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Nissan’s Decline: A Story of Missed Opportunities and Mounting Challenges
Once a titan of the automotive industry, Nissan now grapples with a series of setbacks threatening its long-term viability. From falling sales and a damaged brand image to an outdated product lineup and tensions within the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance, the road
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Global Banks’ Retreat from China: What Went Wrong?
Not so long ago, China was hailed as the next big frontier for Wall Street. The nation’s financial markets, once considered relatively untapped, were said to be worth a staggering US$67 trillion, drawing interest from global banks eager to capture
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The Economics of Valentine’s
As consumer spending and seasonal sentiment increasingly drive market dynamics, Valentine’s Day continues to be a crucial date for retailers worldwide. This article examines global spending trends, online vs. high-street shopping behaviors, and places a particular spotlight on the pivotal
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Get NEDs, Get Ahead: These People are Important for Your Business
Companies across industries are recognising the value that NEDs — non-executive directors — bring to their boards. NEDs: do we need them? Yes, say the stats, and the experts: Non-executive directors help to drive growth and long-term sustainability. It was
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New Wealth Wave: How the Rich Are Getting Richer — and Younger
The number of ultra-wealthy individuals is increasing, and their average age is dropping. Why, and how? From the heads of established firms to enterprising “cryptobros” making their presence felt, income levels are rising like a king tide. There’s a shift
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Wall Street Checkmate: The Intriguing Story of Chess Expertise and Business
High-level finance is a combat zone, and every choice can make or break a career. Move carefully… Can the strategies learned on the chessboard provide an advantage in the boardroom? This question motivated a Wall Street hedge fund to seek
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Secondaries Soar: Private Equity’s Secondary Market
A once-niche market is booming, thanks to shifting needs, greater liquidity demands, and a growing appetite for investments. The private equity secondary market, once a tiny segment of the investment world, is experiencing a tremendous spike in activity. It allows
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Lancaster University Spinout Secures Funding to Advance Healthcare Diagnostics
Lancaster University spin out CCI Photonics has secured significant funding to develop its diagnostic technology, which aims to improve healthcare outcomes. This groundbreaking technology uses AI to detect infectious diseases and determine patients’ antibiotic susceptibilities in under 15 minutes. The
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The Restaurant Industry: A Recipe for Disaster or Resilience?
The High-Stakes Business of Running a Restaurant The dream of opening a restaurant is one shared by many, but the reality is far less romantic. The industry is known for its high failure rate, with nearly 60% of new restaurants
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Otaviano Canuto on Aging and the Immigration Conundrum: A Demographic Dilemma
Across the globe, populations are aging as declining fertility rates and increased longevity reshape demographic landscapes. While longer life expectancy is a testament to medical and public health advancements, the persistent decline in birth rates presents an economic challenge of
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