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Former US President Donald Trump has renewed his attacks on the Federal Reserve, calling for its chair, Jerome Powell, to resign immediately in a fresh outburst that escalates long-running tensions between the former president and the nation’s central bank. Taking...

Global ingredient solutions leader Ingredion, Inc. has announced a major investment of $100 million to upgrade its manufacturing facility in Indianapolis, reinforcing its position as a key supplier of specialty starch-based texturizers for customers around the world. Valdirene Evans, senior...

In a remarkable step forward for fleet safety in the utilities sector, leading wastewater services provider Cappagh Browne has achieved a dramatic 95% reduction in dangerous driving behaviours within just one week, thanks to the deployment of Samsara’s Connected Operations®...

A growing number of small businesses across the UK say they are being crippled by “grossly inflated” costs for basic phone equipment rented on lengthy finance contracts — deals that some business owners claim were mis-sold and have left them...

China’s Guangdong Province has stepped up its international outreach with the official launch of four new international communication platforms designed to bridge cultural gaps and bring the province closer to audiences worldwide. At a launch event held on July 2,...

In a significant step to strengthen its partnership with the Sultanate of Oman, the World Bank Group (WBG) has appointed Wendy Werner as its first Country Manager for Oman. This milestone move comes alongside the opening of a new World...

A new global progress report on Sustainable Development Goal 7 — ensuring access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all — has sounded the alarm that the world remains off track to achieve universal energy access by 2030....

Spain has forged an alliance with the World Bank, unveiling an ambitious Global Hub designed to untangle fiscal knots by leveraging debt swaps as a conduit for sustainable advancement, the Spanish Ministry of Economy revealed on Tuesday. With affluent nations...

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has implored the world’s economic stewards to embark on swift, concerted endeavors to fortify the global fiscal architecture, rooted steadfastly in fairness, solidarity, and wide-ranging inclusion. Standing before the plenary congregation at the Fourth International Conference...

Emerging RegTech startup Zango AI has announced a successful $4.8 million seed funding round, setting the stage to revolutionize how financial institutions manage compliance. The funding was led by several notable venture firms and industry veterans, signaling growing confidence in...

In a major strategic move, London-based fintech giant Revolut has announced its plan to acquire the Argentine banking unit of BNP Paribas. This marks Revolut’s first direct entry into Argentina’s complex but promising financial market. With this acquisition, Revolut gains...

The global travel and tourism industry is experiencing a robust rebound in 2025, driven by strong post-pandemic demand, easing restrictions, and evolving consumer preferences. This resurgence is fueling growth across airlines, hotels, and related sectors worldwide. According to the World...

The global manufacturing sector is witnessing a surge in automation adoption, driving significant gains in productivity and operational efficiency. However, this technological shift is also fueling concerns about labor displacement and workforce skills requirements. According to the International Federation of...

After several challenging years marked by pandemic disruptions and economic uncertainty, commercial property markets worldwide are showing encouraging signs of recovery in mid-2025. Investors, developers, and tenants alike are cautiously optimistic as demand rebounds and market dynamics stabilize. According to...

Global retail supply chains are undergoing significant adjustments as evolving consumer preferences and technological advancements reshape the industry’s logistics and inventory strategies. Recent studies from RetailLogix show that faster delivery expectations, increased e-commerce penetration, and demand for sustainable products are...