Unilever's Indonesia headache worsens with boycott as local brands seize the day
Unilever faces backlash in Muslim-majority countries over perceived support for Israel's Gaza military offensive through business activity.
Fri Jan 10 2025
Food companies sell products that are less healthy in poorer countries, says report
It is the first time the index has split the assessment into low and high-income countries.
Fri Nov 08 2024
From spreads to shampoo, palm oil is part of everyday life
Indonesia's plan to ban palm oil exports will deal a blow to the world's top food and consumer products companies.
Mon Apr 25 2022
After rocky start to year, Unilever axes 1,500 managers
Unilever said it would focus on beauty and wellbeing, personal care, home care, nutrition, and ice cream.
Wed Jan 26 2022
In inclusivity push, Unilever to exclude word 'normal' from beauty products
The move comes as Unilever tries to move beyond the backlash it has faced for some of its advertising campaigns.
Tue Mar 09 2021
Despite coronavirus, Indian traders stock up in hopes of festive cheer
India's biggest shopping season is at the time of the festivals of Durga Puja and Diwali.
Thu Oct 22 2020
Unilever's makeover: 'Woke-washing' or the real thing?
Climate action is mainstreaming, and companies prioritising it today can gain a competitive advantage.
Mon Oct 19 2020
World's top companies urge action on nature loss ahead of U.N. talks
Some of the world's biggest companies backed growing calls for governments to do more to reverse the accelerating destruction of the natural world and support broader efforts to fight climate change.
Mon Sep 21 2020
Dove faces PR disaster over ad that showed black woman turning white
Dove's apology failed to stem a torrent of online criticism, with some social media users calling for a boycott of Dove products.
Mon Oct 09 2017
Unilever unit Dove apologises for racist advert
The advertisement has received backlash on South African social media and has since been removed.
Mon Oct 09 2017
Consumer giants court Muslims with halal face creams, shampoos
Some of the world's biggest consumer groups are making halal face creams and shampoos for Indonesia ahead of a new labeling law, part of a broader push to cater to growing Muslim populations.
Sat Sep 03 2016
Global Hand-Washing Day 2014
People around the world celebrated the power to create healthier communities through hand-washing with soap every October 15.
Thu Oct 16 2014
Palm production in Indonesia rising for first time in six months
Palm oil production in Indonesia, the worlds largest supplier, will probably climb for the first time since September, as yields recover from a seasonal decline.
Sat Mar 22 2014
S.Korea braces for tough US trade talks, liberal party issues caution
Seoul will work closely with the US for a mutually beneficial solution, prioritising national interest, says Han Duck-soo.
Mon Apr 21 2025
Netflix shares rise as rosy outlook calms investors' nerves amid tariff fears
Netflix reassures investors that it could withstand any economic downturn amid a tariff laden economic climate.
Mon Apr 21 2025
China sanctions US congress members, officials and NGO heads
China warns any US misstep on Hong Kong will face firm, reciprocal countermeasures, says foreign ministry spokesperson.
Mon Apr 21 2025
How to take the most from the present De-Facto peace period in Armenia-Azerbaijan relations
The Antalya Diplomacy Forum presents rare opportunity for trilateral engagement among foreign ministers of three South Caucasian countries.
Mon Apr 21 2025
Tariff deal talks to dominate IMF-World Bank meetings this week
Policymakers to gauge damage from Trump's tariff barrage.
Mon Apr 21 2025
World Economic Forum founder Klaus Schwab steps down as Chair
The Board appoints Vice Chairman Peter Brabeck-Letmathe as interim Chair and establishes a search committee to identify permanent successor.
Mon Apr 21 2025
Japan to voice concern over US trade deal inconsistency, PM Ishiba says
Japan PM voices "grave concern" over inconsistency between the deal and President Donald Trump's latest automobile tariffs.
Mon Apr 21 2025
China stops buying LNG from US, replaces with gas from neighbouring countries
China compensated for the loss of LNG volumes by increasing purchases from its regional neighbours.
Mon Apr 21 2025
China warns countries against striking trade deals with US at its expense
China is determined and capable of safeguarding its own rights and interests, the ministry said.
Mon Apr 21 2025
South Korea finds 'Made in Korea' breaches intended to avoid US tariffs
Customs uncovers US$20.81 million in country-of-origin violations, mainly involving foreign products from China.
Mon Apr 21 2025