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Back to homepageQNB 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
Read MorePowering 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
Read MoreMitigating 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
Read MoreBlackRock 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
Read MoreAsian Development Bank on The Cost of Inaction: How Climate Change Threatens Asia and the Pacific
Without decisive and sustained action, Asia and the Pacific face unprecedented warming, extreme weather, and economic devastation. Rising temperatures, intensifying storms, and severe flooding are just a glimpse of what’s to come if urgent measures are not taken. Climate change
Read MoreC&R Group: Leading the Future of Share Registry Services in East Africa
C&R Group has established itself as the leading share registrar in Kenya, with a growing presence in Uganda. Since its inception in 1986 as the in-house share registry department of one of Kenya’s largest banks, the firm has built its
Read MoreLeo Burnett: The Man Who Gave Brands a Heartbeat
He believed in the power of simple truths, the inherent drama of everyday products, and the ability of advertising to connect on a deeply human level. This is the story of Leo Burnett, the creative visionary who brought us enduring
Read MoreBuffett’s Annual Letter 2024: Berkshire Hathaway’s Record Cash Pile, Japan Bets, and Tax Message
Warren Buffett’s latest annual letter to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders confirms that the Omaha-based conglomerate is sitting on a record-breaking USD 321.4 billion in cash and Treasury bills. Some investors might be unsettled by this growing war chest, but Buffett’s reassurance
Read MoreNissan’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
Read MoreGlobal 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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