Special Reports

A Swiss court has been presented with startling evidence suggesting that Britain's wealthiest family, the Hindujas, have treated their pet dog better than their household staff. Prosecutors allege severe exploitation and trafficking of employees at the family's Lake Geneva villa, calling for jail sentences for members of the billionaire clan....

A recent Marketbuzzz survey identifies environmental issues as the foremost concern for Thais in 2024, with 30% of respondents highlighting pollution and related problems. This is closely followed by worries about rising prices at 28%. Grant Bertoli, CEO of Marketbuzzz, noted that environmental concerns and rising prices are major issues...

A recent surge in the stock market, real estate, and cryptocurrencies has led to a 4% increase in the number of ultra-wealthy individuals worldwide, according to a new report. The report from Knight Frank Wealth, a real estate consultancy, details the minimum net worth needed to be among the top...

Gregorio Perez Companc, a pivotal figure in Argentina's corporate sector who diversified investments across telecommunications, agriculture, and oil, has passed away at the age of 89. Perez Companc, often referred to as Goyo, was a dominant force in Argentina's business landscape, heading the industrial giant known initially as Compania Naviera...

According to research data from CEOWORLD magazine, Ukraine had a trade surplus with its top 15 trading partners in 2023, representing the difference between its exports and imports. China was Ukraine’s largest trading partner, with trade revenue amounting to around $12.9 billion. Poland ranked as Ukraine’s second-leading trade partner, with...

Bank executives are eager to integrate generative AI into their operations to stay competitive, but they face resistance from employees, according to a global study by IBM. The study reveals that 60% of banking and financial markets chief executives are accelerating AI adoption faster than their employees are comfortable with....

A forthcoming Bentley University-Gallup poll reveals that 83% of Americans believe it is crucial for businesses to minimize the pay gap between CEOs and average employees, with 56% considering the issue "extremely important." However, only 13% feel that companies are currently doing a good job in this regard, and 66%...

Peaceful societies enjoy not only higher income growth and stronger currencies but also greater political stability and increased happiness among their citizens. These societies also attract higher levels of foreign investment. The economic toll of violence on the global economy is staggering: in 2023, it amounted to $19.1 trillion in...

The Gender Gap Index, now in its 18th edition, evaluates 146 countries. The global gender gap in 2024 stands at 68.6%, showing a marginal improvement of 0.1 percentage points from the previous year. The slow pace of progress suggests that achieving full parity will take 134 years or approximately five...

Baby boomers are expected to significantly influence crypto markets indirectly through a major intergenerational wealth transfer. This shift is anticipated to funnel substantial funds into the hands of younger, crypto-savvy generations. Additionally, baby boomers may begin investing in digital assets themselves following the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's recent approval...