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Russian Gas Transit to Europe Discontinued Following Lapse of Ukrainian Agreement
Ukraine has terminated a longstanding transit arrangement that, even amid an active conflict with Moscow since 2022, allowed Russian oil and gas to continue flowing to European markets. By choosing not to renew the deal, Kyiv has cut off a
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Banks and Work-Life Balance: A Step in the Right Direction
How BNY Mellon’s Recharge Period Sets a New Benchmark for Employee Well-Being The finance industry and work-life balance have long been uneasy bedfellows. Despite periodic efforts by banks to improve working conditions, many employees remain sceptical, often dismissing these initiatives
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AI Governance in Financial Services: A Board-Level Imperative
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the financial services industry, offering unprecedented opportunities to streamline operations, enhance customer experiences, and unlock competitive advantages. At the same time, this evolution introduces complex challenges related to compliance, ethics, risk management, and maintaining
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AI in Financial Services: Preparing for the Next Two Years
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the financial services industry. According to McKinsey & Company, generative AI could add the equivalent of $2.6 trillion to $4.4 trillion annually in value across 63 analyzed use cases. For executives in financial services,
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The Exponential Growth of AI Computing Power: Trends and Predictions for the Next Five Years
The field of artificial intelligence (AI) has experienced remarkable growth in recent years, driven by advancements in algorithms, the availability of massive datasets, and, crucially, the exponential increase in computing power. This article explores the projected growth of compute power
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The Economics of Christmas
Unwrapping the Global Trends in Online and High Street Shopping During the Festive Season The Christmas season has long been synonymous with economic activity. As consumer spending peaks, both online and traditional retail channels vie for a share of the
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The Billionaire Hand-Me-Downs: What the Great Wealth Transfer Means for the World
As the wealthiest and oldest prepare to pass on their fortunes, the implications for the global economy are profound. Will their heirs preserve, squander, or redefine these immense legacies? The Wealth Transfer in Context Two key trends define today’s global
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The Great ‘Ex-Retire Hire’: Over-50s Plugging Labour Shortages
Guy Garnett explores the fascinating return of retirees to the workforce, driven by labour shortages and economic pressures. A Surprising Shift in Recruitment Trends Recent research from LinkedIn reveals that nearly three-quarters of UK businesses are actively hiring retirees to
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Josiah Wedgwood: A Potter Who Gave Birth to a Brand
Josiah Wedgwood is remembered as a trailblazer, not just for his ceramics, but also for his pioneering marketing and branding initiatives—before “marketing” and “branding” even existed. Wedgwood understood the need to create demand, cultivate an identity, and connect with customers
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From Pharmacy Giant to Turnaround Target: Can Sycamore Partners Revive Walgreens?
In its prime, Walgreens was a towering force in the pharmacy and retail sectors. By 2015, the company’s valuation soared past $100bn, reflecting its dominance in the U.S. pharmacy market and growing international ambitions. Fast forward to today, and Walgreens’
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