Project finance in the GCC is evolving rapidly, driven by maturing markets, reduced political risk, and growing collaboration between international and local banks to support ambitious, post-oil infrastructure goals

AI is rapidly reshaping finance, but regulation is struggling to keep up. As rules lag behind, leading banks are embedding responsible AI principles early – turning governance into a strategic advantage

Once a golden ticket to growth, the subscription model is showing signs of strain. As consumers tire of mounting monthly fees, businesses face rising churn and a critical moment of reckoning. Is the golden era of recurring revenue over?

As global rivalries deepen, digital currencies are becoming powerful geopolitical tools. Economist Brunello Rosa warns that central bank digital currencies may shape the next Cold War, unless the West catches up

The green pound is up for grabs, and companies are keen to help us spend ours. But how do consumers spend in a way that is genuinely less harmful to the environment and avoid the greenwashing trap?

Six years after its signing, the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) remains more promise than progress – hindered by weak implementation, structural barriers, and deep-rooted political and economic challenges

As tensions between China and the US escalate during Trump’s second term, global investors are turning to India – not just as a backup, but as a rising star poised to lead the next wave of growth

Once dominated by human intuition, gut feelings, and the occasional lucky guess, trading floors have now welcomed a new player: AI. But with AI-driven trading strategies becoming the norm, are they making investing smarter or just more unpredictable?

From receptionist to CEO, my journey has taught me that great leadership is all about people. By empowering teams and embracing growth, we can truly multiply greatness together

Indonesia’s indomitable finance minister, Dr. Mulyani Indrawati, has shaped the nation’s economic destiny for nearly two decades – steering it through crises, reforms and transformation with steady resolve

Amid rising competition for the thawing Arctic’s resources and strategic dominance, Russia is flexing its technological muscle – an area where it claims an undisputed edge. But is its position more fragile than it appears?

With food prices soaring and farmers’ incomes shrinking, Europe’s food supply chain is under mounting pressure. A fairer, more sustainable system – rooted in reforms like three-party contracts – offers a path forward for producers and consumers alike

Once seen purely as entertainment, gaming has evolved into a global economic force – reshaping finance, investment, and digital engagement through virtual economies, innovative monetisation, and gamified business strategies

Once considered too niche and risky for serious money, indie film is now luring investors with scalable platforms, breakout hits, and box office upside. As studios like A24 and Mubi reshape the business model, private equity is betting big on a cinematic future beyond Hollywood blockbusters

The global economy has weathered recent shocks, but mounting debt – now far above pre-pandemic levels – is pushing many developing countries toward crisis. Without urgent reforms, high borrowing costs and weak growth could trigger lasting setbacks