Keywords: Business


Trent reports 22% profit growth as Westside and Zudio fuel expansion across India

Indian fashion retailer Trent delivered strong first-quarter earnings, reporting a 22% increase in net profit as the continued expansion of its Westside and Zudio store networks drove sales growth beyond the country's largest metropolitan markets. The Tata Group company said profit for the quarter......

Heineken cuts 3,000 jobs as restructuring boosts first-half profits

Dutch brewing giant Heineken has eliminated approximately 3,000 jobs during the first half of 2026 as part of a global restructuring programme aimed at improving efficiency, while reporting a double-digit increase in net profit. The world's second-largest brewer, behind AB InBev, said the workforce......

Infantino’s alleged financial gains raise questions over controversial World Cup project

New reports have revealed further details surrounding FIFA’s controversial plan to commercialize part of the World Cup’s commercial rights, a project that created tensions between FIFA and UEFA and sparked debate over the future management of global football. According to The Times, FIFA......

Who is Lionel Rault, the new General Director of Air France-KLM for North Africa?

With over twenty-seven years of experience within the Air France-KLM group, Lionel Rault is embarking on a new chapter in his career by taking the helm of the North Africa, Sahel, and West Coast region (ANSCO). Based in Casablanca since August 1, 2026, this experienced leader inherits a strategic market......

UK manufacturing growth slows to four-month low as July PMI revised downward

Britain's manufacturing sector continued to expand in July 2026, but the pace of growth eased more than initially estimated, according to the latest purchasing managers' survey, highlighting fresh pressures on industrial activity despite the sector's sustained recovery. The final S&P......

Wales withdraws backing for Gianni Infantino after FIFA commercial rights plan collapses

The Football Association of Wales (FAW) has announced it will no longer support FIFA President Gianni Infantino's bid for another four-year term, following the collapse of a controversial proposal to sell a stake in the commercial rights of FIFA competitions. The decision represents a notable political......

Sunil Chhetri urges Tata Group to reconsider Jamshedpur FC exit from Indian Super League

Former India captain Sunil Chhetri has appealed to Tata Group to reverse its decision to withdraw Jamshedpur FC from the Indian Super League (ISL), warning that the conglomerate’s departure would deal a significant blow to the development of professional football in the country. The appeal came......

Morocco and Taiwan suspend visa processing under reciprocal measures

Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the suspension of visa application processing for Moroccan citizens, citing the principle of reciprocity in bilateral travel arrangements. The measure follows Morocco's decision to temporarily halt the issuance of visa confirmation documents......

Infantino withdraws FIFA private investment proposal after global criticism

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has withdrawn a proposal to introduce private investors into part of FIFA's commercial operations following strong opposition from football organizations and growing concerns over the future governance of the world's governing body for football. The proposal......