Industry Focus Insights

The U.S. is shifting its economy to a virtual one by linking the dollar to digital assets, a risky move to manage debt. China, in contrast, is focusing on its real-world economy, setting up a potential new clash.

Despite US-China competition and global instability, the "Asian Century" remains likely. China's continued economic growth, alongside the dynamism of other Asian economies and shared regional values, creates a strong foundation for continued Asian ascension.

In an increasingly turbulent geopolitical landscape, businesses face unprecedented challenges. This article offers 11 key strategies, from integrating geopolitical risk assessments into boardroom decisions to building resilient supply chains and fostering "business statesmanship," to help companies navigate these complexities and safeguard their future.

Why wind and solar power have thrived while carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) has lagged.

Despite holding the world's fourth-largest foreign exchange reserves, Russia narrowly avoided a historic default on its sovereign Eurobonds in March 2022 due to the unexpected freezing of nearly US$300 billion of its reserves.

Investors are scrutinizing the energy industry due to recent challenges including volatile oil prices, stricter environmental regulations, decreased fossil fuel demand, the rise of renewable energy, pandemic-related disruptions, and divestment from upstream projects.