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European leaders enter 2026 with measured optimism. Only 40% expect the rate of global growth to increase, around 1.5 times lower than the global average. This wariness stems from operating...
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2028 is the deadline for one of the biggest business reporting upheavals in EU history. Companies will be required to publish detailed sustainability reports under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive...
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As China's global economic influence deepens, its investment approach in Europe is gradually transforming, becoming more targeted, diversified, and strategic. In a panel discussion, our HLB experts shared insights on...
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European leaders started the year with muted confidence. Only 39% expect an increase in global growth, against 49% of respondents in other regions, but they refuse to be complacent. The...
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The majority of European leaders (41%) identify as AI 'Explorers', already either using AI to an extent or preparing a case for adoption. However, compared to all regions, Europe also...
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HLB’s Survey of Business Leaders 2023 – European leaders turn to talent and business efficiencies to navigate the perfect storm.
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HLB’s Survey of Business Leaders 2022 – Europe outlook describes how business leaders plan to focus their innovation activity on new technology adoption and new products and service development.
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In a world of ever bigger and more complex supply chains, due diligence is vital to protect your company and mitigate risks from third-party suppliers.
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In an effort to reduce emissions and encourage healthier, greener lifestyles across Western Europe, many national governments are now taking up the idea of a levy or tax on meat,...
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Until the introduction of the EU Directive on this subject, only a few EU countries had comprehensive legislation on the protection of so-called whistleblowers. What are its features and how...
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HLB's Survey of Business Leaders Europe outlook aims to inform and stimulate the debate on the actions European business leaders are taking in 2021 to achieve their post-pandemic vision.
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After nine months of negotiations, the UK and the EU have reached the UK-EU Trade and Co-operation Agreement. So what does the new relationship with the UK's biggest trading partner...
