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FREEPIKTHE PHILIPPINES aims to transition to an upper middle-income country over the next few years and achieve high-income status by 2050. While these goals are achievable, there are significant challenges to be addressed.The “scarring effects” caused by the COVID-19 pandemic have impaired corporate balance sheets,
Specialist agricultural lawyers at Clarke Willmott LLP have reported a surge in enquiries about pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements from farming families, following recent government changes to inheritance tax on farm assets.With succession planning now a pressing concern, private client and family law specialists are seeing
Britain’s high streets continued to shrink in 2024, with an average of 35 stores closing each day as retailers battled online competition and economic uncertainty. However, despite 12,804 closures last year, the latest data from PwC indicates a more positive outlook for the sector, with the
A landmark tribunal ruling could provide major inheritance tax relief for families who engaged in historic ‘home loan’ schemes, potentially saving them six-figure sums in tax bills, according to national law firm Clarke Willmott LLP. The ruling in Elborne v HMRC overturned a previous decision that
Gerrards Cross Memorial Centre Announces Renowned Actor Robert Lindsay as Host for Upcoming Fundraising EventGerrards Cross, UK – The Gerrards Cross Memorial Centre (GXCA) has revealed that award-winning actor Robert Lindsay will serve as the host for their highly anticipated Bingo & Bubbles evening. The
Eddie Jordan, the flamboyant and fiercely independent Formula One team owner, businessman, and TV pundit, has passed away at the age of 76. A larger-than-life figure in motorsport, Jordan was best known for founding the Jordan Grand Prix team, which brought a refreshing, rebellious energy to
“Vooglam Launches Office Siren Eyewear Collection for Fashion-Forward Professionals”London, UK – Renowned eyewear brand Vooglam has announced the release of their latest collection, the Office Siren Eyeglasses. The collection aims to redefine the concept of eyewear as a statement piece for professionals, rather than just
Weleda AG, the global leader in certified natural skincare and anthroposophic medicines, has recently announced a comprehensive modernization of its brand identity. This marks the first time in the company’s history, since its founding in 1921, that its logo, corporate design, and overall brand presence
Conzoom Solutions, the industry hub of consumer goods fairs at Messe Frankfurt, is urging retailers to embrace trends and actively shape the future of shopping. With new technologies, innovative concepts, and targeted emotional engagement of customers being the key success factors for the retail industry,