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V. Jakubovskis has been appointed as the head of the Business Clients Department, overseeing sales strategy and looking for growth opportunities.

South Korea's three major mobile carriers revealed their AI strategies at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, showcasing their integration of artificial intelligence into core business operations.

The Greens in Germany are initiating a new economic advisory board to bolster climate strategies, engaging with leading business executives after a period of retreat in their climate agenda.

Ölgerðin is undergoing management and operational changes that may reshape its business strategy.

eBay plans to cut 800 jobs despite recent positive revenue growth, mirroring Amazon's recent layoffs, raising questions about the company’s current position in the market.

Xiaomi has officially launched its operations in Argentina, restructuring its business model to include a direct presence, an expanded product portfolio, official technical support, and an increased workforce.

The Executive MBA program at the Athens University of Economics and Business successfully held its New Year's Pie cutting event, featuring about 200 participants from the university community.

The article discusses the challenges faced by Gap Inc. as it approaches a critical juncture in its business strategy amidst changing economic conditions.

Correios in Brazil has opened registration for businesses in Belém to become collection points, part of their strategy to modernize and expand service accessibility.

Bartłomiej Babuśka emphasizes the need for public institutions in Poland to develop support mechanisms for enhancing Polish businesses' participation in consortiums, as part of a broader repolonization strategy.

The article discusses the importance of 'local content' for Poland’s economic strategy and national identity, emphasizing its ideological and economic significance.

The rise of artificial intelligence threatens traditional economic barriers that protect companies from competition, as illustrated by recent market reactions to IBM.

Ellaktor's stock is at its lowest since June 2025 due to a lack of fresh catalysts and silence from management regarding future business plans.

The strategy of local content is crucial for Poland's economic sovereignty and security, advocating for a stable investment plan to foster domestic business partnerships.

Japan's NGK Spark Plug Co. has announced a leadership change, promoting Keiji Suzuki to president, as part of a strategy to diversify beyond its reliance on automotive engines.

The article discusses how retail chains in Czechia benefit from customers not being able to redeem their loyalty points before they expire.

The article discusses how 'Rimi Baltic' has made the inclusion of diverse talents in the workplace a fundamental part of its business strategy, creating adaptive work environments for individuals with various needs.

Benoît Coquart, the CEO of Legrand, emphasizes the importance of adapting to the AI wave through strategic acquisitions in data centers to drive growth.

Associations and business leaders in Brazil are developing a strategy to oppose the abolition of the 6x1 work schedule, which includes six working days followed by one day off.

The article discusses China's embrace of a copycat strategy as a business model and its transformation into an innovation hub, despite its origins in piracy and imitation.

The Celebra GRC event, organized by the RedeCompras Group in Brazil, emphasized strategic partnerships and showcased growth projections for 2025.

Ferrari is implementing a new strategy focusing on producing more models in limited volumes rather than a few high-scale models, leading to unique designs and increased employee bonuses.

The Mexican Telecommunications Regulatory Commission has outlined a strategy for the allocation of radio spectrum aimed at fostering new business models and enhancing connectivity in industrial sectors.

Brazil achieved its first-ever gold medal in Winter Olympics history, led by athlete Lucas Pinheiro Braathen in the giant slalom, shifting focus to the business strategies behind the Olympic delegation.

The article discusses the innovation strategies of 15 business leaders who have successfully adapted to ongoing changes in the business world.

Diego Curat, director of AZ-Group, emphasizes the need for agricultural producers to be prepared for various scenarios to achieve success in a complex environment.

Kubota CEO Shingo Hanada expressed a shift in strategy focusing on profitability rather than aggressive market share expansion during a press conference in Osaka.

The article discusses the importance of managing currency risks and the evolving role of CFOs in strategic business decisions within the Selena Group.

The Deutsche Börse has successfully grown without pursuing political mergers, focusing instead on innovations and new business areas since 2018.

Mercedes faces significant business challenges but aims for ambitious goals of increased sales and profit margins amidst a negative outlook.

Arche, Poland's largest domestic hotel chain, reports significant growth and is advancing its ambitious 'Arche 2030' strategy to expand its hotel portfolio.

Carrefour has sold its Romanian subsidiary to Paval Holding for 823 million euros as part of a strategy to focus on its core markets in France, Spain, and Brazil.

Henry Holtermann, a major shareholder in Ellaktor, has raised concerns by not presenting a business plan for the company's future despite previous significant dividend payouts.

The Mexican real estate sector is facing challenges due to rising financing costs and is redefining its business model with a focus on strategic vision and urban legacy as competitive advantages.

A restaurant owner in São Luís, Brazil, adapts his business strategy for Carnival by replacing traditional meal offerings with skewers to attract more customers.

The article discusses the evolving role of catering in corporate events and its strategic importance for their success.

AB Vasilopoulos has acquired the 'Agora Nataly' supermarkets in Thessaloniki, adding 12 stores to its franchise network as part of its ambitious growth strategy.

Charalampos Dimitrakopoulos has been appointed as the new president and CEO of Alphabit, with Stavros Aronis stepping in as vice president and general manager.

The Nigerian Aviation Handling Company has launched a luxury hotel at Lagos' Murtala Muhammed International Airport as part of its diversification strategy.

The article discusses the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the workforce and the importance of maintaining human-centric values in organizations.

KIA plans to sell one million vehicles in Mexico by 2026, leveraging the FIFA World Cup as a key commercial boost in its business strategy.

European automaker Stellantis announced it will incur costs of 22.2 billion euros (approximately 4 trillion yen) in its financial results for the second half of 2025, significantly revising its business due to lower anticipated sales of electric vehicles (EVs) in the U.S.

The CFO Excellence Awards recognizes the evolving role of CFOs as strategic leaders amid challenges like global uncertainty and digital transformation.

Kirin Holdings has announced the sale of its subsidiary American whiskey maker, Four Roses, to a local company as it seeks to streamline its business amid stagnant global alcohol consumption.

The outlet business has emerged as one of the few dynamic segments in a struggling textile industry, with companies expanding and implementing new strategies to attract price-sensitive consumers.

Gurhan Kiziloz emphasizes the importance of simplicity as a strategic principle at Nexus International, which earned $1.2 billion in revenue in 2025, opposing the common misperception that complexity equates to sophistication.

Real Consulting has announced the establishment of a new Model Innovation Center in rented spaces at the Epirus Research Technology Park in the Ioannina Regional Unit, as part of its strategy to enhance business orientation and support companies with high-value technology and consulting services.

In an increasingly competitive environment with more informed consumers, customer experience has become a key differentiator for companies in Mexico, emphasizing the need to place customers at the heart of business strategies to build long-term relationships of trust and value.

TITAN Group has finalized its acquisition of Vracs de L’Estuaire, a cement company in Northern France, as part of its growth strategy to enhance its product offerings in the French market.

The EU's Industry Chief, Stephane Sejourne, emphasizes the need for Europe to protect its industries with a 'Made in Europe' strategy, as stated in a recently published article co-signed by over 1100 business leaders.