Special Reports

A new study from financial consultancy the lang cat has revealed that only 9% of people in the UK currently pay for financial advice, down from 11% in 2023. This decline has led the lang cat to question the effectiveness of the Financial Conduct Authority's (FCA) Consumer Duty regulation, which...

Recent findings from the National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER) indicate a significant reduction in poverty levels in India over the past decade. According to a research paper titled "Rethinking Social Safety Nets in a Changing Society," authored by Sonalde Desai, poverty has decreased from 21.2% in 2011-12 to...

Across the globe, 91 countries and territories have implemented full or partial bans on plastic bags. Africa has been particularly proactive in this area, while Europe predominantly opts for charging fees or taxes to curb plastic bag usage. However, the trend in Europe is shifting towards bans, especially for smaller...

Despite mounting concerns about rising prices, the United States has maintained its position as the world’s largest economy, with an impressive GDP of $28.78 trillion. China closely follows with a substantial GDP of $18.54 trillion. Meanwhile, Germany solidified its position as Europe’s economic leader with a GDP of $4.59 trillion,...

Singapore ranks as one of the top three most optimistic markets, according to the June 2024 Ipsos What Worries the World global survey, with 79% optimism. Second is Indonesia, with 70% optimism, and India is closely behind at 69%. In contrast, the survey indicates a widespread sense of pessimism among...

Deloitte, in partnership with Workplace Intelligence, released a report on the critical role of leaders in advancing human sustainability. Based on a survey of 3,150 employees, managers, and executives across the U.S., U.K., Canada, and Australia, the report reveals that a significant majority of C-suite executives, including nearly 80% of...

In today’s world, energy CEOs wield immense influence over the global economy. CEOWORLD magazine handpicks the top energy CEOs who are making a significant impact on the industry and their companies. This elite list of the top 10 most successful global energy CEOs comprises the industry’s most influential and renowned...

Annually, CEOWORLD magazine compiles a list of top books in business, technology, workplace culture, and more, endorsed by influential leaders like CEOs, CFOs, senior executives, business leaders, private equity investors, investment bankers, and high-net-worth individuals. Make sure to delve into their 2024 annual book recommendations for an exceptional read! Have...

The 2024 ranking of the world's largest economies by Gross Domestic Product (GDP) reveals some intriguing insights into global economic dynamics. The United States retained its position as the world's leading economy, boasting a GDP of $28.78 trillion. This dominance is underpinned by advancements in technology, robust consumer spending, and a...

In 2022, Spain experienced a notable increase in high-earning taxpayers thanks to robust corporate profits, a thriving economy, and strong employment figures. The number of individuals with an annual declared income exceeding $646,000 surged by 25% compared to the previous year, reaching a record 15,186. This represents the highest number...