Microsoft is preparing for another round of layoffs, with “major” and “substantial” job cuts expected to affect its Xbox and global sales divisions in early July 2025, reported Bloomberg. This move, part of a broader company-wide realignment, follows the elimination of over 6,000 roles in just the past two months. Microsoft stock remained largely unfazed following…
What are Recurring Deposits? Recurring Deposit (RD) is a popular investment option among risk-averse investors who prefer a fixed income with minimal risk. An RD account allows individuals to deposit a fixed amount of money every month and earn interest on it, similar to a Fixed Deposit (FD). The key difference is that with an RD,…
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) wields a crucial tool to manage the Indian financial system: the Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR). This ratio dictates a minimum percentage of a bank’s deposits (Net Demand and Time Liabilities, or NDTL) that must be held in highly liquid assets like cash, gold, or government securities. Unlike the deposited with…
CapEx is short for Capital Expenditure. It is a key financial metric used by analysts to understand a company’s investment behavior. Read along to learn in detail what capital expenditure means and how to calculate CapEx. Discover its different types and understand how CapEx is different from revenue expenditure. What is Capital Expenditure? CapEx represents…
Generation Z is often unfairly labeled as distracted, anxious, lonely or under-skilled. But our experience has been the complete opposite. As CEO of Resolution Project and Enactus Global, I’ve witnessed first-hand that this generation is innovative, digitally-native, socially-conscious and values-driven. Where others see limitations, we see a generation whose unique perspective and determination enable them to tackle complex social challenges with unprecedented ingenuity…
With just five years left to meet the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set forth by the UN 2030 Agenda, the world is at a crossroads for tackling the climate crisis, inequality and poverty. Despite the turmoil in the development sector and the world around us, this impending deadline should not be overlooked — and the importance of these goals to…
Startups operating at the nexus of climate and agriculture in Africa have attracted just over $1 billion in venture funding over the past decade, according to data from AgBase (a business intelligence platform hosted by Briter providing real-time insights on AgTech and FoodTech in emerging markets). This represents nearly two-thirds of all capital flowing to AgTech ventures, and just…
Leveraging YouTube influencers is a powerful marketing strategy for organisations seeking global sales and brand recognition. It is hard to argue with the notion that YouTube has become, after Google, the most essential and extensive search engine available today. As such, businesses must include a to leverage the platform’s reach and ubiquity. Even if your micro…
Innovation hubs have become crucial support systems for entrepreneurs, providing the resources to turn ideas into impactful ventures. The shared resources provided by such hubs usually include cutting-edge technology, networks, and collaborative environments. According to the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor, 88% of entrepreneurs believe that access to networks and mentorship is crucial to their success, yet…
In today’s hyper-competitive marketplace, understanding the psychology of buyers is more than just a competitive edge—it’s a survival tactic. Yet, despite access to vast consumer data and behavioral analytics, many businesses still operate under outdated or outright false assumptions about what truly drives customer decisions. While catchy slogans and clever campaigns might create temporary buzz,…