Swiss banks return to basics; pitch 'superior' banking services
In a major departure from their earlier practice of luring wealthy clients in the name of 'safe havens', Swiss bankers are now pitching 'superior banking' services to their prospective clients -- although Indian corporate leaders do not appear much impressed.
Jan 21, 2015, 16:32 PM IST
Indian CEOs second most optimistic in the world, says survey
Indian CEOs are the second most optimistic in the world when it comes to their companies' growth prospects in the next 12 months and are planning aggressive hiring during the same period, says a survey.
Jan 21, 2015, 16:27 PM IST
Investors keen on India; Govt restoring confidence: Kochhar
Kochhar said the government has recognised the importance of foreign capital and its role in bringing in technology as well as international linkages.
Jan 21, 2015, 15:51 PM IST
CEOs need to develop flexible workforce: Manpower
As companies find it challenging to find right talent, global human resource major ManpowerGroup has suggested they develop a flexible workforce and identify 'under-utilised' talent pools.
Jan 21, 2015, 12:19 PM IST
Davos elite gather in shadow of attacks
The world`s political and business elite gather for their annual meeting in the glitzy Swiss ski resort of Davos from Wednesday, with the shadow of recent attacks in France and ongoing global conflicts looming large.
Jan 21, 2015, 11:59 AM IST
WEF Davos: From medical tourism to skiing to economic talk fest
In a sea-change at the highest town of Europe, black business suits and orange-and-blue army dress have now become a common sight in Davos, as the world of business takes over this Alpine resort for the next five days beginning today, from the usual skiing enthusiasts.
Jan 20, 2015, 15:01 PM IST
Private jets, choppers ferry global elite to WEF meet
With the World Economic Forum's annual meeting starting here today, nearly 2,000 private jets are on the job to ferry the rich and powerful of the world to this Alpine resort town, while the Swiss Army is using its own choppers to carry many public figures.
Jan 20, 2015, 13:38 PM IST
Though in minority at Davos, women stand out
Women being a minority at WEF's annual meeting of rich and powerful from across the world notwithstanding, the fairer sex are on top when it comes to young leaders present here, including those from India.
Jan 20, 2015, 13:37 PM IST
Over 5,000 Army personnel at work to secure WEF meet
As the WEF's Annual Meeting begins on Tuesday, Swiss Armed Forces have deployed 5,000 personnel to secure this remote town that has a population of about 10,000 and will host over 2,500 of the global elite through this week.
Jan 20, 2015, 13:28 PM IST
It's a costlier Davos for world's rich & powerful at WEF meet
As the rich and powerful from across the world began descending on this Alpine resort town today, they are finding everything costlier -- thanks to an unprecedented rally in local currency Swiss franc's valuation.
Jan 20, 2015, 13:26 PM IST
Time to rebuild trust between people and corporates: Bhartia
As the World Economic Forum's annual Davos meeting begins here today, co-chair Hari S Bhartia has called for rebuilding trust between people and corporations and adopt 'business for livelihood' as a theme for Indian and global economies.
Jan 20, 2015, 13:22 PM IST
Davos predictions: Win some, lose some
As the world`s business and political elite ascends the Swiss Alps for an annual bout of crystal-ball gazing this week, history suggests the Davos pundits are likely to get plenty of things wrong.
Jan 19, 2015, 12:58 PM IST
Hollande join Merkel, Li at Davos next week as world at `crossroads`: WEF
World leaders including France`s Francois Hollande, Germany`s Angela Merkel and China`s Li Keqiang will gather at the annual Davos forum next week, seeking to chart a path away from fundamentalism towards solidarity.
Jan 14, 2015, 21:46 PM IST
