Rising Gold Prices and International Tariffs: The Challenges Facing the UK Jewellery Industry
2025 has already been a stressful year for business owners. The US-China tariffs have shown just how quickly economic situations can change. With inflationary prices, supply chain disruptions, and changing consumer behaviour, the jewellery industry is at the forefront of these
From Ukraine to Hollywood: Yaspis and the New Wave of Sustainable High-End Fashion
In a world where fast fashion once dominated the conversation, there is now a powerful shift happening at the top of the fashion pyramid. Luxury, once defined by extravagance and exclusivity, is being reimagined through a new lens—one that prioritizes sustainability,
Octobank’s 2025 Milestones: Rapid Growth and International Recognition
Ratings from International Agencies Moody’s and S&P Global Ratings, Launch of ESG Projects, Financial Literacy for Schoolchildren, and Other Achievements of Octobank Record Profit in Q1 Net profit amounted to 108.5 billion UZS, a 397.5% increase compared to the same period in
A Conversation with Brandon Erickson: Building Success Brick by Brick
Brandon Erickson is an accomplished entrepreneur, investor, and operational leader recognized for his strategic foresight and disciplined execution. Originally from Wautoma, Wisconsin, Erickson’s formative years were marked by a strong work ethic, a competitive athletic background, and a deep commitment to
BSP sees ‘a lot of policy space’ amid cooling inflation
A vendor waits for customers at a stall in a market in Manila. — PHILIPPINE STAR/EDD GUMBANBy Chloe Mari A. Hufana, Reporter APRIL INFLATION that’s likely to go below 2% gives the Philippine central bank “a lot of policy space,” while
PHL to continue tariff talks with US
A 3D-printed miniature model depicting U.S. President Donald Trump depicting US flag and word “tariffs” in this illustration taken, April 17, 2025. — REUTERSBy Justine Irish D. Tabile and Chloe Mari A. Hufana, Reporters THE PHILIPPINE government is optimistic that
ADB chief says Asia can’t be complacent amid tariff uncertainty
Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Masato Kanda holds a press conference during the 58th Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors in Milan, Italy. — ASIAN DEVELOPMENT BANKBy Luisa Maria Jacinta C. Jocson, Senior Reporter MILAN, Italy — The Asian
Government unveils 10-yr. jobs masterplan
Thousands of job seekers flock to the job fair organized by the Department of Labor (DoLE) on May 1, 2025.— PHILIPPINE STAR/NOEL B. PABALATETHE PHILIPPINE government on Monday launched a 10-year employment masterplan, which is targeting to increase the labor
ASEAN+3 to ramp up regional financial cooperation to cushion global trade shocks
The ASEAN+3 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors’ Meeting was held on the sidelines of the 58th Annual Meeting of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) Board of Governors in Milan, Italy, May 4. — COURTESY OF ASIAN DEVELOPMENT BANKMILAN, Italy
ICTSI Q1 net income climbs 14.1% on robust port activity
Aerial photo of ICTSI's flagship Manila International Container Terminal at the Port of Manila — ICTSI.COMRAZON-LED port operator International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) reported a 14.1% year-on-year increase in its first-quarter (Q1) net income attributable to equity holders to