Hong Kong resumed its half-century run as the world’s freest economy, wresting the title from rival Singapore, according to a Canadian researcher. Hong Kong’s score of 8.58 edged out Singapore’s 8.55, according to the Fraser Institute’s latest Economic Freedom of the World report, covering 2022. Last year, the researcher announced that Hong Kong had ceded
A passionate advocate for financial independence and social change, Hana Hamzeh founded Fifreedomtoday to provide practical tools and strategies for Arab youth to help them navigate their financial journeys. The media platform today, embodies a vision of financial empowerment and purpose-driven living, which goes beyond wealth building. In an interview with Business Frontier, Founder &
With over 40 years of experience advising global giants such as bp, Toyota, and Merck, Bruce Piasecki has consistently championed the integration of wealth creation and environmental responsibility. The President and Founder of AHC Group, a management-consulting firm, Piasecki continues to cultivate leaders who prioritise sustainability in their business strategies through his workshops, writings and
Driven by a deep commitment to ethical behaviour and organisational integrity, Chief Compliance Officer Yashwant Singh has built a distinguished career in compliance. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for navigating the complexities of laws and regulations, he plays a pivotal role in ensuring that business operations align with both internal and
Mercer, a global leader in redefining the world of work, reshaping retirement and investment outcomes, and a business of Marsh McLennan, has expanded its presence in the Emirates with the opening of an onshore office in Abu Dhabi, located in the Aldar Headquarters, Al Raha. The addition of this onshore presence in the city of
The Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) sector in the UAE has experienced remarkable growth, particularly as the post-pandemic world begins to settle. With COVID-19’s disruptions now behind, the SME sector is flourishing, bolstered by strong governmental support and a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem. This favorable environment has paved the way for prosperity, positioning SMEs to explore
Wells Fargo, a leading global financial services company, has announced the launch of its Transgender Persons Hiring Program in India, further expanding its diversity and inclusion initiatives. The program, which builds on the success of a 2022 pilot project, seeks to create a more inclusive workplace by actively recruiting and training transgender individuals across various
Australian business conditions fell to the lowest in two-and-a-half years in August with the outlook for jobs taking a hit, a survey showed, while there was mixed news on inflation pressures subsiding. The survey from National Australia Bank (NAB) showed its index of business conditions fell 3 points to +3, the lowest since January 2022
Russia’s Sberbank has reported a significant boost in its operations in India, defying the impact of Western sanctions. Anatoly Popov, Deputy CEO of Sberbank, revealed that trade between Russia and India nearly doubled to $65 billion in 2023, with Sberbank handling payments for up to 70% of Russian exports to India. This surge in trade
The visionary CEO of Baker Tilly Central Africa, Courage G Matsa has built an impressive career in the accounting industry overcoming significant personal challenges and embracing the complexities of leadership. His journey, marked by resilience and a steadfast commitment to growth, has shaped him into a leader who drives excellence and inspires the next generation
