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The recent political turmoil in South Korea, including President Yoon Suk Yeol's failed attempt to impose martial law and subsequent impeachment, is expected to have minimal long-term impact on the country's stock market, according to fund manager Arjun Jayaraman. Despite the uncertainty, Jayaraman believes that South Korea presents investment opportunities due to undervaluation and potential for reform, particularly in corporate governance. The South Korean won's depreciation against the U.S. dollar following the political events may...

A recent government report revealed that injuries at Amazon.com Inc.'s warehouses exceed those at other facilities, accusing the company of manipulating injury data and disregarding safety recommendations in favor of speed and profit. The report suggests that Amazon prioritizes productivity over worker well-being, leading to a higher rate of workplace injuries. Despite warnings to improve safety measures, the online retailer allegedly failed to address the issue, putting its employees at risk for the sake of...

In the Unlock the Editor’s Digest, Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, highlights Rachel Reeves’ increase in business taxes impacting the UK economy as companies reduce hiring, leading to a drop in private sector employment in December. The S&P Global flash UK purchasing managers’ employment index fell to 45.8, reflecting a lack of stable headcount due to corporate confidence being affected by Reeves' £25bn rise in employers’ national insurance contributions. Business groups express concerns about...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own, highlighting the challenges companies face in sustaining growth while supporting employees amidst concerns over burnout and mental health. The need for evolving workplace culture is emphasized, with a focus on adapting benefits and policies to align with changing employee priorities. Key lessons include the importance of evolving culture, knowing when to evolve or change, seeking diverse perspectives, anchoring change in core values, and consistently reinforcing company values...

Wealthy households and property investors will face higher tax bills in 2025 due to a range of tax hikes and freezes to personal allowances announced in the first Budget by chancellor Rachel Reeves. Changes include frozen income tax thresholds leading to fiscal drag, increased capital gains tax rates, inheritance tax reforms, upcoming stamp duty costs for property buyers, higher employer national insurance rates, and potential council tax increases by local authorities. These changes will impact...

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has reportedly delayed the government's pension review, impacting auto-enrolment and savers. Labour's manifesto pledge for a pensions review has been postponed indefinitely, sparking concerns about retirement adequacy and savings. The Treasury's decision to delay addressing pension challenges could lead to future financial insecurity for millions of Brits, as experts warn of potential consequences for pension taxation and savings incentives. Full Article