India Overtakes Japan: What Changing Global Rankings Reveal About Nigeria’s Economic Trajectory
Peter Obi’s recent commentary on India’s ascent to the world’s fourth largest economy surpassing Japan with a projected $4.19 trillion GDP serves as a wake-up call for Nigeria and broader
Contrasting Manufacturing Outcomes at Year-End 2025: European Slowdown Deepens as Asian Demand Strengthens
Global manufacturing closed 2025 with sharply different regional outcomes. While the euro zone slipped deeper into contraction, key Asian economies regained momentum, supported by stronger exports and rising demand for
Proposed Taxes on International Student Fees: A Growing Strategic Risk for UK Universities
A proposed government levy on international student tuition fees could place additional financial pressure on UK universities, according to new analysis from the Higher Education Policy Institute (HEPI). The proposal
Global Economic Outlook 2025–2030: Strategic Implications for Business Leaders
As December 9, 2025 unfolds, global financial markets are navigating a moment of heightened uncertainty and strategic transition. Investors, policymakers, and corporate leaders alike are focused on the U.S. Federal
The UK University of the Future: New Models of Governance, Finance, and Innovation
The UK’s higher education (HE) system is shaped by a shared history of academic mobility, institutional autonomy, and cross-border flows of students and staff. However, over the past three decades,
Global Growth Forecasts Point to a Moderation to 2.6% Through 2026.
New findings from UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) highlight a challenging global economic landscape through 2026. Worldwide output is projected to grow just 2.6% in both 2025 and 2026 well
Driving Excellence in UK Education Through a Modernised, System-Wide Accountability Model
The UK government has announced the next phase of its national school improvement strategy, significantly expanding targeted support to nearly 100,000 additional pupils in underperforming schools. The initiative illustrates how
Sector Insights Report: UK Education Market Analysis, Q1 2025
The first quarter of 2025 has been a period of major change for the UK education sector. Schools, policymakers, and organisations are dealing with financial pressure, regulatory reform, and ongoing
Rising tariffs highlight long-term uncertainties in global trade, emphasizing the need for risk-aware strategic decision-making
Recent increases in U.S. import tariffs are beginning to reshape global economic activity. The overall impact has been smaller than many experts expected, but new data show that the effects
IMF 2026 Outlook: Global Growth Moderates Amid Trade Tariffs While India Maintains Robust Expansion
As global trade tensions rise and major economies confront slower growth, India continues to distinguish itself as a key driver of global economic momentum. The International Monetary Fund’s October 2025
Driving Global Competitiveness: How UK Higher Education is Broadening Access and Strengthening Its Global Position
The OECD’s Education at a Glance 2025 report, released today, highlights the UK’s continued strength in higher education, emphasising its competitiveness in talent development, internationalisation, and graduate outcomes. For business
Leading Through Uncertainty: Key Takeaways from IMF’s October 2025 World Economic Outlook
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) reports that the global economy is slowing as countries adapt to new trade tariffs, tighter fiscal policies, and shifting economic conditions. In its World Economic