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International business report What a trade war means for Asia Pacific businesses
Asia Pacific businesses are stuck in the middle of the US-China trade war. No matter how the conflict ends, trade patterns in the region are likely to change permanently and it will be those businesses with the most strategic foresight that stand to benefit.
International Business Report (IBR) Mexico: an enduring business hotspot
Despite the home-grown uncertainty and foreign sabre-rattling that dominates today’s headlines, it’s important to remember that Mexico is still a hotspot for international businesses that will endure thanks to its unique access to the riches of North America and its fundamental competitive advantages.
International Business Report (IBR) European economic outlook
European businesses are battening down the hatches in the face of swirling uncertainty, but leaders shouldn’t just sit back and wait for a clearer picture. There are still growth opportunities in the market for those adopting the right strategies.
APAC's ageing population How businesses can drive growth in health and medtech
Grant Thornton’s International Business Report (IBR) reveals that business leaders in the region view ageing as the most significant threat to their businesses over the next five years. Health and medtech businesses are leading the way in identifying rich opportunities in this disruption.
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS REPORT Thriving in 2019’s global economy
The global economic cycle has peaked and businesses face a more downbeat global economy in 2019. However, while the headlines are daunting, there are good reasons for business leaders to hold their nerve.
International Business Report Closing the skills gap
A skilled worker shortage means that businesses are turning to technology and mobility as options for finding talent.
International Business Report (IBR) APAC businesses rally behind automation
According to our International Business Report (IBR), Asia Pacific businesses have an appetite for automation. What are the risks and opportunities at the heart of the automation revolution?
International Business Report (IBR) Future of APAC: Identifying growth in disruption
Our latest International Business Report (IBR) signifies continued business leader optimism as Asia Pacific continues strong growth.
International Business Report (IBR) The road to prosperity? Infrastructure improvements driving ASEAN business outlook
What's driving high business sentiment in South East Asia? Read our article to find out.
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Press releases

Economic fundamentals strong as widespread uncertainty fuels global optimism drop

23 Jan 2019

Following a period of heightened optimism and strong economic growth, the outlook for businesses in 2019 is markedly more reserved as the global economic cycle cools and political uncertainty begins to bite.

Business optimism softens as economic cycle comes off peak

15 Jul 2018

Businesses leaders globally are less optimistic about the economic outlook, despite continuing rises in expected revenues, indicating that the global economic cycle may have peaked - reveals the latest research from Grant Thornton’s international business report (IBR).

Optimism has reached an all-time high

01 May 2018

Global survey finds business optimism has reached an all-time high, meaning now may be the time to invest.

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