Global economy & markets
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Some ocean shipping rates collapse, but real price relief is a way off
The cost of sending a container from Asia to the US has fallen more than 80% from the September high on the spot market, but carriers will work to prop up rates.
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Analysis: China’s 2023 economic outlook
China faces uncertainty in 2023; COVID-19 remains difficult, and experts and business leaders expect the dampening effects of the credit market to persist.
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Surprise French inflation drop adds to signs Europe prices are cooling
Inflation fell to 6.7% in December in France from 7.1% in November, with energy price increases the lowest since September 2021.
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How governments are trying to ease impact of inflation
Across the world governments have intervened to mitigate the effects of inflation for businesses and consumers.
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ISSB defines sustainability; FRC proposes revisions to revenue and lease standards
Read a roundup of the recent developments in corporate reporting, including UK government legislation on flexible working.
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Financial institutions call for adoption of framework to account for nature loss
150 organisations ask leaders at a United Nations conference in Montreal to adopt the Global Biodiversity Framework.
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The future of work: Back to the office
Office accommodation is moving toward shorter leases and flexible working set-ups — and demand is growing for prime real estate.
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Benefits and flexibility remain important to attract talent, report finds
Employers need to find creative ways to set themselves apart if they want to attract job seekers in tomorrow’s labour market, Indeed and Glassdoor research finds.
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Inflation drives pessimism and fuels potential challenges
More CPA decision-makers are pessimistic about the state of the US and global economies, according to the quarterly Business and Industry Economic Outlook Survey.
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Hong Kong sees IPO slowdown reversing, eyes international issuers
The Hong Kong bourse is on course to see its lowest IPO proceeds in a decade in 2022 but expects activity to rebound in the new year.
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