Will innovative finance tackle the sustainable development goals and save the planet?
The world is halfway to the 2030 deadline of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. As challenges abound, a crucial issue needs attention: how to foot the bill.
Palestinian diaspora: The female custodians of an ancient culture
Resisting the erasure of an identity that dates to pre-biblical times, diaspora Palestinians focus on what lies beyond the painful headlines – the Palestinian culture.
Soaring inflation leaves UK struggling in international competitiveness
A recent ranking shows Britain's global competitiveness dropping for the second year in a row, as business executives lose confidence in the country.
Wrong policy decisions may play a key role in Britain's high inflation rates
Apart from global factors, UK policy decisions have exacerbated inflation – whether post-pandemic public spending or the slow pace of interest rate hikes.
Is the soaring cost of living rooted in a deeper "cost of adaptation" crisis?
Climate and economic experts are pointing out that the systemic global and local problems behind sticky food inflation need more than just monetary approaches.
Latest labour market data spells more trouble for UK mortgage holders
A reported 1.3 million UK households with mortgages were already expecting increased costs at the start of the year. The latest data means there is more pain yet to come.
Social housing staff latest in a series of public employees to announce strike action over pay and conditions
Workers at the Housing Ombudsman and the Regulator of Social Housing have announced a week of strike action in June.
May data shows vacancy growth is slowing slightly, yet British skills gap is still hindering economic recovery
Vacancy growth is at its lowest since early 2021, but employers still cannot find qualified staff – especially as wage growth continues, albeit more slowly.
Digitisation of consumer finance is getting closer to disrupting the resilience of traditional players
Though traditional banks and credit card providers have thus far thrived in the face of new models of consumer finance, they are finally facing a challenge.
Singer-Songwriter Dua Lipa shines light on Books Unlocked literacy programme in visit to HMP Downview prison
Dua Lipa visited a women's prison in support of Books Unlocked, a prison literacy programme with the potential to become an important restorative justice tool.
Japan's stock market in a rally reminiscent of its 90's glory
As Japan's stock market posts a 33-year high, optimists point to the underlying robustness of firms' earnings but pessimists are wary of potential policy change.
City leaders in fresh bid to stem London Stock Exchange exodus
Against a backdrop of some high-profile departures from the British stock market, a new Taskforce brings together various stakeholders to brainstorm solutions.
Émigrés in war: Russian women in tech reflect from afar
Russians are some of the tech industry's most successful players. Tech may make them globally mobile, but they still lament for their country.
Pakistan's political wheel of fortune keeps turning after former PM Imran Khan's arrest
Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan was arrested this week in a corruption case that may have merit. Yet the reason for the move is unlikely to be anti-corruption.
Experts believe UK homeowners can use their houses to aid them amidst cost of living crisis
"Making money off your home is ideal for people that don't have much time and want to generate cash to help with their bills," says Greg Wilson, CEO and co-founder of Quotezone.co.uk.
As Israel turns 75, PM Netanyahu's proposed judicial reforms dampen the mood
As Israel turns 75, festivities are marred by a controversial judicial reform. The coalition has ratcheted up concerns among Israelis and Palestinians alike.
Big consultancies promise change amid scandals, but what about employees?
Amid grand promises of change, have the top guns of management consulting forgotten two key stakeholders: junior consulting staff and impacted client staff?
JP Morgan leads the pack as good news in the banking sector improves general economic outlook
Whilst the economic outlook is still uncertain after the March collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and near-collapse of Credit Suisse, recent results bring good news.
Whilst hybrid working is here to stay, employees still value time in the office
Hybrid working has seen a permanent increase post-pandemic. Whilst this is important to employees, recent findings from a survey suggest they also value time at the office.
Ways employers can support their employees as real wages continue to fall
As both businesses and individuals suffer from the high cost of living and inflation of 10.4 per cent, employers can support their employees in many ways without breaking the bank.
WANdisco sees senior resignations on heels of £92m financial scandal
WANdisco confirmed in March that falsified data overstated revenue by £92 million. The firm says the irregularities point to one senior sales employee.
As footfall takes a dive, restaurants say energy bills will crush them
The hospitality sector says energy price hike of £7.3 billion is unsustainable in the wake of reduced government support, as it also faces reduced consumer spending
Direct-to-consumer e-commerce surpasses £122 billion, doubling post-pandemic
DTC sales took off as a lifeline during Covid, now surpassing £122.7 in sales, according to eMarketer. However, companies must ensure they are properly equipped if they are to capture DTC's significant future potential.
Is communication the key to retaining talent amongst current economic turmoil?
As worker shortages plague the UK economy amidst a cost of living crisis, new research shows good communication is key to talent retention.
Recent data shows gender pay gap is still prevalent
There is more transparency around gender pay gap reporting, which will help address the gap. However, pay differences persist in both the US and the UK.
Pakistan in Economic Purgatory: The Way Out Depends on Human Development
Although it is in the headlines for political turmoil, Pakistan is facing its worst-ever financial crisis. Even officials have uttered the taboo word: Default?
Food security in the UK: The post-Brexit reality for farming and fishing
Farming and Fishing are the two UK sectors most impacted by Brexit. Experts discuss what needs to be done to recover from Brexit and thrive in the future.
Deforestation in the tropics linked to reduction in rainfall, according to climate change study
"There need to be renewed efforts to stop forests being lost and to regenerate lost and degraded areas," says Professor Dominick Spracklen.
UK wages at 32-year high even as labour market fears possible recession
Despite an economic slowdown widely expected to morph into a recession later this year, the labour market remains tight, with upward pressure on wages.
UK economy in crisis, as the Chancellor urges missing workforce to return
Latest figures from the ONS reveal zero GDP growth in Q4 2022. A labour shortage is part of the problem, with the Chancellor urging people to return to work.
