Jaime Muguiro as his successor, with the leadership transition set to take effect on April 1, 2025. Rogelio Zambrano, Chairman of...

Hellmann Worldwide Logistics has appointed Lee I’Ons as the new Regional CEO for the IMEA region and a member of the International Executive Board, effective April 1, 2025. He takes over from Madhav Kurup, who has successfully led the region since 2008 and was recently promoted to the Global Management...

Allianz Trade has announced upcoming leadership transitions within its regional teams. James Daly, CEO of Allianz Trade in Americas, will retire on June 30, 2025, concluding a 22-year tenure with the company. Since joining Allianz Trade in 2003 as Commercial Director for the UK & Ireland, Daly has held multiple...

The PwC 2025 Global CEO Survey has revealed a surge in optimism among business leaders in Sub-Saharan Africa, with 63% of CEOs expressing confidence in the future of the global economy. This marks a notable increase from the previous year, when only 51% shared this outlook. In comparison, 58% of...