Category: Business

A survey of 880 businesses and seven political parties reveals that the high cost of doing business is the most pressing issue for New Zealand enterprises ahead of the general election. The survey, conducted by BusinessNZ and sponsored by Deloitte and Chapman Tripp, also shows that businesses are not in favour of increasing taxes to address the country’s fiscal challenges. Businesses Feel The Pinch Of Government Policies According to the…

Labor Day is a federal holiday that celebrates the contributions and achievements of American workers. It is observed on the first Monday of September, marking the unofficial end of summer. For many people, Labor Day is a time to enjoy festivals, football games, barbecues, and other events with family and friends. But for small business owners, Labor Day is also an opportunity to recognize and thank the people who make…

The Lanarkshire Business Excellence Awards 2023, one of the longest running business awards in Scotland, have announced the winners of their ten categories at a gala dinner on Friday 1 September. The awards, hosted by North and South Lanarkshire Councils and sponsored by Albert Bartlett, recognise and celebrate the achievements and diversity of the Lanarkshire business community. Albert Bartlett wins the Principal Sponsor Award The Principal Sponsor Award was presented…

A recent survey by BusinessNZ has revealed that the high cost of doing business is the main concern for New Zealand enterprises, as they face increased challenges from the government’s policies and the COVID-19 pandemic. The survey also showed that most businesses are not in favour of raising taxes to address the country’s fiscal issues. Survey highlights business sentiment ahead of election The Deloitte and Chapman Tripp Election Survey conducted…

In 2005, a new airline emerged in the Australian market, promising to offer a premium service for business travellers at an affordable price. OzJet, founded by millionaire Paul Stoddart, aimed to challenge Qantas on the lucrative Sydney-Melbourne route, using a fleet of three Boeing 737s fitted with only 60 business class seats each. However, the venture lasted for only 14 weeks, before it was forced to suspend operations due to…

Qatar’s banking sector total assets declined by 2% month-on-month (MoM) and by 1.9% year-to-date (YTD) in July to QR1.86tn ($510bn), according to a report by QNB Financial Services (QNBFS). The report attributed the drop in assets to a fall in both domestic and foreign assets, as well as a decline in both loans and deposits with banks in Qatar. Public sector loans drag down credit growth The report said that…

The National Telecommunication and Information Security Board (NTISB) has issued an advisory to the public and the banking sector amid a surge in financial and banking scams using phishing and vishing techniques. The Board has admitted that there is no technical solution that can eradicate and detect social engineering, which is the main tactic used by malicious actors to deceive and defraud unsuspecting victims. How scammers exploit bank accounts According…

The governments of the UK and Belgium have launched state-backed savings plans that offer higher interest rates than most commercial banks. The move is aimed at forcing banks to compete for savers’ money and pass on the benefits of rising official interest rates. UK’s NS&I Bonds Pay 6.2% for One Year National Savings & Investments (NS&I), the UK state-owned savings bank, is offering one-year retail savings bonds paying 6.2%, the…

BusinessDay Nigeria is a daily business newspaper that covers the latest developments in the Nigerian and West African economy, politics, technology, culture, and society. It is the only Nigerian newspaper with a bureau in Accra, Ghana, and it has both daily and Sunday titles. It was established in 2001 and has since become a trusted source of information and analysis for business leaders, investors, policymakers, and academics. BusinessDay Nigeria’s vision…

Asia Insurance Review (AIR) is a monthly magazine that covers the latest developments and trends in the insurance industry in Asia and beyond. AIR was launched in January 1991 to meet the information needs of insurance practitioners in Asia and the rest of the world. It quickly became the premier and comprehensive professional regional magazine, read by all the key decision makers and readers in the insurance industry. What AIR…