US Commercial Aviation M&A Trends 2026
The commercial aerospace sector is showing positive signs of renewed merger and acquisition (M&A) activity as market conditions evolve. Analysts from Alderman & Company highlight that 2026 may bring relief to the previously stalled M&A pipeline, driven by shifting economic and regulatory trends.
AI-Powered Robotics Set to Transform Global Manufacturing, Says Intrinsic CEO
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in robotics may transform the global manufacturing landscape, offering new opportunities for efficiency and competitiveness beyond low labor costs, according to Wendy Tan White, CEO of Intrinsic, a subsidiary of Alphabet. The Factory of the Future Intrinsic,
Alphabet’s 100-Year Bond Sparks Fears of AI-Driven Debt Bubble
Alphabet, the parent company of Google, has issued a rare 100-year sterling bond as part of a wider $20 billion global debt program. The move attracted strong demand, especially from UK pension funds and insurance companies, which seek long-term assets to match future
Cal State Fullerton Accounting Analytics Lab Trains Leaders
Cal State Fullerton Leads in Next-Generation Accounting Education The Accounting Analytics Lab at Cal State Fullerton’s School of Accountancy is playing a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of accounting professionals. The initiative equips students with the skills needed to excel in
India Grants Apple Tax Exemption for Manufacturing Machines
India Changes Tax Rules to Boost Electronics Manufacturing India’s government has given Apple a major advantage by allowing foreign companies to provide machines to contract manufacturers without facing tax liability for five years. This change was announced in Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s 2026-27
India’s Climate Disclosures Lag as Investors Seek Clear Transition Plans: IEEFA
India’s corporate climate disclosure framework may not meet global investor expectations as transition planning becomes a key factor in capital allocation, according to a new assessment by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA). The analysis highlights that while India’s Business
Reliance Industries Faces Domestic Retail Slowdown Amid Geopolitical Headwinds
Reliance Industries, India’s largest conglomerate, is navigating a complex landscape of geopolitical tensions and domestic business challenges. While the company has managed to maintain steady growth in its oil refining and telecom sectors, its retail business—the group’s third-largest segment—has emerged as a key
2026 International Dubai Business Forum to Take Place in Shenzhen
Shenzhen will host the fifth International Dubai Business Forum on 14 May 2026, marking the forum’s second edition in China. Organised by Dubai Chambers, the event aims to strengthen China-Middle East trade ties, attract foreign investment, and highlight Dubai as a global hub
Shenzhen to Host Dubai Business Forum 2026, Boosting China-UAE Trade and Digital Economy
Dubai Expands Global Business Outreach Through China The fifth International Dubai Business Forum will be held on May 14, 2026, in Shenzhen, one of China’s fastest-growing innovation hubs. The announcement was made by Dubai Chambers, highlighting the forum’s goal of expanding Dubai’s global
Nestlé Recalls Infant Formula Globally Over Toxin Risk; Indian Products Safe
Global Product Recall Nestlé has announced a recall of certain infant formula products, including SMA, BEBA, and NAN formulas, across multiple countries in Europe, Africa, the Americas, and Asia. The recall follows concerns over possible contamination with a toxin that may cause nausea