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Holiday toy shortage possible due to 'historic strains on capacity'
By Emily Bevard | Sep 19, 2021
While the holiday season is still months away, retailers and infrastructure experts are already preparing for a possible shortage of Christmas toys this year, according to a recent Newsweek report.
Welcome our new ICC YAF Representatives for South Asia
By ICC DRS SOUTH ASIA | Sep 19, 2021
The ICC Young Arbitrators Forum has named 89 new regional representatives for its 2021-2023 mandate, including appointments in 16 previously unrepresented countries and a newly established chapter for Africa.
Amazon to hire up to 125,000, increase pay in 'tight labor market'
By Glenn Minnis | Sep 19, 2021
Set to launch at least 100 logistics facilities in the coming days, Amazon Inc. has announced plans to raise average starting wages to $18 per hour.In all, Reuters reports the world’s largest retailer plans to hire upwards of 125,000 warehouse and transportation workers across the country.
World Bank projects nearly a quarter billion will be forced into 'climate-driven migration'
By Karla Florez | Sep 16, 2021
A recent World Bank report revealed that an estimated 216 million individuals may eventually have to relocate amid climate change-related concerns.
CAVA Robotics opens Berlin office to advance position as leader in 'robotic surgery'
By Andy Nghiem | Sep 12, 2021
CAVA Robotics International recently announced it is opening a new European headquarters in Berlin according to a press release.
'We can hardly find any workers' – Chinese factories suffer labor shortage
By Caleb Lombardo | Sep 12, 2021
COVID concerns are adding to China's battle to attract workers, leaving doubts about how it will meet worldwide manufacturing demands.
GCM Grosvenor opening office in Germany
By Art Benavidez | Sep 12, 2021
Chicago-based GCM Grosvenor is opening an office in Germany to help serve their central Europe clientele.
'Japan is the logical place': Grayshift expands operations in Asia
By Andy Nghiem | Sep 12, 2021
Forensics technology company Grayshift, LLC, announced Sept. 7 the expansion of its Asia-Pacific presence with a new office in Japan.
Your IMF Update: IMF Seminar, Conference and Economic Forum
By Press release submission | Sep 12, 2021
Your IMF Update: IMF Seminar, Conference and Economic Forum
'We are excited': EZ Debride agrees to distribute products in southeast Asia
By Andy Nghiem | Sep 11, 2021
EZ Debride, out of San Antonio and Kernville, Texas, signed a distribution agreement with Intega Healthcare, Singapore, according to a press release.
SafetyPay partners with Hinode Group to offer 'risk-free' payments across Latin America
By Andy Nghiem | Sep 11, 2021
Digital payment platform SafetyPay announced Sept. 2 that is expanding its partnership with beauty and wellness product company Hinode Group
Wyndham launches 'luxury' hotel brand in Europe
By Andy Nghiem | Sep 11, 2021
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts announced Sept. 2 the launch of, Registry Collection Hotels, their newest brand of hotels, in Tbilisi, the capital of the country Georgia, in a press release.
BEA Announcement: BE-605 survey is now available in eFile
By 'Bureau of Economic Analysis' via News GlobeBanner | Sep 10, 2021
You can now submit your BE-605 survey of foreign direct investment in the United States for third quarter 2021 (your fiscal quarter ending closest to September 30) in BEA’s eFile system. The due date for most companies is October 30, unless this is your fourth fiscal quarter, in which case your due date is November 15.
Save the date!
By ICC Global Events | Sep 9, 2021
This year, the ICC New York Conference will take place during Paris Arbitration Week (PAW) on 22 September for the first time as a hybrid event!
U.S. goods and services deficit narrows slightly in July
By David Hutton | Sep 8, 2021
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis and U.S. Census Bureau release data detailing trade trends
'Our shared vision': Amyris acquires MG Empower
By John Kelly | Sep 4, 2021
Amyris, a U.S. based synthetic biotechnology company and a supplier of sustainable and natural ingredients, recently acquired MG Empower, a leading global influencer marketing agency.
Corporate profits surge as US GDP hits record highs
By Christina Heath | Sep 3, 2021
A Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) report shows that U.S. corporate profits surged to record highs in the second quarter of 2021.
Economists expect manufacturing industry to stay strong for the rest of 2021
By Bree Gonzales | Aug 12, 2021
Unexpected growth in demand for American-made goods for the month of June has economists seeing a strong manufacturing industry throughout the year.
Statement from U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo following Senate passage of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
By Press Release | Aug 11, 2021
Includes historic investment in broadband, provides statutory authorization for MBDA and increases NOAA funding to address climate change
Poshmark CEO 'delighted' to bring company to India
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 8, 2021
Poshmark, Inc. announced Aug. 2 plans to bring its simple, social, and sustainable shopping experience to India.