Category: Reports

Enhancing Corporate Governance in Indian Startups and SMEs

19 July 202519 July 2025 Rupam Tandon No Comments

Why Governance Matters at the Grassroots Rupam Tandon discusses why robust corporate governance is becoming a growth imperative for Indian startups and SMEs. From moving beyond founder-led decision-making to building independent boards, embedding ethical leadership, succession planning, and ESG-focused practices, governance is now central to attracting investors, managing risks, and achieving sustainable, scalable growth in…

ESG, FEATURED, Opinion, Reports, SMEs, Startups, TOP STORIES

Smart Mobility Surge: Automotive Electronics Market to Reach USD 455 Billion by 2032

18 June 202518 June 2025 P Koshy No Comments

The global automotive electronics market is entering a dynamic new era, with projections indicating a leap from USD 255 billion in 2023 to approximately USD 455 billion by 2032. This robust expansion, as reported by DataIntelo, is underpinned by a 6.5% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) and signals significant opportunities for SMEs and startups in…

Business, Manufacturing, Reports

World MSME Day: A Global Commemoration of Entrepreneurial Vitality

15 May 202512 June 2025 Editor No Comments

Observed annually on June 27th, World MSME Day highlights the indispensable role of Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises as pivotal drivers of global job creation, innovation, and sustainable development. World Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day (MSME Day), observed annually on June 27th, serves as a pivotal international observance to recognize and celebrate the immense…

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Russia and UAE Near Historic Free Trade Zone Agreement: A Boost for SMEs

29 April 202529 April 2025 Editor No Comments

In a significant step toward deepening economic ties, Russia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are finalizing a free trade zone agreement between the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and the UAE, with a target signing date by the end of 2025. Announced by Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexei Overchuk on April 28, 2025, the deal…

Business, News, Opinion, Politics, Reports, SMEs

IMF Unveils New Global Standards for Macroeconomic Statistics with Release of BPM7

21 March 202520 April 2025 Svetlana M No Comments

Washington, D.C., March 20, 2025 — The International Monetary Fund (IMF), in collaboration with the global statistical community, has released the seventh edition of the Integrated Balance of Payments and International Investment Position Manual (BPM7), establishing updated international standards for compiling external sector statistics. The manual, last updated in 2009, incorporates significant changes reflecting the…

FEATURED, News, Reports, TOP STORIES

Google Workspace vs. Zoho vs. Microsoft 365: Finding the Perfect Productivity Suite for SMEs, Executives, and Entrepreneurs

12 March 202512 March 2025 Svetlana M No Comments

In our fast-paced, digital-first world, selecting the right productivity suite can make or break a business. For Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), executives, entrepreneurs, and solopreneurs, these tools are more than just software—they’re the backbone of collaboration, project management, and customer engagement. With so many options available, how do you choose the one that fits…

FEATURED, Reports, SMEs, Technology, TOP STORIES

Leveraging BRICS for Industrial Development: A Critical Review of IID Policy Brief 17

27 February 20253 March 2025 Svetlana M No Comments

IID Policy Brief 17 – Trade for Industrial Development: Leveraging the Potential of BRICS for Developing Countries 2025 | Author(s): B. Tse, F. Hartwich The expansion of BRICS to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Iran, and the UAE, alongside its growing network of partner countries, marks a significant development in global economic cooperation. With a combined…

Reports, Reviews

India and EU Strengthen Science and Technology Ties with High-Level Delegation Meeting

27 February 202528 February 2025 Editor No Comments

New Delhi, February 27, 2025 – A high-level European Union (EU) delegation, led by Ms. Ekaterina Zaharieva, European Union Commissioner for Startups, Research, and Innovation, met with India’s Union Minister for Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, in New Delhi today to discuss strengthening collaboration in startups and innovation. The meeting marks a significant milestone…

News, Reports, Reviews

Global Employment Trends in 2025: Insights from the ILO’s World Employment and Social Outlook

21 February 20253 March 2025 Svetlana M No Comments

The World Employment and Social Outlook: Trends 2025 report by the International Labour Organization (ILO) presents a comprehensive analysis of global labor market dynamics, offering insights into employment trends, economic challenges, and policy recommendations. As global labor markets navigate an era of uncertainty, the report provides a crucial assessment of resilience, productivity, and inclusivity in…

FEATURED, Reports, Reviews, TOP STORIES

Budget 2025-26: The MSME Blueprint for Global Success & Sustainable Growth

11 February 202528 February 2025 Svetlana M No Comments

India’s Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)—the backbone of the economy—are set for a dynamic transformation with the Union Budget 2025-26. With an emphasis on credit expansion, digitization, trade competitiveness, and sustainability, the budget delivers strategic interventions to empower small businesses, ensuring they remain resilient and globally competitive. From revised classification criteria to green enterprise…

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