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Rate Holds Dominate as Major Central Banks Navigate a Fragile Global Economy
Monetary policymakers from the world’s largest economies are opting to play a cautious hand. This week, the US Federal Reserve, Bank of Japan (BoJ), Bank of England (BoE), People’s Bank of China (PBoC), and Sweden’s Riksbank all announced they would
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“Mad Men”: A Retrospect – The Men, The Women, and the Martini-Soaked Magic of Madison Avenue
“Mad Men”, the award-winning AMC drama, wasn’t just television; it was a cultural phenomenon. More than a decade after its finale, the series remains a towering achievement in storytelling and visual artistry, praised for its stylish portrayal of the 1960s
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ASML and the Unrivalled Future of Semiconductor Lithography: Can Global Rivals Compete?
When contemplating the geopolitical chessboard of semiconductor manufacturing, the mind often drifts to the sprawling tech hubs of Taiwan, South Korea, Japan, and the United States. From the industrial corridors of Hsinchu to the megafabs of Gyeonggi Province and Arizona,
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Welcome to the Correction: Wall Street Teeters Amid Trade Tensions
The S&P 500 officially entered correction territory this week, sliding over 10 percent from its most recent peak. As of yesterday, the index dropped a further 1.4 percent—its steepest single-day decline since President Donald Trump first took office. Meanwhile, the
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Mary Wells Lawrence: The Woman Who Redefined Advertising
She shattered the glass ceiling of Madison Avenue, infusing it with bold creativity, glamour, and a fearless sense of innovation. This is the story of Mary Wells Lawrence, the trailblazing visionary behind campaigns like “I ♥ NY,” who proved that
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China Targets America’s Farms as Trump Tariffs Spur Retaliation
The Trump 2.0 administration is taking aim at China in its escalating tariff regime, but Beijing has responded with countermeasures that are hitting America’s agricultural heartland especially hard. After United States policymakers doubled levies on Chinese imports to 20% last
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QNB Egypt: Driving Financial Excellence and Inclusion in the Egyptian Market
QNB Egypt, one of the leading financial institutions in Egypt, has been a key player in the country’s banking sector since its establishment in April 1978. As a subsidiary of QNB Group—the largest financial institution in the Middle East and
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Powering Africa’s Future: An Interview with the Founder & CEO of Ariya Capital Group
As Africa’s energy sector undergoes rapid transformation, Ariya Capital Group stands at the forefront, driving investment and innovation in clean and renewable energy. In this exclusive interview, the Founder & CEO of Ariya Capital Group Dr Herta von Stiegel discusses
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Mitigating AI Gender Bias Risks in the Workplace
AI is transforming the workplace, providing unparalleled opportunities for efficiency. However, like any powerful tool, AI also presents its own set of risks unless this is managed effectively by employers. We have all witnessed the meteoric rise of AI in
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BlackRock Gains Strategic Foothold at the Panama Canal
In a sweeping infrastructure play, global asset manager BlackRock has spearheaded a consortium acquiring two pivotal ports — Balboa on the Pacific side and Cristóbal on the Atlantic side — straddling the Panama Canal. The US$23 billion deal is one
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