New data reveals a striking trend in South Korea, an average of 382 minors were registered as business representatives every year between 2021-2025, including 22 kids aged five or younger. Of these, 21 reported annual earnings over 100 million won ($72,200), with one child under five among the top earners. Real estate and rental businesses dominate the list. Lawmaker Moon Jin-seok says it exposes deep inequality and is calling for tax authorities to probe whether families are using these setups to dodge inheritance taxes.


Nearly 400 South Korean minors listed as company heads annually

Dubai remains one of the world’s leading tourism and business hubs — but West Asia’s geopolitical tensions have brought new challenges for travel, aviation and hospitality. So, how is Dubai’s hotel industry navigating changing travel patterns, higher operating costs and supply-chain pressures? 

In this edition of WION’s Big Business Bet, WION breaks it down with Saurabh Tiwari, Vice President – West Asia, Maldives & Sri Lanka at IHCL 


Big Business Bet: Taj’s GCC playbook amid West Asia conflict

Tata Trusts Chairman Noel Tata has proposed a ₹25,000 crore liquidity lifeline for the Shapoorji Pallonji Group by buying a portion of its stake in Tata Sons. The proposal was tabled at a Tata Sons board meeting following discussions between Noel Tata, N Chandrasekaran and Shapoor Mistry.

Tata's succession war: Noel Tata tables SP group's buyout proposal

India’s intercity bus market is evolving beyond price. Operators are investing in smart lounges, private sleeper berths, live tracking, safety technology and better passenger amenities. But can a premium travel experience translate into customer loyalty, pricing power and stronger business economics? In this edition of Big Business Bet, Wion’s Kanishka Sarkar explores how intrcity smartbus is betting on technology, comfort and trust to redefine the future of intercity mobility.

Big Business Bet: The business of better bus travel | Intrcity smartbus

Big Business Bet: The business of better bus travel | IntrCity SmartBus

India's banking sector is witnessing a strong rise in credit growth, with businesses, households and small enterprises borrowing more to fund expansion and spending. Corporate lending is picking up as companies invest in capacity and infrastructure, while retail credit remains supported by demand for personal and gold loans. Gold-backed borrowing has emerged as a key driver of retail credit growth amid economic uncertainty and rising gold prices.


Businesses and gold loans fuel India's lending surge

Six months into the Iran war, and the conflict is being felt far beyond west asia, in oil prices, stock markets, food costs and economies across the gulf. Brent crude has surged, global supply chains have been disrupted, and yet remarkably, world stocks have continued to rise, helped by the artificial-intelligence boom.

Oil surges as West Asia war drags on

India's gig economy is expanding rapidly, creating new opportunities in sectors ranging from food delivery and ride-hailing to beauty and home services. But while platform-based work promises flexibility and income generation, a growing gender gap remains a major challenge. Studies show women continue to face barriers including safety concerns, limited access to opportunities, lower earnings and higher dropout rates. As India's gig workforce grows into a major pillar of the economy, questions remain about whether the benefits are being shared equally. This report examines the challenges facing women in the gig economy and what can be done to bridge the gap.


India’s gig boom leaves women behind

China's once-booming wine market is facing a sharp downturn. The country recorded the largest contraction among major global wine markets, with imports of bottled wine from the European Union falling 16.6% in the first half of 2026. Industry experts point to slowing consumer demand, economic uncertainty and changing drinking habits among younger Chinese consumers, who are increasingly choosing alternatives to wine. The decline is sending shockwaves through global wine exporters that once viewed China as their most promising growth market.


China's wine market loses its taste as young consumers drink less

Qubo is betting on how smart security will be driven by AI, not just hardware. The company is also expanding into connected cars and smart-home devices. On this edition of Big Business Bet, Wion’s Kanishka Sarkar gets in conversation with Qubo CEO Nikhil Rajpal to find out the strategy behind this expansion.

Qubo’s big smart-tech bet

Qubo is moving beyond traditional security cameras with AI-powered protection, connected-car technology and a wider smart-home ecosystem. In this edition of Big Business Bet, WION’S Kanishka Sarkar speaks to Qubo CEO Nikhil Rajpal about India’s changing CCTV market, new security standards, the dashcam boom, Hero Group backing and Qubo’s global ambitions.

Big business bet | Qubo CEO on the new rules of India’s CCTV market 

Big Business Bet | Qubo CEO on the new rules of India’s CCTV market

In this edition of WION’s Big Business Bet, Wion’s Kanishka Sarkar speaks to Cantabil Retail India’s CFO Shivendra Nigam about the evolving Indian consumer, Tier-2 and Tier-3 demand, the company’s strong margins and zero-debt strategy. Watch the full segment to know more about Cantabil’s 700 store network, e-commerce profitability and push into women’s wear, kids’ wear and athleisure.


Big Business Bet | Cantabil’s 700 stores, profitability playbook, Gen Z consumer pulse & road ahead 

Singapore’s elite Overseas Networks and Expertise (ONE) Pass targets top-tier professionals earning a fixed monthly salary of at least S$30,000 (roughly US$23,000 to $23,400). The scheme has seen massive uptake, with total pass holders reaching 8,500, driven heavily by high-earning corporate, financial, and tech talent flocking from global hubs like India.

Visa targets professionals earning $23,000 per month

#Gravitas A new report says India's 3.4-trillion-dollar household gold treasure could become a powerful engine of economic growth, and Generation Z may be the generation that unlocks it. 

How Gen Z Could Turn India into an Economic Superpower with $3.4 Trillion Gold Treasure | GRATIVAS 

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China is doubling down on its manufacturing-led economic strategy despite growing pressure from the United States and Europe. As trade tensions persist and major negotiations loom, Beijing has signaled that it has no intention of making significant changes to its economic model.

With the European Union seeking progress on long-standing trade disputes and Washington continuing to scrutinize Chinese industrial policies, the debate over global trade imbalances is intensifying. Why is China standing firm, and what could this mean for international markets, supply chains, and future trade relations? Here's a closer look.

Xi's economic playbook remains unchanged

India's gross Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections rose 15.4% year-on-year to reach ₹2,11,205 crore in July 2026, driven by a sharp 28.8% surge in import-related tax revenues and a solid 10.1% growth in domestic transactions.

GST collections hit 15.4% growth in July

Markets are entering a crucial week, with the U.S. Federal Reserve, Big Tech earnings and rising oil prices all in focus.

Fed meet, AI earnings & $100 oil: Markets face crucial week

As global investors continue to monitor U.S. Treasury markets, foreign demand for American debt remains strong. With overseas holdings rising to near-record levels and major economies adjusting their positions, the latest figures highlight how the world’s biggest Treasury holders are changing their exposure.

In this News in Numbers report, we take a look at the latest U.S. Treasury holding data and what it means for global markets.

Demand for strong US treasure 

The world has crossed a major demographic turning point that could reshape the global economy.
In this report, we look at how the global working-age population is reaching a peak, and how in dozens of economies, the workforce is already shrinking. Take a closer look at the challenges of an ageing population, labour shortages, and the future of work.

Global workforce peaks: The math gets ugly

Industrialist and business leader Nand Kishore Goenka has passed away at the age of 96. Remembered for his vision, leadership, and contributions to Indian industry, Goenka leaves behind a lasting legacy that shaped businesses and inspired generations of entrepreneurs.

RSS veteran and industrialist Nand Kishore Goenka passes away 

Businesses in Afghanistan's western city of Herat are reporting a sharp drop in customers after a recent Taliban crackdown on women's dress code. Shopkeepers say women, who make up the majority of shoppers, are staying home following detentions by morality police, dealing a major blow to local markets and livelihoods.

Taliban crackdown hits Afghanistan's economy

Businesses in Afghanistan's western city of Herat are reporting a sharp decline in sales after many women stopped visiting markets following a recent crackdown on dress code violations.


Afghan markets fall silent as women stay home

Next up, we have a special economic segment called pitch & portfolio, a series where we analyze the beautiful game of football through the lens of global markets.

As we come down to the business end of the tournament, the analysis goes deeper, but to see who wins the economic match.
As Spain and Belgium prepare to face off, this is a closely watched contest on the field and in their portfolios.

World cup of economies: Spain vs Belgium

The International Monetary Fund has marginally lowered its global growth forecast for 2026 to 3%. The key risks remain the economic impact of the Iran war, elevated energy prices, trade fragmentation and uncertainty surrounding AI-driven market expectations.


 IMF cuts global growth outlook

India's global toy story is turning a page, and the numbers back it up. This week, finance minister nirmala sitharaman confirmed toy exports hit 186 million dollars in fy 2025-26, reaching 153 countries, while imports have fallen 71 percent between 2019 and 2026.

India's toy pivot: Import killer, export bet

The American stock market isn't just an investment vehicle anymore,
It's becoming the country's de-facto pension system.
In this next report, we decode how that changes everything on Washington's response to the next equity market crash.

Wall Street becomes America's retirement fund

From India's luxury travel boom to Japan ties and global expansion, in this edition of big business bet, WION speaks to The Lalit's CMD Dr. Jyotsna Suri to decode the business bets shaping hospitality's next growth cycle.


The Lalit's Dr Suri on Her Japan Connect

Since 1900, the U.S. Economy spent 36 to 45 percent of every decade in recession. That is until the 2010s, when that number hit zero. The 2020s are tracking near 3 percent. In this next report, we decode how the business cycle, the thing that built modern macroeconomics, may be breaking down. Take a look.

Recession Risk: Is the cycle obsolete now?

The bank for international settlements, often referred to as the central bank for central banks, has warned that the global economy is entering a more vulnerable phase.

Bank for International Settlments raises global economic alarms

Amazon's four-day prime day event generated more than $26.4 billion in online spending across the U.S., up 9.3% from a year ago, according to Adobe analytics. The data gives us a glimpse into U.S. Spending patterns and how retailers are improvising in this cautious environment.

U.S. shoppers hunt deals amid rising prices

Poland is closing the gap with Britain after already surpassing two other Western European economies. IMF data confirms that Poland's average annual income adjusted for purchasing power reached $58,560 last year, slightly higher than Spain's $58,350. IMF forecasts also indicate Poland has already reached around 87% of the UK's per capita income in purchasing power terms. In this next report, we look at how Poland is silently joining the "European economic elite".

Poland Joins Europe's Economic Elite Now

What would you do if you lost $300 billion in a single week? That is a question no one in the world could really relate to. But for Elon Musk, it's just another week at the office.

Elon Musk becomes first ever ex-trillionaire

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