BUSINESS

Australian airline Qantas has decided to shut down its low-cost carrier Jetstar Asia by July 31 due to high operating costs and increasing competition. This decision affects hundreds of employees who have been promised assistance in finding new jobs within the Qantas group or other airlines. Passengers with bookings after the closure date will be…

The average pension in Germany is about 1500 euros per month, but to reach this amount, one must work and contribute for more than 37 years. Although many work diligently throughout their careers, pensions often barely exceed the subsistence minimum. There are significant regional differences in basic insurance, and experts assess that only a small…

New regulations for cash withdrawals at ATMs introduce limits on amounts, identification procedures, and fees to enhance security and transparency. Banks are adapting to technological innovations and aligning with national and international regulations to prevent fraud and money laundering. ATM users are advised to stay informed about these changes to avoid unpleasant surprises and adjust…

Low yields of early fruits and vegetables in Serbia this year have led to high prices in markets across the country. Producers are testing the market with prices, and the high prices are a consequence of adverse weather conditions and climate changes that have reduced yields. Cherries and strawberries are among the fruits with the…

The article provides five key tips for employees planning to quit their jobs, focusing on maximizing pension contributions, vacation days, stock options, health insurance, and other benefits before leaving the company. The author, a former Amazon manager, emphasizes the importance of planning and being informed about company policies and rights to avoid financial losses and…

The main topic of the article is the comparison of prices of clothing and drinks in Belgrade cafes. A Belgrade woman shared her experience of buying two T-shirts at very affordable prices, while the prices of drinks in a nearby cafe were significantly higher. The article questions the justification of such a price relationship between…

In Serbia, the most in-demand courses for quick employment are those offering retraining in the IT sector, trades such as hairdressing, manicure-pedicure, cooking, and bookkeeping. These courses enable acquiring basic skills in a relatively short time, which speeds up the path to employment and income. The bookkeeping course is popular due to the growth in…

Oil prices have risen at the fastest pace in the last three years, reaching $78.50 per barrel of Brent crude oil, due to escalating conflict between Israel and Iran in the Middle East. JP Morgan warns of a 17% chance of a global oil crisis. Iranian attacks on Israeli nuclear facilities and fears of a…

Yango Group, a global technology giant, has signed a memorandum of understanding to establish its infrastructure in the state data center in Kragujevac, Serbia. This center will become the company’s main infrastructure hub globally, focusing on energy-efficient design, advanced security protocols, and sustainability through the use of renewable energy sources. The project is seen as…

Japanese company Nippon Steel is acquiring the American company U.S. Steel for $14.9 billion, including $11 billion in new investments. U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order permitting the sale. The new investment is expected to strengthen the steel industry and the partnership between the U.S. and Japan. However, there are questions about the…