Business English

Africa's new thirst for a local brew

Heineken and Diageo are using sorghum, a hardy grain that will survive in poor soil, to brew beer in Africa. The project aims to establish a sustainable production chain, and to show local farmers that there is a long term future in growing sorghum.Von Jenny Wiggins  mehr

 
Business English

French bosses are best paid in Europe

Management consultants at Hay Group have calculated total pay, including tax and bonuses, of chief executives worldwide, with some surprising results. German companies pay out the lowest long-term incentives and total pay for German chief executives in Eurpoe.Von Kate Burgess  mehr

 
Business English

China's dairies milk the local advantages

With a strong economy, a large population and relatively low per capita consumption of dairy products, the Chinese dairy market retains huge growth potential, despite the fact that Chinese consumption of dairy products is about 10 per cent, or less, than in developed western countries.Von Richard McGregor  mehr

 
Business English

France shows the nuclear way

Britain will study operations across the Channel closely as it embarks on replacing its fossil fuel plants. France's nuclear expertise is invaluable when it comes to developing safe, reliable energy sources, but that does not mean public opposition is non-existent.Von Peggy Hollinger  mehr

 
Business English

The money of colour gives rise to a stylish renaissance

China's growing affluence has boosted global interest in the country's design community. mehr

 

ENGLISH-QUIZ: WIE GUT IST IHR WORTSCHATZ?

Business English

From "clunky" to "money supply": test your vocabulary

The test is related to the article ''Clunky but clear, ECB-speak is getting the message across"Von Sarah Syed  mehr

 
Business English

From "sublime" to "congenial": test your vocabulary

The test is related to the article ''The party is just beginning for those who can schmooze shamelessly"Von Helen Livingstone  mehr

 
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Business English

From "cosmetic surgery" to "case in point": test your vocabulary

The test is related to the article ''Loans for plastic surgery answer Lebanon's yearning for fresh start" mehr

Business English

From "school reports" to "impetuous": test your vocabulary

The test is related to the article ''Why the annual work appraisal fails to make the grade" mehr

 

TEXTE ZU DEN BUSINESS-ENGLISH-PODCASTS

Business English

Ultra-wealthy home in on London attractions

The number of very high earners in the UK capital has risen almost 60 % in four years.Von Bob Sherwood  mehr

 
Business English

World fears for Indonesia's forests

The Indonesian Government are cracking down on the illegal deforestation which is taking place on an industrial scale with devastating and far-reaching side-effects.Von John Aglionby  mehr

 
Business English

Put the kids on your travel itinerary

Some business travellers take family and friends with them.Von Rhymer Rigby  mehr

 
Business English

Are you held back by your teeth and glasses?

Image consultants are helping dowdy clients to look the business mehr

Business English

British Council ditches cultural shop window

The council says a shift to a more global remit reflects waning public interest in Germany. mehr

 

 

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