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GlobalData Social Media Analytics reveals top 10 companies lording over BNPL conversations past 12 months

The Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) industry witnessed exponential growth during the COVID-19 pandemic, led by surge in digital payments. Since inflation and interest rates increased in June 2022, the BNPL-related social media discussions’ peak started to fade. , the social media share of voice (Twitter and Reddit) focused on BNPL revealed that Apple Pay […]

Hungary’s economic growth to almost stagnate in 2023, forecasts GlobalData

Hungary’s inflation rate, which reached a 26-year high in the early months of 2023, is predicted to reduce household purchasing power and affect domestic demand in the country. Moreover, the high borrowing costs will likely keep investment sentiment low. In addition, the country’s export growth is anticipated to slow in line with declining external demand. […]

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Top 25 banks revenue growth soars in 2022 despite inflation and geopolitical risks, says GlobalData

The top 25 global banks* registered revenue and total assets growth of 15.5% and 5.8%, respectively, in 2022, with most of the top players performing exceedingly well despite challenges from high inflation and the Russia-Ukraine war, says GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. All the top 25 banks reported year-on-year growth in their revenues. […]

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Asia-Pacific deal activity down by 28.3% YoY during January-April 2023, finds GlobalData

In line with the global trend, deal activity in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region also declined year-on-year in the first four months of 2023. A total of 4,472 deals* were announced in the APAC region during January to April 2023, which represents a decline of 28.3% over 6,235 deals announced during the same period in 2022, […]

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Saudi Arabia’s economic growth to decelerate to 3.1 % in 2023, forecasts GlobalData

OPEC+ agreed to cut oil production until the end of 2023 to stabilize the market amidst an uncertain global economic outlook. The reduction in oil production is expected to have an impact on Saudi Arabia’s economy as the oil sector accounts for more than 45% of its GDP. Additionally, the slowdown in economic activities and […]

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Global deal activity plunges by 29.9% YoY in January-April 2023, reveals GlobalData

Deal activity in the first four months of 2023 decreased in comparison to the same period in 2022, due to a decline in business activities, an increase in political and economic uncertainty globally, and volatility in financial markets. These factors may have reduced investors’ appetite for risk, making them hesitant to invest in new deals. […]

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Travel and Tourism sector deal activity down by 43% YoY in January-April 2023, finds GlobalData

A total of 219 deals* were announced in the global Travel and Tourism sector during January to April 2023, which is a 43% decline over 384 deals announced during the same period in 2022, finds GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. Aurojyoti Bose, Lead Analyst at GlobalData, comments: “Deal activity in the travel and […]

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Take-Two to release earnings on May 17: Will analyst sentiment continue to rise from 11% increase in previous earnings call?

Take-Two Interactive Software Inc (Take-Two) is scheduled to release its earnings on 17 May 2023. Analyst sentiment was up 11% in Q1 2023 over Q4 2022 with optimism around the Zynga acquisition, cost reduction initiatives, and digital net bookings, according to GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. Gain a comprehensive understanding of Take-Two with […]

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Reopening measures to support China’s economic rebound in 2023, forecasts GlobalData

The lifting of ‘Zero-COVID Policy’ in December 2022 is expected to drive domestic demand and accelerate economic activities in China. Coupled with this, the stable political leadership transition and institutional reforms are positive developments that could help ensure policy continuity and stability. Against this backdrop, GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company forecasts China’s economic […]

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GlobalData reveals top ten banking and financial institutions driving social media conversations surrounding banking crisis

The ongoing banking crisis is the consequence of a dramatic increase in interest rates by central banks, particularly those in the economies of the US and the UK, in an endeavor to control inflation. Against this backdrop, GlobalData’s Social Media Analytics Platform reveals the list of top 10 banking and financial institutions that were most […]

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Global Foundries to release earnings today. Can it regain Analyst sentiment from the 2% dip in previous earnings call?

GlobalFoundries Inc is scheduled to release its Q1 earnings on 9 May 2023. Its analyst sentiment for Q1 2023 was down 2% over Q4 2022 due to the negativity around Capex, materials, energy, labor costs, and inflation, reveals GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. Summary for earnings call transcript released in Q1 2023: Analyst […]

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Mentions of alternative propulsion increase significantly in company filings in Q1 2023, says GlobalData

The shift towards sustainable and eco-friendly transportation options has led to an increase in the adoption of different forms of alternative propulsion. Against this backdrop, alternative propulsions have become a more prominent topic of discussion in company filing documents in Q1 2023, according to GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. An analysis of GlobalData’s […]

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Amidst declining job postings, digitalization and AI themes trending in Q1 2023, reveals GlobalData

New job postings decline by 19.1% Key themes driving hiring trends are Cloud, AI and Big Data The first quarter (Q1) of 2023 saw many companies across the globe announcing layoffs amidst a continuous decline in job postings. Major players like Salesforce, Accenture, and JP Morgan Chase & Co are among the companies that have […]

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US banking sector to enter consolidation phase with recent collapses, says GlobalData

Following the news that First Republic Bank became the third US bank to collapse in recent months; Murthy Grandhi, Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “The US is currently grappling with the dual challenges of elevated inflation and regional banking crises, causing concerns among investors. These could potentially trigger […]

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AI’s new era of communication with ChatGPT brings concerns about cybersecurity and search engine ranking, finds GlobalData

The development of advanced language models such as ChatGPT (Generative Pre-trained Transform) has triggered discussions among companies regarding the potential risks associated with generative AI technology. While some believe that AI-powered products may improve efficiency and productivity, others worry about the impact on cybersecurity, search engine ranking, and profitability, says GlobalData, a leading data and […]

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Australia budget deficit to widen in FY 2023–24, foresees GlobalData

The upcoming Australian budget for 2023-24, set to be announced on 09 May 2023, is anticipated to alleviate the cost-of-living crisis caused by the elevated price levels through significant stimulus packages. Additionally, the government is expected to prioritize energy transition, digitization, and defence. Against this backdrop, the budget deficit of Australia is expected to widen […]

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Global VC deal activity takes hit in Q1 2023, decline more prominent in high-value deals, finds GlobalData

Global venture capital (VC) deal activity took a year-on-year (YoY) hit in the first quarter (Q1) 2023 and deal volume across most of the funding sizes experienced decline but the impact was more prominent for high-value transactions. This indicates a potential shift in the VC landscape, as investors become more cautious and selective with their […]

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UBS, Rothschild & Co top M&A financial advisers in automotive sector in Q1 2023, reveals GlobalData

UBS and Rothschild & Co were the top mergers and acquisitions (M&A) financial advisers in the automotive sector during the first quarter (Q1) of 2023 by value and volume, respectively, according to the latest financial advisers league table by GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. An analysis of GlobalData’s Financial Deals Database reveals that […]

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White & Case, CMS top M&A legal advisers by value and volume in automotive sector in Q1 2023, reveals GlobalData

White & Case and CMS were the top mergers and acquisitions (M&A) legal advisers in the automotive sector during the first quarter (Q1) of 2023 by value and volume, respectively, according to the latest legal advisers league table by GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. An analysis of GlobalData’s Financial Deals Database reveals that […]

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Global top 25 technology companies gain over $2.4 trillion in Q1 2023 despite challenges, reveals GlobalData

Nvidia, Meta, Salesforce and AMD gain more than 50% in market cap in Q1 2023 FAAMG stocks continue to dominate the top 25 global tech stocks’ valuation The technology sector continues to be a driving force behind the global economic growth. Despite the ongoing challenges posed by geopolitical issues and interest rate hikes, the global […]

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