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Global deal activity down by 24.1% YoY during January to August 2023, reveals GlobalData

Global deal activity experienced a significant setback, plunging by 24.1% year-on-year (YoY) from 47,692 to 36,176 deals during the initial eight months of 2023. This decline is attributed to the escalating geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties. These factors cast a shadow over regions and key markets globally, impacting investor sentiment, according to GlobalData, a leading […]
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Travel and tourism industry deal activity down by 36.2% YoY in January-August 2023, reveals GlobalData

The global travel and tourism industry experienced a notable decline in deal activity during January-August 2023, marking a substantial year-on-year (YoY) decrease of 36.2% compared to the same period in 2022. This decline spanned various deal types, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A), private equity, and venture financing, with economic uncertainties and geopolitical tensions playing a […]
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Delta Air Lines SkyMiles changes draw ire from influencers and passengers on social media, reveals GlobalData

Delta Air Lines Inc has recently introduced substantial revisions to its SkyMiles loyalty program. Under the new policy, elite status will be based on the amount of money spent rather than miles flown. This shift, while altering the landscape of elite benefits, has triggered discontent among numerous frequent flyers. Many have expressed their frustration and […]
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Vietnam thriving semiconductor industry fuels economic resilience amidst global challenges, reveals GlobalData

Vietnam’s semiconductor industry, bolstered by significant investments from industry giants like Samsung and Intel, and the relocation of major manufacturers from China, has partly helped the country shine amidst a global economic downturn. With a projected 5.1% growth rate in 2023, exceeding the 4.5% three-year average (2020-22), Vietnam’s economy is poised for a robust rebound. […]
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Turkiye economic growth to decelerate in 2023 and 2024, forecasts GlobalData

In February 2023, Turkiye experienced a catastrophic earthquake that resulted in over $100 billion in damages and claimed more than 50,000 lives, as per the United Nations estimates. This tragic event, coupled with soaring inflation rates, a depreciating currency, and reduced international demand, is anticipated to have substantial repercussions on Turkiye’s economic outlook. As a […]
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China public enterprises account for 47.9% of top 10 APAC cities revenue in 2022, reveals GlobalData

The aggregate revenue of the public enterprises headquartered in China among the top 10 Asia-Pacific (APAC) cities, in terms of GDP, amounted to $8.4 trillion (47.9%) in 2022, finds GlobalData, a leading data analytics and research company. An analysis of GlobalData’s Company Profiles Database reveals that five cities from China—Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, and Chongqing—featured […]
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Smucker $5.6 billion Hostess acquisition stirs up social media discussions and investor worries, observes GlobalData

The J.M. Smucker Company (Smucker) has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Hostess Brands, Inc. for approximately $5.6 billion. Against this backdrop, there was a spike in social media discussions around “Smucker” during the second week of September, reveals the Social Media Analytics Platform of GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. Smitarani Tripathy, Social […]
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Smurfit and WestRock merger could potentially consolidate combined entity into industry giant, says GlobalData

Following the news that Smurfit and WestRock are in talks for a potential merger; Benher Gracio, Business Fundamentals Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “A potential merger of Smurfit Kappa and WestRock will see the emergence of a top global paper and packaging player with strong operational synergies, as […]
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Beijing, Tokyo lead top 25 global cities in aggregate revenues as public companies thrive in 2022, reveals GlobalData

A study of the public listed companies headquartered in the top 25 global cities in terms of GDP has revealed interesting facts and figures. In 2022, Beijing-based public companies accounted for 19.2%, followed by Tokyo and New York-based public firms in terms of aggregate revenue, according to GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. The […]
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Cybersecurity job postings in pharma industry up at 34% CAGR since 2020, reveals GlobalData

A notable shift is underway in the pharmaceutical industry as companies are increasingly prioritizing the adoption of emerging technologies and stringent compliance measures to safeguard against cyber threats and data breaches. Consequently, there is a surge in hiring for cybersecurity-related roles including data, automation, security, compliance, risk, and relationships in Q2 2023, reflecting a 34% […]
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Cybersecurity dominates pharma industry discussions during Q2 2023, reveals GlobalData report

Amid the push for digital transformation, the pharmaceutical industry finds itself navigating a critical intersection of concerns—data protection, regulations, and the threat of data breaches. This pivotal juncture has thrust cybersecurity into the spotlight in the discussions of companies during Q2 2023, revealing its paramount significance in safeguarding sensitive information, with regulation mentions getting on […]
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Companies seen hiring for roles to lead digital initiatives in Q2 2023, finds GlobalData

Companies were seen posting a significant number of jobs with roles to drive their digital initiatives such as digital ultrasound services, artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled digital products, and remote software management in Q2 2023, according to Job Analytics Database of GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. GlobalData’s latest report, “Global Hiring Activity – Trends & […]
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APAC countries take center stage in Q2 2023 filings of North America companies, reveals GlobalData

Asia-Pacific (APAC) countries such as China, India, Australia, Japan, and South Korea featured prominently within the filings of North America-headquartered companies throughout the second quarter (Q2) of 2023. Other key countries that also found substantial mentions include the UK, Brazil, Germany, Russia, and Ukraine, reveals the Company Filing Analytics Database of GlobalData, a leading data […]
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Hybrid jobs surge 29% YoY in Q2 2023 as companies embrace flexibility, reveals GlobalData

The ongoing advancements in technology have made remote collaboration more feasible and seamless than ever before. As a result, hybrid working roles, which enable employees to balance their work hours between the office and their homes, are experiencing a surge. Subsequently, job postings featuring the keyword “hybrid work” year-on-year (YoY) increased by 29% in Q2 […]
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India VC funding sees steep decline during January-July 2023 amid economic uncertainties, reveals GlobalData

India’s venture capital (VC) landscape has undergone a substantial transformation, marked by a considerable downturn in funding activity, during January-July 2023. The country saw a stark decline of 42.9% in VC deal volume, with a corresponding plummet of 72.5% in disclosed funding value compared to the same period in 2022. This unsettling trend, amidst broader […]
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Technology, financial services, retail, and pharma industries top recruiters of GenAI talent, finds GlobalData

Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is a rapidly growing field, and the demand for skilled professionals with expertise in AI, machine learning, and related technologies is on the rise. As more companies adopt GenAI to improve their customer service and operational efficiency, there is an increase in job postings related to GenAI, with technology, financial services, […]
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China VC funding declines during January-July 2023, but still outperforms global peers, reveals GlobalData

China experienced a decline in venture capital (VC) funding activity during January-July 2023. The country saw a 16.5% decrease in deal volume and a 28.6% reduction in disclosed funding value compared to the same period in 2022. However, this contraction appears relatively measured when juxtaposed with other major economies, reveals GlobalData, a leading data and […]
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