Donald Trump moves from Middle East opulence to spectre of empty supermarket shelves in US – The Irish Times

Walmart may be the biggest consumer experience in the world, but one thing you cannot buy there is a luxury jet fit for a king – or a United States president. Donald Trump’s first official overseas tour, a cultural exchange of ideas and new friendships in the limitless opulence of the Middle East’s ruling class, … Read more

More bark than bite? – The Irish Times

Is US president Donald Trump opening the door to a wider global trade war – one that could have dire consequences for the global trading system – or merely using the threat of tariffs to extract quick concessions from competitor countries? Trump regularly changes his rationale for tariffs. Sometimes he talks about using them to … Read more

What is the future of the corporate HQ?

The Future of the Office: From Command Center to Collaborative Hub The evolution of the corporate headquarters is on full display, with companies wrestling with the “return to office” mandate versus the allure of remote work. At first glance, the picture seems divided. Some businesses, like Amazon and JPMorgan Chase, are pushing for a full-fledged … Read more