Time to Panic?
A raised global profile and investments in banks hit by the credit crunch have thrown a spotlight on Sovereign Wealth Funds. Exec finds out whether they should be feared or welcomed
An enterprising education
According to the Government, our basic skills aren’t up to scratch. Will forcing our youngsters to stay in education until 18 make any difference? Exec considers the potential impact of the legislation on UK business.
The EMI debacle: Can Guy Hands turn the music industry around?
The music business is going through a challenging time, fighting losses, internet downloads and dwindling revenues. Can Guy Hands, new owner of EMI, plot the way forward?
The Executive Cull: The state of the British boardroom
Has the response to the Higgs Report on corporate governance upset the delicate balance between functional executives and non-execs on British corporate boards? Exec investigates.
The branding evolution: how the Internet is affecting established brand principles
Is ‘the power of brands’ transferable to the Internet or are ‘virtual brands’ anything more than hi-profile fads? ExecUK investigates.
Has Alistair Darling jeopardised British entrepreneurship?
With the government’s announcement of the ending of Capital Gains Tax Taper Relief, Exec gauges whether the measure will hit its target - will it bring British entrepreneurship down with it?
India's economy: The other tiger?
India is rising to economically rival China as a destination for inward investment, outsourcing and as a market in its own right. ExecUS investigates.
L Hunter Lovins: Sustainability pays
The business case for going green hardly needs to be rehearsed any more. One of the most eloquent advocates of sustainability is L Hunter Lovins.
Have you got a China strategy?
The nature of trade relations with China is changing very rapidly so be careful how you invest in this massive market – you could get burnt.