Category: Merger Briefs

Toronto and Vancouver no longer top housing bubble risks

Toronto and Vancouver no longer top housing bubble risks

By Gracia Septiani September 25, 2026
Toronto and Vancouver are no longer among the highest-risk cities for housing bubbles in 2026, per UBS’s Global Real Estate Bubble Index—now classified as moder
Gen Z Canadians hit hardest by payment fraud

Gen Z Canadians hit hardest by payment fraud

By Yola Nurhayati September 24, 2026
Gen Z Canadians face payment fraud at twice the national average, with nearly half targeted and 25% suffering financial losses in 2026.
Merchants Oppose Proposed Interchange Fee Settlement

Merchants Oppose Proposed Interchange Fee Settlement

By Ziva Kurniawan September 15, 2026
Merchants oppose proposed interchange fee settlement, alleging liability immunity for issuers and meager relief for merchants, including interchange fees rules.
Talking about death without fear

Talking about death without fear

By Ziva Kurniawan August 22, 2026
Learn how to start discussing death without fear, transforming anxiety into meaningful conversations and peace of mind.
Libya Needs Billions to Boost Oil Output

Libya Needs Billions to Boost Oil Output

By Ziva Kurniawan August 18, 2026
Libya requires billions to boost oil output and modernize infrastructure. Learn how the country plans to raise production to 2 million barrels daily with new fo
Mideast Violence Escalates Amid Iran Conflict

Mideast Violence Escalates Amid Iran Conflict

By Yola Nurhayati August 15, 2026
Iran conflict escalates mideast violence with drone attacks on Saudi Aramco's refinery, sparking concerns over regional stability and oil supplies.
US Power Grid Faces Record Demand Strains

US Power Grid Faces Record Demand Strains

By Yola Nurhayati August 14, 2026
US power grid faces record demand strains driven by Big Tech and artificial intelligence, requiring upgrades to meet growing electricity demand.
Trump’s Jones Act move won’t cut gas prices

Trump’s Jones Act move won’t cut gas prices

By Gracia Septiani August 10, 2026
Trump’s Jones Act waiver won’t lower gas prices despite high costs, as shipping expenses play a minor role in fuel pricing.

By Ziva Kurniawan August 1, 2026
Venture capitalists are pouring capital into U.S. nuclear startups to fuel AI energy needs. Global investment has hit $4.5 billion as leaders chase sustainable
Senior hires slow as firms go offshore

Senior hires slow as firms go offshore

By Ziva Kurniawan July 27, 2026
Superannuation funds slow senior hiring as firms expand offshore investment teams with demand for top executives remaining steady but selective for senior roles
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