Rachel Kelly speaks with Alexander Hammond, Policy Analyst at the Institute of Economic Affairs to find out more about the new British Prime Minister, Liz Truss. and what the government under Liz Truss means for businesses and the British economy.

Rachel Kelly speaks with Alexander Hammond, Policy Analyst at the Institute of Economic Affairs to find out more about the new British Prime Minister, Liz Truss. and what the government under Liz Truss means for businesses and the British economy.

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We delve into the latest news, current events, and market updates to provide you with valuable insights into making informed financial decisions.

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What's Trending: What you need to know about the next UK PM

Experts say the global ESG fund landscape will look significantly different in 2025 which could see a much-needed pragmatism to push for the actions – and finance – to implement the transition towards a more resilient global economy for the 2030s and beyond. What are the factors that will be recurring themes for investors? London-based Hortense Bioy, head of sustainable investing research, at financial services firm Morningstar shares insights into the themes sustainability-aware investors should know about.

Experts say the global ESG fund landscape will look significantly different in 2025 which could see a much-needed pragmatism to push for the actions &ndash; and finance &ndash; to implement the transition towards a more resilient global economy for the 2030s and beyond. What are the factors that will be recurring themes for investors? London-based Hortense Bioy, head of sustainable investing research, at financial services firm Morningstar shares insights into the themes sustainability-aware investors should know about.

 Industry Insight: Navigating sustainable investing in 2025

China's economy faced significant challenges in 2024, including a property downturn, local government funding issues, and a sluggish labour market. As the World Bank raises China's economic growth forecast for 2024 and 2025, questions remain whether the country can overcome challenges in confidence and the property sector. Is the world's second-largest economy heading into another tumultuous year? What’s in store for China’s economy in 2025? 

Hong Kong-based economist for Asia Pacific at global financial institution, Natixis, Gary Ng shares his perspectives on what to expect.

China's economy faced significant challenges in 2024, including a property downturn, local government funding issues, and a sluggish labour market. As the World Bank raises China's economic growth forecast for 2024 and 2025, questions remain whether the country can overcome challenges in confidence and the property sector. Is the world's second-largest economy heading into another tumultuous year? What&rsquo;s in store for China&rsquo;s economy in 2025?&nbsp;
Hong Kong-based economist for Asia Pacific at global financial institution, Natixis, Gary Ng shares his perspectives on what to expect.

Viewpoint: What's in store for China's economy in 2025?

With the World Health Organisation predicting a near doubling of the global population over 60 years old by 2050, businesses are increasingly navigating the complexities of a multigenerational workforce. From Gen Z to Baby Boomers, Asia Pacific workplaces host a unique blend of perspectives, experiences, and skills. While this diversity drives innovation and problem-solving, it also presents challenges in fostering collaboration and alignment across generations. What are the strategies to unlock the value and full potential of a multi-generational workforce?

Simon Tate, Asia Pacific President at enterprise cloud application provider Workday, shares his views in addition to insights from the company's recent multi-generational report.  

With the World Health Organisation predicting a near doubling of the global population over 60 years old by 2050, businesses are increasingly navigating the complexities of a multigenerational workforce. From Gen Z to Baby Boomers, Asia Pacific workplaces host a unique blend of perspectives, experiences, and skills. While this diversity drives innovation and problem-solving, it also presents challenges in fostering collaboration and alignment across generations. What are the strategies to unlock the value and full potential of a multi-generational workforce?
Simon Tate, Asia Pacific President at enterprise cloud application provider Workday, shares his views in addition to insights from the company's recent multi-generational report.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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