Special Reports

A new survey conducted by the non-profit DataHaven has revealed that approximately 40% of Connecticut adults are facing financial challenges or "just getting by." The findings show that more residents report being in worse financial shape compared to a year ago than those who say their situation has improved, with...

A recent study by Egon Zehnder reveals that a majority of CEOs anticipate "groundbreaking systemic changes" over the next decade. In response, they acknowledge the growing importance of working collaboratively with governments to drive positive societal transformation. The survey found that 80% of global CEOs believe their responsibilities now extend...

A recent survey by Prosper Insights & Analytics has highlighted a significant increase in jewelry purchases among younger consumers this holiday season. The findings indicate that 30% of individuals aged 18-24 plan to give jewelry as gifts, the highest percentage across all age groups. This trend reflects a shift in...

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...

The Winklevoss twins, Tyler and Cameron, remain influential figures in the cryptocurrency industry, with Bitcoin holdings estimated at 70,000 BTC. Similarly, Elon Musk's Tesla maintains a significant position with 11,509 BTC, reflecting the growing involvement of major corporate players in the crypto space. Governments worldwide are also key participants in...

A Delaware judge has once again ruled against Elon Musk’s record-breaking $55.8 billion Tesla compensation package, a decision that could strip billions from the world’s wealthiest individual. On Monday, Kathaleen St. Jude McCormick, the Delaware Chancery Court judge, determined that Musk exerted undue influence over Tesla’s board when it approved...

In the span of just one week, more than $80 million worth of luxury real estate has been listed in some of Auckland’s most affluent suburbs, including Remuera, Parnell, Orakei, and Epsom. Over 30 high-end homes have entered the market, many seeking buyers before the holiday season. Some properties, with...

A new report from the International Labour Organization (ILO) has revealed that wage inequality has decreased in approximately two-thirds of countries since 2000. Despite this progress, the ILO emphasized that significant wage disparities persist globally. The Global Wage Report 2024-2025: Is wage inequality decreasing globally? shows that since the early...

NielsenIQ (NIQ), in partnership with World Data Lab (WDL), has published Spend Z: A Global Report, offering a comprehensive analysis of Gen Z’s consumer behavior, values, and spending habits. As the largest generation globally, Gen Z is poised to reshape the consumer market, with their spending power projected to reach...

A recent report by NTT Data reveals that nearly all business leaders surveyed have already invested in generative AI, with 83% establishing specialized teams to focus on the technology. The Global GenAI Report: How Organizations Are Mastering Their Generative AI Destiny in 2025 surveyed over 2,300 IT and business leaders...