EconomyPolicy

G20 Finance Chiefs Issue Chair Summary Emphasizing Economic Resilience and Reform Needs

The G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors have concluded their Washington meeting with a Chair Summary instead of a formal communique. The document underscores global economic resilience while pointing to significant ongoing challenges. Members emphasized the need for multilateral coordination and development bank reforms.

G20 Meeting Concludes With Chair Summary on Global Economic Outlook

The G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors have wrapped up their fourth meeting under the South African Presidency in Washington, according to reports from Reuters. Instead of issuing a formal communique, the group released a Chair Summary, which has become common when participants cannot reach full consensus.

AutomationBusiness

Nestlé Announces Major Workforce Restructuring, Citing Automation and Efficiency Goals

Nestlé will eliminate 16,000 positions worldwide, representing 6% of its global workforce. The company’s new CEO cited automation and operational efficiency as key drivers behind the restructuring plan that will unfold over the next two years.

Global Food Giant Implements Workforce Reduction Strategy

Nestlé, the world’s largest food company, will eliminate approximately 16,000 positions globally over the next two years, according to reports from Fortune. The workforce reduction represents about 6% of the company’s total employees and includes 12,000 white-collar positions along with 4,000 manufacturing and supply-chain roles.