Tariffs and Retaliations: Counterfeit Goods as a New Weapon
China leverages counterfeit goods as a strategic tool in the trade war, flooding markets with high-quality imitations that erode luxury brand value and consumer trust.
U.S. Tariffs: A Faustian Bargain for ‘Made in Italy’?
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni meets Donald Trump in the USA. Promises of investment and nationalism were made — but what’s at stake for Italy’s SMEs, exports, and global identity? Carlos Mosca unpacks the possible scenarios.
Assessing Robotics and Automation Opportunities for Small Businesses
SMEs stand at the threshold of a once-in-a-generation opportunity to lead the robotics revolution, transforming industries with agility, innovation, and strategic adoption of advanced technologies.
A Political-Risk Analysis: Tariffs as a distraction?
US tariffs and their temporary suspension raise questions about strategic distractions versus genuine policy shifts. Our commentary delves into the implications for SMEs, exploring reshoring tactics and historical patterns, despite the reasons behind so much ado for nothing
The Rise of Refurbished Tech: Driving Sustainable Consumer Choices
The refurbished electronics market is poised for extraordinary growth, predicted to reach $167 billion by 2032, offering substantial cost savings and environmental benefits through extended device lifespans and reduced carbon emissions.