Industrial commodities drag global markets down
Industrial commodity values have taken a hit thanks to the continued uncertainty surrounding China’s economy, and the possibility of further…
China’s slowdown and America’s recovery squeeze emerging markets
One of the biggest financial stories of the 21st century so far has been the increasing importance of emerging markets.…
Sustainable innovation drives the future of cities, says MIT researcher
Sustainable innovation is an essential part of developing the cities of the future, according to a top MIT researcher. Wei…
Apple hires 11,000 female employees within a year
Over the last 12 months, tech giant Apple hired more than 11,000 new female employees around the world. In the…
Audit market sees surge in aggressive headhunting
Recruitment tactics used by the high end accounting firms in the UK are becoming increasingly aggressive, a senior partner in…
A-level results see drop in top grades but more university places
With the results of this year's A-level exams just coming in, the latest figures reveal a slight fall in top…
ACCA says businesses are at risk from gender inequality
When it comes to the workplace, the battle of the sexes could have serious implications for businesses across the world…
Willingness key to successful accounting career, says AAA
The recent American Accounting Association's annual meeting saw the presentation of a paper that outlined the reasons why the most…
UK wage growth and employment slows
In news that has surprised economists, the UK’s wage growth has slowed, while the levels of unemployment have risen. The…
Expansion in low-paid work is cause of puzzling UK productivity
A shift in the UK economy towards sectors such as food and accommodation could be behind the current 'productivity puzzle',…
Quarter of UK SMEs at risk due to late payments
A new report highlights the dangers faced by small businesses because of cash flow problems caused by late payments. The…
Greek bailout deal approaches final stages
Negotiations surrounding the latest Greek bailout deal seem to be entering their final stages as Greek ministers and EU officials…