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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Johan Thijs and KBC’s Transformative Support of Werchter Boutique Festival

Under the leadership of CEO Johan Thijs, KBC Group has been a steadfast supporter of Belgium’s Werchter Boutique Festival, blending meaningful sponsorship with digital innovation and employee engagement. A Legacy of Meaningful Sponsorship KBC’s involvement with the Werchter Boutique Festival

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KBC Group: A Digital-First Pioneer with an Eye on Sustainability and Growth

KBC Group has positioned itself as a leader in the financial services sector by combining its digital-first with a human touch approach, sustainable strategies, and wide geographic reach. With the Pearl+ strategy at its core and an innovative bancassurance model,

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The Booming Second-Hand Economy: Platforms Like Wallapop and Vinted Transforming Markets

The second-hand economy is no longer a niche. It’s a booming global industry reshaping the way we shop, think about value, and approach sustainability. With platforms like Wallapop and Vinted, second-hand marketplaces are driving this transformation while achieving multi-billion-pound valuations.

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North America’s Bold New Frontier: Silicon Valley’s Impact and Beyond

Technology will continue to revolutionise North America, with implications for the world economy. The North American continent, famous for its technical prowess and entrepreneurial zeal, is a global beacon of innovation. While Silicon Valley remains the epicentre of this creative

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Ploughing a Determined Path to Lead the Field in Financial Sector

MD and CEO of Nigeria’s Jaiz Bank Haruna Musa has many strings to his bow — and many accolades for his prowess. Nigerian pioneer non-interest financial institution Jaiz Bank Plc has been providing services to individuals, corporate and government entities

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Driving Change: Empowering Inclusion and Innovation at Boursa Kuwait

At Boursa Kuwait, inclusion, diversity, and innovation drive the mission to transform Kuwait’s capital markets into a platform for opportunity, empowerment, and resilience. At Boursa Kuwait, we see markets as more than just numbers and charts. They are dynamic platforms

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Laying Foundations for Renewed Growth — and a Secure Future

Health insurance is undergoing a ‘moment’ in Spain, and one dynamic company has its finger on the pulse. The health insurance has continuously expanded in Spain since 2012 — and is responsible for more than a quarter of the nation’s

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