Economy Archives

Economy January-February 2019 Magazine

China: An Irresistible Business Partner

Bharath KumarJanuary 14, 2019December 12, 2019

by Bharath KumarJanuary 14, 2019December 12, 2019

Lifestyle apparel brand Kapow Meggings sells globally from distribution centres in UK, USA, Australia and Germany but China was a challenge like none other. Read on to find out how this company managed to transcend cultural and social barriers to build a solid working relationship with one of the most powerful nations in the world...

Economy January-February 2019 Magazine

Too big to fail but big enough to trigger a financial crisis

Bharath KumarJanuary 14, 2019December 12, 2019

by Bharath KumarJanuary 14, 2019December 12, 2019

Italy is current bogged down by high debt, low growth and a weak economy. There are very real concerns that it could trigger a massive financial crisis in Europe, and its ongoing disagreement with the European Commission on its budget is making the situation worse. What lies ahead for the country?...

Kazakhstan has come to understand the necessity for a diverse economy

Bharath KumarNovember 15, 2018December 12, 2019

by Bharath KumarNovember 15, 2018December 12, 2019

Kazakhstan—the country, where entrepreneurship was unwelcomed, several years ago, is now reorienting its economy by streaming into cryptocurrency and fintech, as a measure to mitigate sinking oil prices...

Sukuk spread its wings to Africa

Bharath KumarNovember 15, 2018December 12, 2019

by Bharath KumarNovember 15, 2018December 12, 2019

Despite sukuk’s ongoing instability in GCC countries this year, there is a resurgence of interest across 18 African markets. What does this mean to the largely underbanked Muslim population in these markets?...

Why the post-Brexit is good for SMEs

Bharath KumarSeptember 7, 2018December 12, 2019

by Bharath KumarSeptember 7, 2018December 12, 2019

Turns out, Britain’s chance to rewrite its character of governance has granted the domestic enterprises a milestone in international trade...

Economy July - August 2018 Magazine

Iran locked out again – What happens to trading favourites in Europe?

Bharath KumarJuly 12, 2018December 13, 2019

by Bharath KumarJuly 12, 2018December 13, 2019

Iran faces economic sanctions again, but it has managed to forge multi-million dollar trade deals with many European and Asian nations. It is OPEC’s third largest oil producer, and has a treasure trove of minerals and natural resources, but with Trump’ administration coming down hard on Iran, what happens next?...

Economy July - August 2018 Magazine

How the Vollgeld Initiative could transform global banking

Bharath KumarJuly 12, 2018December 13, 2019

by Bharath KumarJuly 12, 2018December 13, 2019

Switzerland just voted against the Vollgeld initiative’s proposed sovereign money, expected to have a far-reaching impact on the financial community. So what is the Vollgeld Iniatitive about and why have economists recommended sovereign money to government leaders for decades now?...

Economy Magazine May - June 2018

Standing at the crossroads of new business climate in Central Asia

Bharath KumarMay 31, 2018December 13, 2019

by Bharath KumarMay 31, 2018December 13, 2019

The region has its share of risks, but there is great competitive advantage for investors and entrepreneurs to seek and explore in its business landscape...