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Logistics: CFO Melanie Kreis announces departure from DHL

Melanie Kreis has long been considered a possible candidate for the logistics giant's top job. Now she is surprisingly letting her contract expire. Her successor has already been chosen.

Markets: Investors are experiencing a “cold shower” on the global stock exchanges – Nasdaq is clearly in the red

Tech and chip stocks in particular are trading significantly weaker. Experts point to three factors that affect investor sentiment.

Toy manufacturer: Immediate end to Playmobil production in Germany

Almost every child knows the ever-smiling characters. These are now only being produced abroad, a week earlier than planned.

+++ Iran War +++: Trump insists on Iranian commitment to nuclear inspections – Iran contradicts

Oman and Iran plan working group for Strait of Hormuz +++ Iran rejects US information on use of released funds +++ The news blog.

Gold and silver tumble as rate-hike fears hit precious metals

Gold and silver fell Tuesday as rate-hike fears pressured precious metals and Wall Street banks reassessed their gold forecasts.

Bicycle trade fair: Three noble discoveries at the Eurobike trade fair

From children's bikes with carbon frames to racing tandems for 22,000 euros: At Eurobike, manufacturers show what is technically and price-wise possible.

RWE buys Amprion: double backwards role

RWE is returning to the electricity grid business with a majority stake in Amprion. That sounds logical to CEO Markus Krebber. Still, it's a turnaround.

Trump says Iran agreed to nuclear inspections into 'infinity', Tehran denies US claims

This article shows just how Iran is profiting economically and geopolitically from these negotiations from the fist few days: "The United States waived sanctions on Iran for 60 days" - Real income in the billions for Iran. "Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said...[Iran] had no plans for the U.N. nuclear watchdog to inspect Iran's damaged nuclear facilities" - Iran continues not to give anything on the nuclear issue, far behind JCPOA so far. "They agreed on a mechanism to end fighting

Economy gets boost from World Cup and peace talks with Iran, but it’s not past the danger point

The U.S. economy got some relief in June from declining oil prices and the start of the 2026 World Cup, but it’s still feeling the strain from the conflict with Iran.

Migration: EU representatives receive Taliban in Brussels for the first time

Germany and other EU states want more deportations to Afghanistan. Brussels is supposed to support this – and is entering politically controversial territory.

Retirement provision: Weidel criticizes the “unreasonable demands” of the pension commission

The Pension Commission has handed over its 33 recommendations to the federal government. The AfD sees light and shadow in this.

SpaceX succumbs to gravity as the stock briefly dips below its debut price on Nasdaq

SpaceX shares are down for the fourth day in a row as the tech sector broadly comes under pressure.

Comparative study: How compatible are AI and compliance?

AI models for compliance departments are becoming increasingly powerful. But technology alone is not enough. A study shows: Many companies lack internal guidelines for use.

Russia considers fuel imports amid Ukraine’s strikes on refineries: newspaper

Russia is considering fuel imports ‌and corresponding subsidies to cap prices as ways to mitigate supply disruptions of petrol and diesel caused by Ukrainian strikes on oil refineries, Vedomosti daily reported on Tuesday, citing two unnamed sources. Numerous regions across Russia, the world’s third-largest crude oil producer, have reported restrictions on fuel sales, rising prices of oil products ⁠and long queues at filling stations due to supply shortages. Apart from supplying crude oil...

Real estate: billions “disappeared into thin air”? Losses in the Verius fund hit healthcare investors

Statutory health insurance companies complain about losses from indirect investments in real estate funds. The Frankfurt regional court must clarify: Did they gamble – or were they deceived?

Sons, brothers and husbands. More men are now caregivers for aging relatives.

Guys are stepping up to care for their parents and spouses as the nation gets older. They face unique struggles.

+++ Ukraine War +++: Ukraine probably destroys important railway bridge in Crimea

Putin accuses NATO of preparing for war against Russia +++ Lavrov: Ready to resume talks +++ Russia is apparently considering importing gasoline +++ The news blog.

Industry Day: On days like these

Pension reform, coalition summit, industrial hope: a hint of change is blowing through the capital. This time the Chancellor definitely wants to fulfill the hopes.

What fuels global trade imbalances: China’s overcapacity or America’s failure to adapt?

China’s industrial overcapacity should not be singled out for blame amid trade imbalances, as economies worldwide are struggling to adapt to shifts in the global economy, contributing to mounting pressures, a prominent Chinese scholar said in comments directed at the United States. “The reason why our imbalance is becoming a bigger problem is that the rest of the world is having a bigger problem in adjusting the economic structure,” said Huang Yiping, dean of Peking University’s National School.

Personnel change at logistics company: DHL loses long-time finance manager - Australian takes over

She always appeared calm and confident; for years, DHL CFO Melanie Kreis stood next to the CEO at press conferences like a kind of deputy CEO. It'll be over soon.

U.S. and Iran Signal Progress Toward Peace Deal

Iran and the United States cited progress in talks toward reaching a final peace deal, though comments from both sides highlighted the fragile state of negotiations. Hours after US Vice President JD Vance left Switzerland on June 22 after a round of talks over the weekend that he said made "good progress," President Donald Trump issued a warning to Tehran that "I will do what I have to do" if it does not stick to its agreement with Washington. "If Iran ‌doesn't live up to their agreement, or if

Capital markets: The boom in private markets is putting asset managers under pressure

Private equity, infrastructure: What was previously reserved for professional investors is becoming mass business. A new study shows the extent of the boom. And a current case the risks.

Boris Vujčić: Outlook for the euro area economy and monetary policy

This strategy got me a $155 refund on a canceled flight — even when the airline pushed back

Plus: Know your rights as a passenger — and what you’re entitled to if an airline cancels your flight for any reason.

Large fortunes: waived gift tax at its highest level

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Highly successful people do 5 things to get luckier in life, says Stanford leadership expert: 'Good luck isn't random or rare'

Stanford University educator Tina Seelig shares what the luckiest people do every day to find success.

Ex-Chinese official’s son remanded in Hong Kong over HK$64m money laundering case

The son of a former mainland Chinese official has been remanded in custody in Hong Kong pending sentence for laundering more than HK$64 million, including a 4 million yuan bribe his father allegedly sought from a merchant a decade ago. Xiao Rui, 37, will also be penalised for using bogus bank records to deceive the Immigration Department into granting him the right of abode in Hong Kong through a cash-for-residency scheme in 2013. The District Court on Tuesday rejected Xiao’s assertion that he..

Medal Row Highlights Tricky Relations Between Kyiv And Warsaw As EU Talks Begin

An intensifying row over the return of a medal bestowed upon Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has highlighted the complicated history between Poland and Ukraine and the potential for Warsaw to impede Kyiv's push to join the European Union. submitted by /u/RFERL_ReadsReddit [link] [comments]

Broadcasting fee: Constitutional Court before new ruling on broadcasting funding

The public broadcasters see their broadcasting freedom violated. A ruling could give federal states more leeway to deviate from recommendations in the future.

Retirement provision: pension before retreading – against a lot of resistance

The Chancellor and his Labor Minister want to fully implement the new pension proposals. At the start of the reform process it becomes clear what is likely to be disputed now.