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Creating opportunity in adversity

The global financial crisis is having a huge impact on the environment in which your business is operating.

World market capitalization and asset valuations are declining. Energy and commodity prices are fluctuating. Environmental and political issues are contributing to adverse business pressures. Gaps in power between developed and emerging countries are narrowing.

Despite unprecedented worldwide government intervention to boost spending and restore confidence, most businesses are bracing themselves for even tougher conditions ahead.

But in these difficult times lie opportunities – and Ernst & Young’s global network of professionals can help you discover them for your business. Whether your organization is strong and healthy, under stress or facing difficult choices, we work with you to find financial, strategic and operational solutions that improve your liquidity, financial flexibility and stakeholder returns. We’re here to help you build a sustainable business – in the short and long term.

Entrepreneurs make call to action to G20

A strong entrepreneurial culture is the foundation of a dynamic economy. Our report examines what nations can do to incentivize entrepreneurs and create jobs.

Rapid-growth markets: fast-tracking to importance

The global financial landscape is challenging but corporations looking for growth still have a wide choice of locations. We explore this in our new rapid-growth markets forecast.

Building, retaining and managing your workforce in Asia

Of all the mental shifts required to succeed in Asia, one the hardest for Australian executives is the central role of HR. In this installment of Asian Agenda, we explore one inevitable challenge for every Australian or New Zealand business establishing or expanding its Asian footprint: adjusting to a new people paradigm.

Russia attractiveness survey: enhancing opportunities

The first edition of our Russia attractiveness survey indicates that investors are optimistic about Russia’s future attractiveness and mention the growing domestic market as a key attraction. What is the nature of Russia’s attractiveness and what potential growth opportunities are behind this trend? Learn more.

Globalization 3.0: competing for growth

The global competitive landscape has shifted and a dynamic group of leading companies are now dominant in rapid-growth markets. Our analysis found that whatever short-term volatility may be ahead for businesses across the world, the longer-range trend is toward a broader geographical distribution of market leading enterprises. Discover more.

Asian Agenda 2011: Structuring for competitive advantage

As transparency and market sophistication increase in Asia, so too does the region’s attractiveness as a destination for Australian and New Zealand companies. In this installment of Asian Agenda, we look at how to structure your Asian business for competitive advantage, to support your business strategy and access cost efficiencies. Discover more.

What could debt restructuring imply for the Eurozone?
The Eurozone debt crisis has reached a significant new stage but the measures put in place entail risks. Learn more in our Eurozone Forecast Summer ’11.
2011 European attractiveness survey

Perhaps surprisingly, Europe ranks second only to China as the world’s most attractive investment region. How can it maintain its competitiveness as a region in the global economy in 2011? And which growth drivers – cleantech, digital innovation, or other ideas – will be the keys to its future?

Hyde Park in autumn

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Leading across borders
How do you facilitate inclusive thinking in an interconnected world? Our study reveals that achieving this in today’s global marketplace means challenging the status quo.

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Winning in a world with many centers
Growth, innovation and talent can come from anywhere.  This is the new reality of global business. How do you succeed in a world like that? 

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