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Adapt to automation to survive and thrive in the digital revolution

In order to find success in the Fourth Industrial Revolution, companies must undergo a comprehensive digital transformation and develop strategic partnerships

23 Aug 2019

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Thinking outside the box – Jesper Brodin takes IKEA digital

In recent years, digitalisation has vastly reshaped the retail sector. As the industry continues to change, Ingka Group CEO Jesper Brodin is aiming to put IKEA firmly in...

22 Aug 2019

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Closer EU-Morocco relations would benefit both parties – here’s why

Europe and Morocco have a long-standing – and sometimes fraught – relationship. For their partnership to reach its full potential, the two must address the way they work...

22 Aug 2019

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Out of the blocks: what Monerium’s e-money licence means for fintech

Earlier this year, the Icelandic start-up Monerium became the first European company to receive a licence to issue e-money over a blockchain network. Ultimately, this puts the firm...

21 Aug 2019

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Top CEOs say social responsibility should be prioritised over profits

The bosses of 181 of the US’ biggest companies have issued a new Statement on the Purpose of a Corporation, pushing societal benefits above shareholder profits

20 Aug 2019

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Putin advisor to leave the Kremlin for Eurasian Economic Commission

Sergei Glazyev, a strong advocate of state spending known for challenging the mainstream economic agenda in Russia, is leaving the Kremlin after seven years

16 Aug 2019

UBS to extend fees for wealthy clients

Faced with the prospect of continued low or negative interest rates, UBS has increased charges across its wealthy client base

6 Aug 2019

To become a better leader, look to neuroscience

Keeping physically fit is one thing, but maintaining good cognitive function is just as important – especially for business’ top decision-makers

2 Aug 2019

Top 5

Top 5 ways to promote a healthy workforce

Top 5 ways to survive a recession

Top 5 tips for avoiding the ‘conference vortex’

Top 5 tips for avoiding the ‘conference vortex’

Top 5 ways to maximise new parents’ work-life balance with technology

Top 5 ways to maximise new parents’ work-life balance with technology

Despite the obvious benefits to employers of ensuring psychological safety in the workplace, a study suggests that over half of employees in organisations around the world have experienced bullying at work

Top 5 ways to build psychological safety in the workplace

Automation can bring real benefits to the workforce if it is embraced. It is up to employers to prepare their staff for the changes that AI will bring

Top 5 ways to prepare your workforce for the AI revolution

Profiles

Thinking outside the box – Jesper Brodin takes IKEA digital

Jesper Brodin

Ingka Group

François-Henri Pinault’s refined approach brings Kering success

François-Henri Pinault

Kering

Anne-Marie Imafidon: STEM is key to bridging the gender pay gap

Anne-Marie Imafidon

Stemettes

Alejandro Artacho reinvents real estate with Spotahome

Alejandro Artacho

Spotahome

How CETA is forging a new economic relationship between Canada and the EU

The Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement will pave the way for unprecedented levels of economic cooperation between...

31 Jul 2019

Anglo American: mining must become sustainable

Effective partnerships and a clear social purpose are essential if mining is to have a positive impact on local communities and society more broadly

20 Aug 2019

Anglo American: mining must become sustainable

Equality Check is helping to close the economic gender gap – here’s how

Businesses currently lack the tools and motivation to create gender-equal workplaces. Equality Check, a platform that aims to boost transparency around unconscious gender bias, will help kick-start a...

19 Aug 2019

Equality Check is helping to close the economic gender gap – here’s how

EU watchdog warns of commercial property overvaluation

The EU’s financial stability watchdog has reported that commercial property prices show signs of overvaluation across Europe

30 Jul 2019

Awards Supplement 2018

The European CEO awards 2018 have now been announced, presenting our pick of the CEOs, companies and campaigns leading their sectors. View the winners here or browse the supplement in your browser or on your mobile device.

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With the US threatening to paralyse the World Trade Organisation, Canada and the EU have reached an agreement...

26 Jul 2019

Deutsche Bank posts biggest loss since financial crisis

German lender Deutsche Bank recorded a larger-than-forecast loss of €3.15bn for Q2 2019, the result of major restructuring...

24 Jul 2019

Gender-diverse companies outperform male-dominated rivals, Morgan Stanley finds

Organisations with a higher percentage of women in their workforce and boards typically see better share-price returns than their less diverse peers

14 Aug 2019

ABB hopes new CEO can overturn recent disappointments

Swiss engineering firm ABB appoints new CEO Björn Rosengren to transform the company’s fortunes after years of unsatisfactory results

12 Aug 2019

Reading the room – how recession influences interior design

Reading the room – how recession influences interior design

Many of the impacts of a recession are obvious: profits drop, jobs are slashed and numerous businesses shut...

15 Jul 2019

The dangers of the burgeoning wellness retreat industry

The dangers of the burgeoning wellness retreat industry

Wellness tourism’s shift towards medical-esque extremes could be indicative of a deeper obsession with performance

12 Jul 2019