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KK Group, a China-based trend retailer catering to younger consumers, achieved remarkable growth in 2024 by expanding its footprint across Southeast Asia. Through its lifestyle brand KKV and makeup brand The Colorist, the group successfully entered four Southeast Asian countries, bringing its total number of stores to over 1,000 across...

Automotive supplier Dana announced on November 25 that Bruce McDonald, a seasoned executive and current board member, has been appointed as chairman and interim CEO. The company stated that McDonald will oversee operations while facilitating the search for a permanent successor to James Kamsickas, who retired in October. Kamsickas is...

Shareholders of a company operating what could be the world’s largest lithium deposit received an early Christmas gift this week. General Motors (GM), which had previously partnered on the project, officially closed its joint venture with the company, marking a significant milestone that further aligns the two firms' futures. The...

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has proposed transforming Phuket into a special zone where Bitcoin (BTC) payments could be utilized for tourism, an idea that has garnered positive feedback from industry leaders. Nirun Phuwathananuwong, CEO of Gulf Finance, expressed support for Thaksin’s vision, emphasizing that it reflects the growing...

Steve Ballmer has made a bold investment decision by concentrating almost entirely on Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) stock. According to CEOWORLD magazine, over 80 percent of his portfolio is allocated to Microsoft, with the remaining portion invested in stock index funds. As the largest individual shareholder in the company, Ballmer strategically...

Demand for public cloud services is accelerating across Asia Pacific as enterprises increasingly recognize the strategic importance of investing in advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) to compete globally, according to a new report from Information Services Group (ISG). The 2024 ISG Provider Lens™ Multi Public Cloud Services report highlights...

China’s pursuit of steady economic growth in 2025 is expected to benefit not only its domestic economy but also the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), according to experts. Policies aimed at boosting domestic demand and stimulating consumption are anticipated to positively influence ASEAN economies through enhanced trade and investment...

Michael Papandrea, a seasoned chef and culinary visionary, has spent his life creating beauty and joy through food. Originally from Long Island, New York, Michael began his culinary career at just 13 years old, rising to work in iconic establishments such as La Caravelle in New York City and Michael’s...

Europe faces a challenging economic future unless its leaders take decisive action to implement reforms and foster conditions that encourage substantial private investment, according to a recent report by The Conference Board. The think-tank predicts that the 20-nation eurozone will experience average annual growth of just 0.9% through 2039, lagging...

The world’s 26 poorest countries face a pivotal 25 years to progress from low-income to middle-income status, according to a new World Bank analysis. These nations, home to over 40% of people surviving on less than $2.15 a day, are at the center of global efforts to eliminate extreme poverty....