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AkzoNobel CEO Faces Shareholder Revolt

Newly appointed AkzoNobel CEO Thierry Vanlancker takes over the Dutch paint company at a time when it faces an ongoing battle with its biggest shareholder, Elliott Management, andseveralhostiletakeover attempts from US rival PPG Industries.

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China Reunification At 20: A Mixed Bag

Hong Kong has grown beyond most expectations since its reunification with China two decades ago. ButShanghai and Shenzhen pose fresh challenges.

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Kalanicks Ouster Raises Questions About Ubers Future

Without clear leadership, the world’s biggest ride-hailing company enters a phase of uncertainty.

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New Comptroller Would Join Dodd-Frank Demolition Team

Former OneWest Bank CEO Joseph Otting is expected to play a key role in carrying out President Trump’s plan to deregulate financial services.

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UBS’ Jorge Mariscal: Tune Out The Noise

Thisemerging markets expert discusses the prospects for Brazil, Russian sanctions, Qatar's isolation and more in our Global Salon.

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As Brexit Talks Begin, A Weakened Government Faces Internal Divisions

Uncertainty about the UK's plan to leave the European Union is making Britain's business community nervous.

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Barclays Brought Before The Bench

The UKhas brought criminal charges against Barclays and four former executives over deals made with Qatar in the depths of the 2008 financial crisis.

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Former Microsoft Executive Becomes Czech Finance Minister

Ivan Pilný’s economic leadership could be critical in the coming months, given theCzechRepublic'soverdependence on challenged European countries.

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Goal For GE’s New CEO: A Profit Turnaround

Hopes are high that GE insider John Flannery will further streamline the still-sprawling behemoth.

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Japan Warms To Chinas One Belt Plan

Japanese prime minister Shinzo Abehas expressedsupport forChina’smassiveOne Belt, One Road infrastructure-upgrade plan.But his endorsement comes with a lot of ifs.

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Trade Winds Shifting

New patterns are disrupting global trade, altering relationships and reshaping international business practices.

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Turkey, Italy Top Financially Complex Countries As BEPS Rules Kick In

Turkey, southern Europe and Brazil have the most difficult financial accounting and tax compliance rules in the world, a report by the TMF Group shows.