The impact of macroeconomic policy on employment in South Africa

The South African government has dumped employment as a macroeconomic design on the department of labour. This is a serious anomaly that removes an essential component of employment, growth and prices from the main economic actors in...

How to Navigate Disruptions in Consumer Goods Supply Chains

Supply chain leaders must address the most pressing disruptions within the volatile landscape or risk falling behind. From geopolitical shifts and tariffs to labor shortages and factory, consumer goods companies are leveraging AI and other tech to...

Rediscovered ROMs Let 1990s Apple Servers Run Mac OS

In the annals of Apple’s hardware history, few devices embody the company’s ambitious forays into enterprise computing quite like the Apple Network Server (ANS) line from the mid-1990s. Launched in 1996, these machines were designed as robust...

Boy hospitalized after swallowing dozens of high-powered magnets

A 13-year-old boy in New Zealand was hospitalized after swallowing dozens of high-powered magnets, ultimately losing part of his bowel, according to a recent case report in the New Zealand Medical Journal. The boy, whose identity was not...

CMA CGM launches Gothenburg-Asia service

French shipping company CMA CGM has launched a new direct service between the Port of Gothenburg and Asia. With the launch of the new route, the port now has three direct lines for containers to and from Asia every week. The other services are...

New railroad serivce starting in Louisville connects to the West Coast

Louisville is now home to a new railroad service that provides key transportation for companies to the western part of the U.S. Norfolk Southern and Union Pacific, two of the nation's most prominent freight railroad companies, have jointly...

Meituan seeks to raise US$3 billion in dual-currency bond sale

The company operates online platforms for food delivery and other consumer products [HONG KONG] Meituan plans to raise around US$3 billion in what would be its largest regular bond issuance ever, as the company faces intensifying competition in...

Divestment success strengthens 3i Group's market position

3i Group plc demonstrated strong performance in Q1 26, driven by robust growth in private equity and infrastructure assets. Strategic divestments, such as the MAIT sale, and positive analyst sentiment highlight its solid market position. With...

UL Solutions Launches New ECOLOGO® Certification for Industrial Products, Advancing Environmental Leadership in Manufacturing

NORTHBROOK, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct 27, 2025-- UL Solutions Inc. (NYSE: ULS), a global leader in applied safety science, today announced its new ECOLOGO certification program for energy and industrial automation equipment, such as circuit...

Household paper firm, Task Consumer Products, rolls out major growth plans

Task Consumer Products, an independent manufacturer of household paper products, has secured a £22m funding package from HSBC UK to support the purchase of a new 181,409 sq. ft. site to expand its manufacturing capabilities. The family-run...

Analysts Have Conflicting Sentiments on These Consumer Goods Companies: BellRing Brands (BRBR) and Church & Dwight (CHD)

Companies in the Consumer Goods sector have received a lot of coverage today as analysts weigh in on BellRing Brands (BRBR – Research Report) and Church & Dwight (CHD – Research Report). Elevate Your Investing Strategy: Take advantage of TipRanks...

Bharat Founders Fund looks to invest in real-world AI applications startups

Venture Capital firm Bharat Founders Fund (BFF) plans to make 12–15 investments by the end of FY26. The fund has made 10 investments so far this financial year and is actively exploring opportunities to expand its portfolio further in the coming...

Commentary: China has much to offer for those investing long-term in land of opportunity

(Xinhua) 15:58, October 27, 2025 BEIJING, Oct. 27 (Xinhua) -- As China moves forward with new plans for the next five years, its status as a major investment destination stays strong. For global companies that prioritize long-term, high-quality...

Mondelez: How the Holidays Shape Consumer Snacking Habits

The holiday season brings unique opportunities to connect lifestyle trends with snacking. In fact, thousands of consumers have said that childhood memories and cherished traditions deeply influence their snacking habits, according to Mondelez's...

Investors Drive NGX Up by 4.48%, Adding N4.32 Trillion in Weekly Gains

The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) witnessed an impressive rebound last week, closing with a 4.48 percent gain as investors’ renewed appetite for equities lifted the market’s capitalisation by a remarkable N4.32 trillion. The rally, which marked one of...

Education is a public good — not a consumer product

By Bradley Roberson Superintendent, Oxford School District Few topics in education stir as much passion as school choice. On the surface, the idea sounds simple and appealing: give families state dollars and let them decide where to send their...

How to keep babies safe and comfortable throughout the night

October is SIDS Awareness Month, an urgent reminder for parents and caregivers that the wrong sleep setup can put babies in danger. Consumer Reports has found that some infant products marketed for sleep can increase the risk of injury,...

Sports Bets Pay Off For Local Stations

After major upheaval in the regional sports network (RSN) business spurred by the COVID pandemic, local broadcasters seized the opportunity. Through 2023 and 2024, station groups signed a string of rights deals with professional basketball, hockey...

UNC study finds food processing, cookware, packaging contribute to PFAS exposure

By Will Atwater As the holiday season approaches, conversations about family gatherings and meals are ramping up. For many hosts, planning a festive spread involves more than choosing recipes — it means accommodating guests with food allergies,...

What Is 1 of the Best Consumer Goods Stocks to Buy Now?

Investing in consumer-facing companies can be a great way to find winning stocks. Some of the most dominant businesses on Earth sell products and services directly to individuals. And for the average investor, they are generally easier to...