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Beyond the Basics: How Optimising Non-Core Consumables Fuels Retail Resilience and Growth

Beyond the Basics: How Optimising Non-Core Consumables Fuels Retail Resilience and Growth

Ian Hall, CEO, CCS McLays In today’s challenging retail environment, UK retailers are grappling with a perfect storm of pressures. Rising oper..

Ant International Announces Sustainability Framework, Serving 100 mn Merchants to Advance Inclusive Growth in Re-globalisation

Ant International Announces Sustainability Framework, Serving 100 mn Merchants to Advance Inclusive Growth in Re-globalisation

-            The now-independent company combines techfin and sustainability work&nbs..

International fintech leader Paynt announces acquisition of Canadian payment firm E-xact Transactions, solidifying North American foothold

International fintech leader Paynt announces acquisition of Canadian payment firm E-xact Transactions, solidifying North American foothold

Firm set to complete further US acquisition by end of 2025 London, UK, June, 2025 - Paynt, a global payment technology leader, has strategic..

Clearhaus goes physical: Aarhus-based fintech turns 10 and sets its sights on Unified Commerce

Clearhaus goes physical: Aarhus-based fintech turns 10 and sets its sights on Unified Commerce

Clearhaus celebrates 10 years as an active acquirer and takes the next step toward Unified Commerce.  Clearhaus, one of Denmark’s leading ac..

The Policy Pile-Up: How Compliance Fatigue Silences Harassment Prevention—and What HR Can Do

The Policy Pile-Up: How Compliance Fatigue Silences Harassment Prevention—and What HR Can Do

Picture a shift supervisor already racing between flashing safety alerts, tightening output targets, and mountains of paperwork—every task flagged a..

World at brink of “second digital gold rush”

World at brink of “second digital gold rush”

But companies are struggling to monetise AI – and CFOs are sounding the alarm.New data has revealed that 71% of&nbs..

When climate disruption becomes a boardroom issue: Why I don't speak to the CSO without the CFO in the room

When climate disruption becomes a boardroom issue: Why I don't speak to the CSO without the CFO in the room

By Mike Mason, Chief Operating Officer at Earth BloxIn the past, sustainability used to be a passion project. Something bolted onto the business,..

Gene Slade’s Exclusive 4-Day On-Site Training Event in Columbus, OH: A Game-Changer for HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical Professionals

Gene Slade’s Exclusive 4-Day On-Site Training Event in Columbus, OH: A Game-Changer for HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical Professionals

Columbus, OH, is set to host an extraordinary opportunity for HVAC, plumbing, and electrical professionals from April 28th to May 1st, 2025. Gene Sl..

Offshore Hiring Done Right: How Outsourced Finds Top Talent

Offshore Hiring Done Right: How Outsourced Finds Top Talent

Companies that are seeking high-performing talent but find it difficult to recruit, afford, and retain that talent locally often look to the Philippin..

Starting a Logistics Business in America: Here's What You Should Know

Starting a Logistics Business in America: Here's What You Should Know

The United States boasts one of the world’s most dynamic logistics markets, driven by its vast geography, diverse industries, and relentless pace of t..

Key Factors to Consider Before Starting a Logistics Business in the UK

Key Factors to Consider Before Starting a Logistics Business in the UK

Starting a logistics business in the United Kingdom is an exciting endeavour that offers numerous opportunities as well as challenges. As a sector tha..

Why Unified Franchise Reviews: The Good, the Bad, and the Unexpected

Why Unified Franchise Reviews: The Good, the Bad, and the Unexpected

When considering a franchise opportunity, potential investors often seek comprehensive reviews to evaluate whether the offering aligns with their fi..

Ant International appoints Chief Innovation Officer to Spearhead AI-Driven Digitalisation Strategy with new Product, Technology and Innovation Framework

Ant International appoints Chief Innovation Officer to Spearhead AI-Driven Digitalisation Strategy with new Product, Technology and Innovation Framework

​Jiang-Ming Yang will be responsible for driving investments in and synergy between product and technology teams A new CIO Organisation will be create..

Strides Pharma Consolidates European Business-to-Business Operations in Switzerland

Strides Pharma Consolidates European Business-to-Business Operations in Switzerland

·        Market proximity of Strides Pharma International AG, based in Zug, Switzerland, opens the way for rapid ..

Some global property catastrophe reinsurance rates to fall 5% to 15% on Jan 1, broker says

Some global property catastrophe reinsurance rates to fall 5% to 15% on Jan 1, broker says

LONDON (Reuters) – Global property catastrophe reinsurance rates will fall 5% to 15% on Jan. 1 for books of businesses which hav..

Fuel Cards: The Ultimate Guide for UK Fleet Owners and Truck Drivers

Fuel Cards: The Ultimate Guide for UK Fleet Owners and Truck Drivers

Managing a fleet in today’s competitive and challenging world is no easy feat. From increasing fuel costs and driver management ..

Swiss International University Announces $21.7 Million Acquisition of Academies in Switzerland, Dubai and Kyrgyzstan

Swiss International University Announces $21.7 Million Acquisition of Academies in Switzerland, Dubai and Kyrgyzstan

Swiss International University LLC acquires four leading academies in Switzerland, Kyrgyzstan and the UAE from a well-established lear..

Smaller game titles stretched by delays in crowded market, Embracer CEO says

Smaller game titles stretched by delays in crowded market, Embracer CEO says

By Jesus Calero (Reuters) – Game development delays and extended production timelines are straining video game companies, the CE..

Games developer Embracer misses Q2 operating profit forecast

Games developer Embracer misses Q2 operating profit forecast

By Jesus Calero (Reuters) – Games developer Embracer on Thursday posted a bigger-than-expected drop in second-quarter operating ..

Greenwashing: The Perils of Misleading Sustainability in Advertising

Greenwashing: The Perils of Misleading Sustainability in Advertising

By Ronn Torossian founder 5WPR, a leading PR firm. Ronn Torossian In recent years, sustainability has emerged as a critic..

NEW LEADERSHIP TEAM DRIVES MAJOR YEAR-ON-YEAR GROWTH AT INFINOX CAPITAL LIMITED

NEW LEADERSHIP TEAM DRIVES MAJOR YEAR-ON-YEAR GROWTH AT INFINOX CAPITAL LIMITED

Companies House filings show a 117% increase in pre-tax profits and 70% reduction in administration costs New Leadership Team inclu..

Walmart, other US retailers import fewer Christmas goods ahead of tepid holiday season

Walmart, other US retailers import fewer Christmas goods ahead of tepid holiday season

By Richa Naidu, Aishwarya Venugopal and Siddharth Cavale (Reuters) – Santa Claus is not delivering as many Christmas trees, toys..

DHL reports Q3 net income below expectations

DHL reports Q3 net income below expectations

(Reuters) -German logistics giant DHL reported a third quarter net income of 751 million euros ($817 million) on Tuesday, missing anal..

China EV price deal needs be as effective as tariffs, says EU official

China EV price deal needs be as effective as tariffs, says EU official

BRUSSELS (Reuters) – Any agreement reached with Chinese producers on minimum prices for electric vehicles would need to be as ef..

Burberry shares jump on Moncler bid report

Burberry shares jump on Moncler bid report

(Reuters) -Burberry shares rose as much as 8% on Monday after a media report said Italian luxury outerwear maker Moncler was consideri..

Asia’s factory activity stagnates, taking shine off rebound in China

Asia’s factory activity stagnates, taking shine off rebound in China

By Leika Kihara TOKYO (Reuters) – Asia’s manufacturing activity stagnated in October as a rebound in China failed to give ..

Ericsson signs 5G ORAN deal with Spain’s MasOrange

Ericsson signs 5G ORAN deal with Spain’s MasOrange

  By Supantha Mukherjee STOCKHOLM (Reuters) – Ericsson has signed a 5G deal with Spain’s largest telecoms operator, M..

Covestro trims 2024 profit target again in a tough economy

Covestro trims 2024 profit target again in a tough economy

(Reuters) -German chemicals maker Covestro lowered the upper end of its full-year core profit forecast range on Tuesday for the second..

Volkswagen’s Traton reports higher sales in weak truck market

Volkswagen’s Traton reports higher sales in weak truck market

  (Reuters) -Volkswagen’s truck unit Traton on Monday reported a 3% rise in nine-month revenue amid subdued demand for comm..

Analysis-Bricks over clicks as shops come back into fashion in Europe

Analysis-Bricks over clicks as shops come back into fashion in Europe

By Alberto Chiumento and Paolo Laudani (Reuters) – The rise of online shopping has led to swathes of store closures, casting dou..

Global commercial insurance rates show first quarterly fall in seven years, Marsh says

Global commercial insurance rates show first quarterly fall in seven years, Marsh says

  LONDON (Reuters) – Global commercial insurance rates fell 1% in the third quarter of 2024, the first quarterly decline re..

Italgas posts third-quarter core profit up 10.9% ahead of 2i Rete Gas acquisition

Italgas posts third-quarter core profit up 10.9% ahead of 2i Rete Gas acquisition

  (Reuters) -Europe’s biggest gas distributor Italgas on Thursday reported 10.9% growth in third-quarter adjusted core earn..

Gold’s allure spreads as bulls lock in on fresh records

Gold’s allure spreads as bulls lock in on fresh records

  By Polina Devitt and Swati Verma LONDON (Reuters) – Gold is extending a period of successive record highs, moving the psy..

How Digital Tools Are Changing Business Operations

How Digital Tools Are Changing Business Operations

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, digital tools have become essential for enhancing efficiency, particularly for i..

French bank Credit Agricole to buy 50% of GAC’s leasing unit

French bank Credit Agricole to buy 50% of GAC’s leasing unit

  By Mathieu Rosemain and Sudip Kar-Gupta PARIS (Reuters) -Credit Agricole is planning to buy a 50% stake in the leasing unit of ..

Adidas raises 2024 guidance again, citing good brand momentum

Adidas raises 2024 guidance again, citing good brand momentum

  (Reuters) -Adidas on Tuesday raised its full-year sales and profit guidance, citing better than expected performance in the thi..

Britain’s SSE rebuffed EDP proposal to merge, sources say

Britain’s SSE rebuffed EDP proposal to merge, sources say

  By Andres Gonzalez, Sarah McFarlane and Sergio Goncalves LONDON (Reuters) – Portugal’s main power utility EDP initi..