Cost Is Still King
Why are business leaders so uneasy about the economy? There are plenty of reasons.
BCG’s annual survey of more than 570 global corporate leaders reveals that they are particularly concerned about geopolitical instability and are following global conflicts and trade tensions closely. They’re also looking for ways to respond to new tariffs and policy shifts enacted by the new US administration.
We found...
Meta’s Surge on Artificial Intelligence
Market Analysis by Antonio Di Giacomo, Financial Markets Analyst for LATAM at XS
“Meta Platforms Inc., the company behind Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has experienced an impressive surge in the stock market. Its shares have risen for 17 consecutive sessions, accumulating an 18% increase in less than a month. Since the beginning of 2025, the value of its stock has increased by more...
Palestinian economy reels under Covid-19 impact, enduring poverty and unemployment
UNCTAD urges the international community to extend sufficient and predictable financial support to the Palestinian...
Unemployment rate in the OECD area falls further to 5.5% in November 2021
The monthly unemployment rate in the OECD area fell to 5.5% in November 2021,...
24 Billion to Private Sector Emirati Competitiveness Programme
The United Arab Emirates today unveiled a sweeping program of reforms and financial incentives to drive new...
How are Investments Affected by High Unemployment Rate?
The unemployment rate jumped in April 2020 to a level not seen since the 1930s. The unemployment...
Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics (PCBS)
The Labour Force Survey Results 2020
The Impact of the Coronavirus Pandemic on the Labour Market, 2020
The labour market is...
Unemployment Main Concern for Business Leaders but Climate is Moving Up List of Top Risks
Unemployment is the main concern for business executives globally, with...
Construction industry in India to contract by 1.7% as government announces extension of lockdown
The Indian construction industry is expected to contract by 1.7% in...
COVID-19 pandemic accelerates construction job cuts in the Gulf
Lay-offs and redundancy activity has accelerated in the Middle East’s construction sector as it contends with...
Unemployment, Governance Challenges and Energy Price Shocks Seen as Major Risks in the Middle East and North Africa, Climate Change Possible Blind Spot
Business leaders...