Services sector

Chongqing’s economic plans signal continuity even as city tries to tap trends

Chongqing’s move to grow its “emotional economy” comes as the booming consumption trend takes hold worldwide.

China’s services gauge slows again with growth at six-month low

People visit the annual Ice and Snow Festival in Harbin, Heilongjiang Province, China, January 4, 2026.

Zus Coffee backs Malaysia employee who was verbally abused, splashed with coffee in viral video

Zus said that it does not tolerate disrespectful behaviour towards its employees or customers.

Botswana launches citizenship program to boost economy beyond diamonds

Botswana's President Duma Gideon Boko arrives to address the 80th United Nations General Assembly at U.N. headquarters in New York, U.S., September 25, 2025. REUTERS/Eduardo Munoz

The next frontier for global business that plays to Singapore’s strengths

Relatively high-cost countries like Singapore, Canada and some eastern European countries could become hubs for GCCs.

How McKinsey lost its edge

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