Wages in emerging economies increase as developed world slows down December 9, 2014 The wages in developing countries have risen more than those in the developed world since the global recession, according to the latest data of its type. The chart below shows just how these countries have outperformed their developed world counterparts over the last eight years. During this time period, the average annual increase in the [...]
Tesco share price timeline: One chart showing the dramatic decline of the supermarket giant December 9, 2014 Since 1919, the rise of Tesco as the dominant supermarket chain has seemed unstoppable. It enjoyed rapid expansion in the 80s and 90s which resulted in a huge market share over the last ten years. This is all now under threat after a series of profit warnings and scandals has cast a bleak shadow over [...]
Here’s what would happen if London followed Paris’ example and banned diesel vehicles too December 8, 2014 Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo has called for a ban on diesel cars in the city by 2020, saying pollution was contributing to lower life expectancy and quality of life in France’s capital. What would happen if London followed suit? Boris Johnson is already considering increased taxes on diesel cars – but based on the fact Londoners are [...]
