Movie theaters aren’t dying — they’re evolving

PUBLISHED SAT, FEB 25

CNBC

Due to pandemic-related closures and the rise in streaming subscriptions, there are currently 3,000
less cinema screens in the US than there were in 2019. Cinemas have innovated as a result of the
consolidation, making investments in better sound, picture quality, seating, and food and beverage
options. The typical theater will have 12 to 16 screens, with larger ones turning extra space into
arcades, bowling alleys, and bars. While customers choose more expensive, specialized theatrical
experiences, the industry is also investing in improving projectors and sound equipment to provide a
better cinema experience.

The COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionately impacted women, especially those living in low-
income nations, according to the study. In addition to taking on more caregiving responsibilities,
women have also lost jobs and had less access to healthcare and education. To assist women in
recovering from the pandemic, governments and organizations must give female policies and
investments top priority.

Revenue - Prihodki

Customer retention - Ohranjanje strank

Market share - Tržni delež

Strategy - Strategija

Investment – Naložba
US puts forward Ajay Banga to lead World Bank

24.02

BBC

Ajay Banga, an Indian-American businessman, has been nominated by US President Joe Biden to
manage the World Bank with a focus on combating climate change. The private equity sector is
familiar to Banga, a former CEO of Mastercard and current vice chairman of General Atlantic. By
early May, the bank intends to choose a new CEO after interviewing a shortlist of up to three
applicants. The new leader will have to strike a balance between the financial demands of low-
income nations and global challenges like climate change and pandemic risks.

Ajay Banga, an Indian-American businessman, has been nominated by the US as its choice to
manage the World Bank with a focus on combating climate change. Former Mastercard CEO Banga is
regarded as having the expertise needed to cooperate with business to advance the objectives of the
bank. The new leader will have to strike a balance between the financial requirements of low-
income nations and larger challenges.

businessman - poslovnež

private equity - zasebni kapital

shareholder - delničar

nominee - kandidat

CEO - izvršni direktor

El-Erian: Markets Doubt Fed's Ability to Hit 2% Target

24.02

Bloomberg Television

The most recent economic data is discussed, as well as how it might affect the Federal Reserve's
decision-making. The report indicated negative trends for the economy and inflation, which puts
pressure on the Fed to think about raising interest rates to address the problem. The labor market is
still strong, making it challenging to understand and forecast the economy. The article also
emphasizes the difficulties of investing in such a setting and the skepticism that exists in the market
and among the general public regarding the Fed's capacity to achieve its 2% inflation target.

The text's major point is that recent economic indicators are unfavorable to the economy and
pressure the Federal Reserve to think about raising interest rates. Many in the market and on the
street are questioning the Fed's ability to achieve its inflation target because the strong labor market
makes it challenging to read and anticipate the economy.

economy - gospodarstvo

inflation - inflacija

interest rates - obrestne mere

labor market - trg dela

investing – investiranje
Why the U.K. Is the Only Major Economy Set to Shrink in 2023

Feb 9,

Wall Street Journal

With the exception of the UK, the International Monetary Fund has improved its predictions for the
world economy's performance in 2023. The country's economy is predicted to contract as a result of
rising living expenses, strikes, and high energy costs brought on by a global price increase after
Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The Bank of England increased interest rates and lowered growth
projections, but also hinted at a potential pause in the near future. Since inflation is nearly at 40-year
highs, the UK's economic recovery will be difficult.

The most important message from the text is that the global economic outlook for 2023 is expected
to improve, but the UK is likely to experience a shrinking economy due to a cost of living crisis and
strikes. The country is struggling to turn the tide, and the Bank of England has moderated its growth
forecasts and raised interest rates, but inflation remains high.

Economic outlook - Gospodarski izgled

Inflation - Inflacija

Interest rates - Obrestne mere

Workforce - Delovna sila

Growth forecasts - Napovedi rasti