Jul 19, 2023 09:22 am UTC| Economy Business Life
Advent International, a private equity firm, has halted its proposed acquisition of Everstone Capitals 40.9% stake in Restaurant Brands Asia (RBA). The firm, initially interested in RBAs Indian sector, failed to agree on...
Chipotle Taps Alshaya Group for Middle East Expansion: A Milestone Franchise Agreement
Jul 19, 2023 08:30 am UTC| Business Economy Life
In an unprecedented move, Chipotle Mexican Grill will debut in the Middle East through a franchise partnership with Kuwaits Alshaya Group. Set to launch in early 2024, this partnership marks Chipotles first-ever franchise...
GM Struggles with Delivery Amid High Demand; Buys Israeli Battery Tech Firm ALGOLiON
Jul 19, 2023 08:16 am UTC| Economy Business Life
General Motors (GM) is grappling with significant delivery issues despite a surge in U.S. vehicle demand, per North American president Rory Harvey. Amidst the companys struggle with post-pandemic logistics, GM stays...
Nissan LEAF Embroiled in a Million-Unit Global Recall Amidst Skyrocketing Ariya Sales
Jul 18, 2023 10:15 am UTC| Economy Business Life Nature
Despite impressive sales of its newer Ariya SUV, Nissan finds itself confronting a sizable recall affecting over a million vehicles worldwide, including the pioneering LEAF electric model. Out of the over 600,000 LEAFs...
Swatch Sues Malaysian Government Over Confiscated LGBTQ-Themed Watches
Jul 18, 2023 09:14 am UTC| Law Economy Business Life
Swiss watchmaker Swatch Group is suing Malaysia following the confiscation of its rainbow-colored watches celebrating LGBTQ rights, an act the company claims has tarnished its reputation and disrupted its business...
Should you be friends with your co-workers? Here’s what the research says
Jul 18, 2023 07:59 am UTC| Life
In my teens and twenties, I didnt think much about how important it was to like the people I worked with. At the time, I was working as a waiter at a Toronto diner and being friends with my colleagues was part of the...
Hyundai Unveils Revamped Santa Fe SUV: New Design Promises Urban Elegance, Outdoor Versatility
Jul 18, 2023 06:31 am UTC| Economy Business Life
Hyundai Motor Co., South Koreas top automaker, announced on Tuesday a striking redesign of the all-new Santa Fe SUV. The fifth-generation model, set for a global release in August, boasts a cutting-edge design mirroring...
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