Upscale scale-ups: why M&As are back in vogue
This season’s must-have purchase in the luxury fashion sector isn’t a suit, a watch or a pair of…
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Why founders have turned to employee ownership during the pandemic
New data points to record growth in the employee ownership model over the past 18 months, but what…
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Transport planners plot route through the unknown
The pandemic has turned the commute on its head and raised difficult questions about the future for transport…
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Why Black-owned fashion brands matter
Systemic racism has historically limited opportunities for Black talent in fashion. Many in the industry have pledged to…
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The rise of overemployment: why some people are choosing to work two full-time jobs
New work from home rules are being exploited by a small but growing group of employees who choose…
Is Iceland really living the four-day work week dream?
Iceland’s four-day week trial has been heralded as a resounding success but does it really work as well…
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Upscale scale-ups: why M&As are back in vogue
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What does the future hold for refillable packaging post-Covid?
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Transport planners plot route through the unknown
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Fashion brands struggle to balance profit and principle in China
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The Fashion Economy 2021
From diversity to sustainability, the fashion industry has long had an image problem, so how are brands responding? The Fashion Economy explores the importance of Black-owned brands, size inclusivity and the steps brands are taking to increase our clothes’ lifespans. Plus, what’s driving the rise of luxury M&A and how can brands balance profits with principles when selling in China?
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Future of Packaging 2021
The packaging industry is undergoing rapid transformation as issues around sustainability, technology and regulation come to the fore. From new extended producer responsibility laws to moves towards eco-labelling and how design is being impacted by AI.
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Mergers, Acquisitions & Exit Strategies 2021
2020 spelled boom time for M&A, but why was this and can we expect it to continue? Our Mergers, Acquisitions & Exit Strategies report explores the pros and cons of earnouts, the best ways of getting culture right and the growing importance of ESG
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Supporting SMEs 2021
During lockdown, small British businesses went out of their way to give back to their local communities, as our Supporting SMEs report discovers. Also featured are top tips from founders on startup pitfalls, lessons about digital transformation and an exploration of why recent Brexit deals have failed SMEs