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Bayer is under growing pressure from investors to expedite its turnaround strategy as CEO Bill Anderson grapples with slumping earnings and a 20-year low in the company’s share price following a stark profit warning earlier this week. Some shareholders have called for a stronger focus on efficiency and drug development to regain market confidence and

Labor strikes across the U.S. are a wake-up call for companies to rethink their workforce strategies. With employees taking irreplaceable expertise and years of experience with them, short-term fixes are no longer enough. To stay competitive, organizations must prioritize human capital, broaden success metrics beyond profits, and commit to long-term workforce investments that ensure adaptability

“Customer-centricity” has become one of those buzzwords that appear in company values everywhere, often serving as a nod to being about more than just profit. But too often, it’s treated as a marketing tactic; a way to get customers to spend a little more, buy a little more, consume a little more.  It begs the

In every business, there is a founder who wants to convert more deals faster, attract the best talent, increase team capability, create more profit and build an antifragile business. In the world of AI, only the brightest human minds will connect the dots and recognise that these desired outcomes lie in the value of the

Bernard Arnault, Europe’s wealthiest individual, has initiated a lawsuit against Elon Musk’s social media platform X, accusing it of using content from his newspapers without proper payment. The legal case has been launched jointly by Le Parisien and Les Echos, two prominent French daily newspapers owned by Arnault’s luxury conglomerate LVMH. The lawsuit, which also

A recent study reveals that a CEO’s socioeconomic background significantly influences their approach to corporate social responsibility (CSR) and employee welfare initiatives. CEOs who identify as coming from lower or lower-middle-class families tend to prioritize corporate giving that benefits economically disadvantaged communities, with a particular focus on educational and housing initiatives. In contrast, CEOs who

Investment, whether in money, time, or effort, is a journey that requires patience and a long-term strategy. Those who rush and expect quick results often end up disappointed, as true gains do not come in an instant but through continuous effort, patience, and foresight. Contrary to what most believe, the impatient person does not suffer

Shares of Tencent Holdings have soared by 49% over the past year, largely due to a resurgence in China’s gaming industry. This increase propelled chairman and CEO Ma Huateng—also known as Pony Ma—to become the top dollar gainer in China, adding $14.7 billion to his wealth and bringing his net worth to $46.8 billion. Ma

Barrick Gold CEO Mark Bristow expressed optimism about finalizing negotiations with Mali’s ruling government on a revised mining code before year’s end. Discussions regarding regulatory updates for the Loulo-Gounkoto mining complex—a major gold site in Mali—have been ongoing for several months. As the government seeks to bolster revenue from the mining industry, it has reportedly

Jeff Bezos’ net worth reached a new peak of $228 billion on Wednesday, an increase of $7 billion from his previous record of $221 billion, which he initially achieved in July and matched again on Tuesday. Amazon’s stock, bolstered by a strong earnings report the prior week, surged further after Tuesday’s election results, closing at

Nissan Motor Co., grappling with intensifying industry challenges and internal issues, announced deep cuts to its workforce, production, and financial forecasts for the fiscal year. The automaker’s shares fell sharply in Tokyo on Friday, declining as much as 10% to their lowest level since October 2020, after the company revealed it would lay off 9,000

The recent Election Day was a game-changer for the crypto industry, and no one benefited more than Coinbase’s CEO, Brian Armstrong. On Wednesday, Coinbase shares soared by an unprecedented 31% as investors rallied around the company’s successful push to elect pro-crypto candidates. Fairshake, a Coinbase-supported political action committee, reported that out of the 58 candidates

Think the CEO and COO/Second-in-Command don’t need clearly defined roles? Think again! Lack of clarity at the top contributes to: Misunderstandings that confuse your employees and result in project delays. Tripping over each other because you are both doing the same task (a massive waste of time and resources). Missed deadlines due to dropped balls

After a seven-week work stoppage, tens of thousands of striking Boeing machinists voted on Monday to accept a new contract offer, officially ending the strike. The machinists voted with 59% in favor of the agreement, signaling a return to work as soon as Nov. 6, with all employees required to resume by Nov. 12. In

Here’s the shocking truth …  C-level leaders simply don’t think enough! Contrary to popular belief, high-level executives don’t spend enough time using their noggins to think about the future, ideate new strategies, or clearly understand a complex topic to make the best decision possible. Based on my decades of leadership as a tech entrepreneur, CEO,

We’re in a race we’ll never fully win, but we can’t afford to stop running. With industries evolving at breakneck speed—thanks largely to the rise of AI—the skills gap is widening faster than ever and there’s an urgent need to close that gap.  The World Economic Forum has even declared a “reskilling emergency” predicting that

Nigeria’s wealthiest individuals, including billionaires Aliko Dangote, Mike Adenuga, and Abdulsamad Rabiu, have refined investment strategies that reflect both their acumen and the multifaceted Nigerian economy. UBS data recently highlighted a 19.7% increase in national wealth attributed to these three titans, underscoring their impact on the economy. Key Strategies Nigerian Billionaires Use in the Capital

In today’s fast-paced business environment, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are increasingly turning to fractional general counsel (FGC) services to access high-quality legal expertise without the overhead costs of full-time counsel. An FGC is a highly experienced, C-suite-trusted business advisor who provides “get to yes” legal advice and services on a part-time basis and helps

Li Ka-Shing, Hong Kong’s wealthiest businessman, is reportedly considering a significant investment in Thames Water as the embattled utility company works to secure billions to prevent nationalization. Already holding a 75% stake in Northumbrian Water, Li is said to be evaluating a package that could provide Thames Water with a crucial boost to maintain operations.

At last week’s Maritime CEO Forum, held at the Monaco Yacht Club, the “Money and Ships” session addressed evolving trends and challenges in ship finance. Moderated by Isabelle Rickmers, CEO of jobs marketplace TURTLE, the event brought together top shipowners and industry leaders. Harris Antoniou, founder of Neptune Maritime Leasing, remarked on a notable shift