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The lives of two brothers living in Singapore took a complete turn with the purchase of a small domain name. Zames Chew, at the tender age of 16, turned a gap he noticed on the internet into an opportunity. The repair and maintenance service, established under the name Repair.sg, evolved into a major enterprise over the years. Today, the company has reached a structure with a multimillion-dollar revenue target.

The business world is rapidly evolving, and everyone is striving to take the most secure step into the future. As we approach 2026, some professions are growing at a much faster pace than others. When high salaries, abundant employment opportunities, and flexible working conditions come together, the picture becomes clear. While some jobs open the door to a six-figure income, others don't require any university degree. The choice of the right career directly impacts the speed of landing a job.

Despite suffering serious losses in the past, Japanese individual investors have once again turned their attention to the Turkish lira. The lira, which has lost more than 16% of its value against the yen this year, has become one of the most traded assets among risk-hungry day traders in Tokyo.According to data from the Tokyo Financial Exchange, as of November 12, approximately 900,000 futures margin contracts linked to the lira-yen pair have been opened. This figure is hovering near its all-time highs. Experts are cautioning that the expectation of high returns could potentially lead investors into the risk of another collective loss.

Diepersdorf, a leading automotive parts supplier in Germany, has gone bankrupt. The company, which has been manufacturing logos, parts, radiators, and system covers for cars for over 50 years, employed more than a thousand people. With facilities not only in Germany but also in the Czech Republic, Diepersdorf cited raw material and energy costs as the reasons for its bankruptcy.

The global market is experiencing fluctuations due to the rising gold prices. The value of gold, which has been showing a roller-coaster pattern due to the 43-day-long shutdown of the US government, has once again started to climb. The catalyst for this upturn was the reopening of the US government on Thursday, November 13. There is also curiosity about what the gold prices, which have reached a three-week peak, will be in 2026. How much will gold cost in Turkish Lira? Financial Analyst Islam Memiş has made a historic prediction that gold will reach 8,000 TL.

Not only in Turkey, but also in many countries around the world, established brands are facing financial difficulties. A situation similar to the bankruptcy and downsizing news we are accustomed to hearing from Turkey has occurred in the United States. Wendy's, a long-standing and popular fast food chain in the United States, has decided to close hundreds of its branches. Wendy's, with 6,011 restaurants in the U.S., will be shutting down 241 of its outlets.

Everyone's conception of happiness in the workplace may vary. While some prefer a calm working routine, others opt for dynamic and social environments. However, extensive research conducted by scientists has shed light on which professions tend to satisfy their employees the most. This conclusion was drawn after comparing both employee satisfaction surveys from various countries and data obtained from the Estonian Biobank.

BillionToOne, a biotech firm established by Turkish entrepreneur Oğuzhan Atay in 2016, made its public debut on Nasdaq just the other day. Founded with the aim of developing genetic tests conducted via blood samples for common diseases such as sickle cell anemia and cystic fibrosis, the company has been a source of joy for its investors from day one. By the close of its first day of trading, the share price of the company, which started at $60, soared to $109, pushing the company's market value up to a staggering $5.8 billion.

The price of gold per ounce had nearly reached $4,200 last month, causing the price of a gram of gold in Turkey to escalate to around 6,000 lira. Due to this swift surge in gold prices, the demand for gold had become so high that finding a gram of gold in the Grand Bazaar had become a challenging task. However, the subsequent decline in the price of gold per ounce led to a wave of disappointment among investors. Commerzbank, one of Germany's leading banks, has recently released its new forecast for gold prices in 2026. The bank announced that the price of gold per ounce could potentially return to the $4,200 mark.

As always, people will be wishing for love, happiness, health, and wealth in 2026. Those dreaming of becoming rich will try their luck by playing the National Lottery. The most exciting moments in the first minutes of the new year will be the announcement of the winning numbers for the New Year's Special Draw grand prize. The amount of the National Lottery New Year's Grand Prize has been determined. Here are the grand prize and ticket prices.

Elon Musk, the CEO of numerous companies like Tesla, SpaceX, and X, is insatiable when it comes to wealth. With every passing minute, even every second, Musk's fortune continues to grow exponentially. As you may already know, he is the wealthiest person in the world. With a net worth exceeding 400 billion dollars, Musk stands as the richest individual on the planet. The latest news about Musk is mind-boggling, pushing the boundaries of our imagination. Elon Musk could soon become the world's first trillionaire, given that Tesla shareholders have approved a payment of 1 trillion dollars to him, a development that has made headlines worldwide. So, what could Elon Musk do with 1 trillion dollars?

Uber Technologies, based in the US, is taking new strides towards expanding its delivery sector in Turkey. According to a report by Bloomberg, the company is in preliminary discussions with Mubadala Investment Company, the main investor of Getir, about the possibility of acquiring certain parts of the Turkish startup. These early-stage talks could potentially encompass Getir's delivery operations and the total value of the deal could reach up to $1 billion. It is suggested that the final price will be determined based on the scope of the assets to be transferred.

With a fortune of $483 billion, Elon Musk, the world's richest man, is on the brink of setting a new record. It is anticipated that Elon Musk will become the world's first trillionaire. Tesla shareholders have paved the way for Musk, the company's CEO, to receive $1 trillion in shares over the next decade. However, there are certain conditions that Musk must meet to claim these shares...

The US-based car conglomerate, General Motors, which had withdrawn from Turkey in 2015, has announced a historic decision to return. General Motors, making a comeback to the Turkish market, will return with three car brands. The company's representative in Turkey has also been determined.

As we approach the year 2026, Turkey, along with numerous other countries, has entered the process of raising the minimum wage. Ireland, known for having the second highest minimum wage in Europe, has sparked curiosity regarding the salaries received by its workers. Ireland, too, will be implementing a raise in the minimum wage in the coming year. In a country that sits at the top tier in terms of prosperity in Europe, there is an ongoing investigation into the state of wages. So, what is the minimum wage in Ireland?

The year 2025 proved to be a tumultuous one for the business world, with ongoing conflicts in key global regions, the US elections, the artificial intelligence revolution, trade wars, and tax tariffs stirring the pot. Major corporations made massive layoffs, numbering in the thousands. However, despite the chaos of this year, surveys indicate that leading companies around the world continued to provide their employees with good opportunities. In order to compile the Forbes 2025 list of the World's Best Employers, the opinions of over 300,000 employees in 50 countries were taken into account.

A pivotal decision concerning gold has been made in China, a country that holds a substantial portion of the global gold market. The Chinese Ministry of Finance announced the cancellation of incentives applied to gold sales within the country, effective from November 1st. Consequently, it is anticipated that prices will rise rapidly due to the absence of incentives for all gold bought and sold on the Shanghai Gold Exchange. However, it is suggested that the demand in China may decrease due to the more expensive gold, which could potentially trigger a wave of decline.