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Economy

Italy: How family enterprises plan succession without disrupting strategic direction

Economy

Italy: Family Business Succession Planning for Strategic Continuity

David Thompson

Family-owned enterprises hold a predominant place within the Italian private sector, both in scale and cultural weight. Research and academic analyses suggest that these family-run companies make up a substantial…

Germany: How Mittelstand-style management builds long-term competitiveness

Economy

The Mittelstand Model: Sustaining Competitiveness in Germany

David Thompson

Germany’s economic strength and industrial prominence stem not so much from major multinational giants as from a broad network of medium-sized firms that favor durability over immediate returns. This article…

Trump and northeastern governors push for massive electricity auction to make tech giants defray costs

Economy

Massive Power Auction: Trump, Governors Target Tech Company Funds

David Thompson

As electricity demand accelerates across the United States, a new proposal has placed the energy consumption of large technology companies at the center of a broader debate about infrastructure, affordability…

Brussels, in Belgium: How EU regulation shapes product strategy and market entry

Economy

Product Strategy & Market Entry in Brussels: The Role of EU Regulation

David Thompson

Brussels is not just an attractive commercial gateway to the Benelux region: it is the nerve center for European regulation. The European Commission, Council and a large seat of the…

When a credit report can hurt your chances of being hired

Economy

Credit Report Impact on Hiring: What You Need to Know

David Thompson

A job offer can hinge on the results of a background check, yet the rules governing what employers may review are shifting rapidly. Across the United States, credit history is…

San José, in Costa Rica: What makes service exports scalable beyond a single market

Economy

San José, Costa Rica: Driving Service Export Growth Internationally

David Thompson

San José serves as the economic and institutional core of Costa Rica and operates as a launchpad for service exports that extend to markets worldwide. A blend of skilled talent,…

Economy

Advancing Sustainable Agriculture in Zimbabwe: CSR & Youth Empowerment

David Thompson

Overview: Why CSR plays a pivotal role in agriculture and youth employment in ZimbabweZimbabwe’s economy remains deeply connected to agriculture, a sector that underpins rural livelihoods, feeds domestic markets and…

Costa Rica: How sustainable tourism models attract impact capital without overbuilding

Economy

How Costa Rica’s Green Tourism Draws Impact Capital

David Thompson

Costa Rica stands among the planet’s most emblematic examples of nature-centered tourism, safeguarding nearly one-quarter of its territory through national parks and protected areas while harboring an extraordinary concentration of…

Beyoncé is officially a billionaire, Forbes says

Economy

Forbes Declares Beyoncé a Billionaire

David Thompson

Beyoncé’s rise to billionaire status stems from years of creative autonomy, shrewd investments, and purposeful brand development, becoming a landmark achievement within today’s entertainment landscape. This accomplishment signifies not only…

Trump’s gas price discount has disappeared

Economy

The End of Trump’s Gas Price Discount

David Thompson

Throughout much of 2025, the White House highlighted lower gasoline prices as evidence of economic prosperity; however, current patterns reveal that costs are now nearly identical to those of a…