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AI A Top Priority for Australia’s Consumer Goods Leaders Amid Economic Uncertainty
GUEST RESEARCH: Leaders of Australian consumer goods businesses are turning to AI to help them compete in an increasingly complex market, according to new Salesforce data. A global survey of 2,400 consumer leaders, including 200 from Australia,...
Shake-up at federal agency creates concern about consumer product safety
The future of consumer product safety in America is in a state of flux, as major changes rock the agency tasked with protecting the public from dangerous products. It’s now down to just one man making decisions about dangerous products, after...
Seminole County prioritizes projects for $250M in penny sales tax revenue
SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla – From property taxes to fire fees, there’s been a lot of talk lately about how your taxpayer money is being spent. For over three decades, a majority of voters in Seminole County have given their approval for a one cent sales...
Japanese giant consumer product company Dydo teases collaboration with TXT?
Japanese consumer packaged goods powerhouse, DyDo Group, has sent online K-pop communities into an exciting frenzy after posting a mysterious teaser announcing a major collaboration with a popular global artist. The company, widely known for its...
Plan to increase Indonesia’s palm oil quota under study
ISLAMABAD: The government is planning to consider an increase in Indonesia’s palm oil quota following recent high-level interactions between the two countries, sources told Business Recorder. Palm oil continues to be a cornerstone of Pakistan’s...
PHOTO GALLERY: UGI salutes suppliers at annual awards gala
Michael Forgione, UGI president Collaboration was the theme of the evening at United Grocers Incorporated’s (UGI) 2025 Supplier Dinner and Awards Celebration this week at the Toronto Congress Centre. “It’s a privilege to be here tonight at this...
Nearly 5 million pounds of chicken recalled for metal fragments
Hormel Foods Corporation is recalling 4,874,815 pounds of ready-to-eat frozen chicken products, which include boneless breasts and thighs that may be contaminated with pieces of metal. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and...
Meghan Markle's hidden ode to Prince Harry in her latest holiday drop
Meghan made a subtle nod to Harry in her new products(Image: Getty Images) Meghan Markle has made a hidden gesture to husband Prince Harry in her latest product drop. The Duchess of Sussex announced her new batch of produce from her lifestyle...
Bursa Malaysia ends morning session lower, investors lock in gains
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 — Bursa Malaysia ended the morning trading session lower on profit-taking in utilities, industrial and consumer products sectors, after yesterday’s gains. At 12.30pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) slipped 6.18...
Adjusting Stochastic Parameters to Match Volatility and Timeframes
Struggling to make sense of inconsistent trading signals? Stochastic indicators can vary greatly depending on market volatility and timeframes. By adjusting the settings, you can improve accuracy and match them to your strategy. Keep reading to...
Let me tell you—this fascinating new NYC exhibit about the designs shaping motherhood is spot-on
"Let Me Tell You" is a series of columns from our expert editors about NYC living, including the best things to do, where to eat and drink, and what to see at the theater. Last time, Things to Do Editor Rossilynne Skena Culgan explored why...
Foreign Investors Inject N1trn To Nigerian Equities In Nine Months
October 28, (THEWILL) — Foreign investors have reawakened interest in Nigerian equities, with total portfolio inflows crossing N1 trillion between January and September 2025, signalling renewed confidence in the country’s capital market after...
Cost Right Freeport Announces Expansion and Store Refresh, Bringing Customers More Categories and Greater Savings
Cost Right Freeport today announced an exciting expansion and refresh of its store, designed to delivercustomers an improved shopping experience with more product categories, fresh new assortment, andeven greater savings. As part of the refresh,...
Embedded Finance Poised to Double UK Revenue to £15.77bn by 2029
The embedded finance industry in the UK is projected to more than double, growing from £6.47billion in 2024 to £15.77billion by 2029, as large businesses increasingly view embedded financial services as a strategic growth driver. New research from...
Teen boy swallows 80+ magnets, surgeons remove part of bowel
A 13-year-old boy in New Zealand needed emergency surgery and lost part of his bowel after swallowing more than 80 small, high-powered magnets, doctors said. Photo courtesy of the New Zealand Medical Journal A young boy in New Zealand needed...
The Inflows and Outflows of Foreign Direct Investment: Prospects and Consequences
It is believed that multinational companies (MNCs) are extremely important for developing countries/economies. Why MNCs are important and the Benefits They Provide: Foreign Direct Investment (FDI): First and foremost, these MNCs bring FDI, which...
From supermarkets to TikTok shop: What social commerce means for FMCG supply chains in Asia
In Asia, there is a major shift in how fast-moving consumer goods (FMGC) are bought and sold. The previous domination of distribution through supermarkets, convenience stores and local stores is now on the path to being replaced by apps such as...
ABS appoints new CEO for consulting business
ABS has appointed David Wechsler, a founding partner of the firm that became Hitachi Consulting, as the new CEO of ABS Group, the company’s consulting wing. Wechsler has a 35-year career in management consulting leadership positions across...
Indian legal eagles fly high as global roles come calling
Mumbai: Indian general counsels, once focused on navigating the country's regulatory maze, are increasingly stepping onto the global stage. Multinational corporations are tapping India's top in-house legal talent not just for local compliance but...
20m Thais set to reap benefits from co-payment scheme
PUBLISHED : 29 Oct 2025 at 05:56 Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas says the "Khon La Khrueng Plus" (Half-Half Plus) co-payment programme starting on Wednesday is expected to benefit 20 million citizens nationwide. The initiative aims to...