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Burnout and stress among healthcare professionals are driving absenteeism, errors, and rising costs across the GCC. But a structured approach to workforce wellbeing—from reducing stressors to supporting recovery—could save billions and improve care quality. Listen to this article ... Show More

Despite a global slowdown, the GCC’s luxury market is thriving, fueled by rising wealth and strong demand. But to become a true global hub, the region must close gaps in infrastructure, talent, and retail experiences. Listen to this article by Makram Debbas, Sukalp Tipre, and Mat ... Show More

Humanoid robots machines that perceive, move, and interact like humans are set to transform industries by boosting productivity and cutting costs. With the potential to replace 35% of jobs and operate up to four times longer than humans, GCC countries can seize the opportunity by ... Show More

<p>Regulators and supervisors around the world are increasingly concerned about the effects of climate change on financial stability. So they're turning to climate stress tests to amass key data on financial institutions' exposure to potential stranded assets and their ability to ... Show More

After a few weeks of bad news about bank failures, financial markets are slowly coming back to normal. Central banks around the world have stressed that the banking system is safe and lenders are well capitalised. Analysts, however, admit that risks to financial stability have in ... Show More

Since the failure of Silicon Valley Bank, investors are closely watching how stress in the financial sector is spreading through markets and the economy. With First Republic Bank and Credit Suisse making headlines, policymakers are examining what they can do to steady markets and ... Show More

Why the loosening of the new global liquidity standards has given a lift to European banks, private equity firms take a bet of UK retail banks, and what should be the role of banks in classroom-based financial education? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information ... Show More

<p>In today’s episode for 10th May 2024, we tell you about the RBI’s (Reserve Bank of India’s) new rules for big infrastructure loans and why it has put banks and NBFCs (Non Banking Financial Companies) in a spot of bother. </p> 

This week the banking team discusses the increased pressure on bankers to limit their bonuses after António Horta-Osório waived his entitlement to a bonus for last year. They also take a look at the Financial Stability Board's plans to restructure the financial services industry ... Show More

Saudi Arabia is experiencing numerous simultaneous challenges at the moment, ranging from royal infighting, a rearming Yemen, a diverging population, and a growing threat from Iran. Tasked with guiding the Saudis through this storm is MBS, a leader whose track record leaves a bit ... Show More

The IMF-World Bank annual meeting takes place in Marrakech just weeks after a deadly Moroccan earthquake. The setting is apt for emerging markets and defaulting countries that are struggling with headwinds from all sides. Listen to our global financial and economic editors discus ... Show More

Bright or turbulent? Mixed views on the global economy’s prospects The IMF and World Bank spring conference has been hearing mixed views on the immediate prospects for the global economy. IMF Chief economist Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas reckons that ‘turbulence is building and the s ... Show More