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We're entering a new era—one where operational strength, not price markups, determines success. For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), this means adapting fast, and at the heart of that adaptation...
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Latin America: Strengthening agility to compete on the global stage
‘Improving operating efficiencies’ is the key growth driver for LATAM leaders this year. While many also focus on cost reduction, technology adoption, strategy reviews, and new product or service launches,...
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Middle East & Africa: Strategies for resilience and innovation
The Middle East & Africa (MEA) region has been a hotbed of transformations, with several countries making leaps in economic and digital growth despite tough economic conditions. 71% are confident...
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Asia-Pacific: Navigating new digital frontiers for sustainable growth
APAC leaders have a favourable outlook for 2025. In most economies, inflation is de-accelerating, interest rates — easing, and consumer spending — climbing. 42% of leaders expect global growth to...
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Tax treaties and the flawed approach to the taxation of entertainers
The OECD Model Tax Convention serves as a foundation for tax treaties worldwide, aiming to prevent double taxation and fiscal evasion. Here we discuss Article 17 - which grants taxing...
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How to prepare your business for the next phase of IFRS updates
The next phase of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) updates will bring significant changes, particularly in revenue recognition for SMEs and foreign currency transactions and disclosures. Navigating these updates will...
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Europe: Driving growth through workforce resilience and innovation
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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North America: Decisive innovation to fuel profit growth
North American leaders enter the new year with high confidence. Despite a more challenging landscape, growth opportunities are out there, but leaders in the region will need to get more...
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The LATAM moment
Latin America (LATAM), an economically diverse region rich in natural resources and committed to innovation, is emerging as a global hotspot of opportunities for businesses seeking diversification and growth. We...
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Preparing for choppy waters: Implications of the new customs and tariff landscape for global companies
The threat of new or increased tariffs between major world economies has created a volatile situation for companies with multinational operations. While customs and tariffs affect each global company in...
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How can you connect your global project to the ESG requirements of a local jurisdiction?
It can become increasingly complex to navigate environmental, social and governance (ESG] requirements across different jurisdictions. But why is it so tough for businesses and organisations to ensure compliance? In...