Special Reports

An analysis by PwC found that over half of the Fortune 500 companies listed in 2003—52%, to be precise—are no longer on the list today. Some of these organizations declared bankruptcy, others were acquired, and some ceased operations entirely. This stark reality underscores the tangible risk of corporate decline. The...

A fast-spreading wildfire, fueled by powerful Santa Ana winds, is ravaging one of Southern California's most affluent neighborhoods. As of Tuesday evening, the Franklin Fire had scorched 3,049 acres, prompting widespread closures and evacuations. Schools in Malibu have been shut down, portions of the Pacific Coast Highway closed, and Pepperdine...

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...

A recurring theme at the recent climate talks in Baku, Azerbaijan, was the mounting frustration from the poorest and most vulnerable nations over the inadequate financial support offered by developed countries. These nations urgently need such funding to counter the devastating impacts of climate change on their economies and communities....

A recent PwC CEO survey highlighted that 84% of Qatar’s top business leaders are optimistic about the emirate's growth in 2024, with 71% planning to increase hiring—figures nearly twice the global average. Additionally, 68% of respondents expressed confidence in their firms’ revenue potential over the next three years, reinforcing the...

Investec Bank highlights a growing optimism in the brokerage sector, attributing it to the increasing role brokers play in addressing the complex financing needs of high-net-worth (HNW) clients. As these clients seek funding solutions based on diverse, non-salaried income sources, brokers are uniquely positioned to bridge the gap, meeting financial...

Tennessee has experienced significant growth in recent years, raising questions about how wealth is distributed across the state. SmartAsset, a financial advisory firm, has ranked the wealthiest counties in the U.S. based on median incomes, investment incomes, and property values, using data from sources such as the Census, IRS, and...

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...

Latin American countries have been collaborating in recent years to create an interconnected network of electric vehicle (EV) charging corridors aimed at accelerating EV adoption and advancing sustainable transportation throughout the region. One of the newest additions to these efforts is the Caribbean Electric Route, featuring charging stations across five...

The European Central Bank (ECB) is anticipated to implement another interest rate cut this week, marking its third consecutive reduction as it seeks to stimulate lending and revitalize consumer spending and business investment across the 20 eurozone countries. Having aggressively raised rates starting in mid-2022 to combat soaring energy and...