Edition Business - Daily Newsletter 30/10/2026
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A selection of our latest business news and articles.
Volvo Cars shares fall 27% after announcing 2,500 job cuts and €450 million in savings
The automaker expects to save an additional 5 billion Swedish kronor and says the full financial effect will be felt by the end of 2027. The announcement comes alongside quarterly operating losses and lower sales.
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Acciona submits invoices and supporting documents for €1.957 million to the judge
The documents sent to the Audiencia Nacional include invoices, delivery notes, work logs, time records and emails concerning the Logroño bypass project. The investigation must determine what services were provided and whether the payments had any improper connection to the contract award.
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How to Organize Treasury and Manage Currencies When Operating in Multiple Latin American Countries
A common liquidity and foreign exchange risk policy helps SMEs anticipate how collection periods, currencies, and local rules may affect their margins and ability to pay.
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Anti-Corruption Prosecutor Seeks Investigation of Zapatero for Embezzlement Over Jewels Worth More Than €1.3 Million
The prosecutor’s office argues that, if the jewels found in the former president’s office were a gift received during his term, they should have been transferred to the State Assets Office. The judge has requested records of official gifts before deciding whether to pursue further investigative steps.
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Legal and Operational Checklist Before Hiring Staff in Latin America
Before hiring in another Latin American country, confirm where the work will be performed, whether the relationship is employment or independent services, and which labor, tax, immigration, and social security obligations apply. This checklist helps organize the preliminary review and assess when to turn to a local entity or an external provider.
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Senate appoints three new BCRP directors for the 2026–2031 term
Oswaldo Molina Campodónico, José Ricardo Stok Capella and Juan José Marthans León will fill the three seats on the BCRP board allocated to the Senate. The legislative resolution was published on October 21, 2026.
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Private 5G or Wi-Fi 6E: How to Choose Connectivity for an Industrial SME
The decision depends on mobility, devices, and how critical each operation is. Private 5G may suit mobile or demanding processes; Wi-Fi 6E is often a more accessible option for connecting equipment within a plant. For many SMEs, combining them makes it possible to assign each technology to the use it serves best.
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A Glossary of Customer Satisfaction Metrics for Service Businesses
NPS, CSAT, CES, and retention offer different perspectives on customer experience and loyalty. Learn what each metric measures, how to interpret it, and how to combine it with operational metrics to identify concrete improvements.
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