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Türkiye’s push to climb the science and technology rankings: context, capacity and constraints

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has said Türkiye will “move up to a higher league” in science and technology. This article reviews the public pledge in context, examines current indicators and programmes, and outlines the structural obstacles and policy levers that will determine whether Türkiye can substantially raise its standing in global science and technology metrics.

By Sultan Sikander | December 23, 2025 | 0 Comments

Science and Technology Committee warns UK faces talent bottleneck as migration red tape hits tech sector

The House of Commons Science and Technology Committee has criticised the UK government's immigration regime for creating unnecessary barriers to attracting and retaining high-skilled technology workers. Industry leaders warn red tape is slowing growth and increasing costs for businesses.

By Sultan Sikander | November 07, 2025 | 0 Comments

More Working-Class Americans Investing in Stocks: Drivers, Risks and Policy Questions

A growing body of data and industry reporting indicates more lower- and middle-income Americans have opened brokerage accounts and begun investing in equities. This article examines the drivers — technology, fees, stimulus and market performance — the risks, and the regulatory and policy questions that follow.

By Sultan Sikander | October 13, 2025 | 0 Comments

Reusing Materials and Industrial Items: A Key to Business Sustainability - Impakter

Reusing materials and industrial items is emerging as a central strategy for companies seeking to reduce costs, cut emissions and build resilience. This article examines the scale of material flows, the business models that enable reuse, barriers and policy signals shaping uptake, with expert references and case examples.

By Sultan Sikander | October 13, 2025 | 0 Comments

Village Green Home and Garden in Rockford Sold, Prompting Questions About Local Retail and Landscape Markets

Village Green Home and Garden in Rockford has been sold, according to a MyStateline report. The transaction highlights trends in the garden center sector, local commercial real estate, and small-business continuity in the Rockford area.

By Sultan Sikander | October 10, 2025 | 0 Comments

Dow and S&P 500 Hit Record Closing Highs as Nasdaq Pulls Back on Tech Weakness

Equity markets saw divergent moves as the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the S&P 500 reached record closing highs while the Nasdaq Composite eased on weakness among large-cap technology names. Traders weighed corporate earnings, Treasury yields and central bank signals.

By Sultan Sikander | October 06, 2025 | 0 Comments

How tensions with Bangladesh are roiling India’s sari business

Rising tensions between India and Bangladesh are disrupting cross-border supply chains, hitting sari weavers, traders and retailers across eastern India. This article examines causes, impacts, data and policy context, and hears from industry participants and analysts.

By Sultan Sikander | October 04, 2025 | 0 Comments

IDB approves $2 billion credit line for Brazil

On June 28, 2025, the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) approved a $2 billion conditional credit line for Brazil. The funding aims to strengthen the country’s fiscal framework and provide economic resilience amid ongoing challenges, including inflation control, social spending needs, and climate adaptation efforts.

By Sultan Sikander | June 28, 2025 | 0 Comments

Gulf markets hold steady despite US entry in Israel-Iran war

Major Gulf stock markets, including those in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar, showed surprising resilience today as the U.S. officially joined the Israel-Iran conflict. Investors appeared cautiously optimistic, with energy stocks providing support and regional central banks closely monitoring currency and inflation risks.

By Sultan Sikander | June 22, 2025 | 0 Comments

U.S. Consumer Confidence Rebounds After Six-Month Decline

U.S. consumer sentiment jumped to 60.5 in June 2025 from 52.2 in May, marking the first increase in half a year. Lower inflation expectations and easing economic concerns have fueled cautious optimism among households and investors alike.

By Sultan Sikander | June 16, 2025 | 0 Comments