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Assembled with care
Furniture colossus Ikea is dismantling its reputation and trying to build not only a better public image but also a better future.
Editor’s letter
Our editor in chief on why “Made in the US” was making a fashion comeback back before Trump turned up and how to get the best out of this well-dressed issue.
Close Thais
In the fiercely competitive world of mall development, Thailand’s Siam Piwat is the gold standard. CEO Chadatip Chutrakul makes sure it stays that way with a team of visionaries.
Business
Keeping the drone market flying, rebranding a heritage distillery in Finland and making the cut in China.
Economy
Pulitzer-winning author Thomas Friedman on globalisation, how the Netherlands is capitalising on Brexit and Australia’s plans for growth.
Beginners’ look
We take in three fledgling fashion businesses ready to take flight: a supportive French underwear brand, a horn-rimmed eyewear specialist and a village-based UK company with global connections.
A toast to good design
The founder of innovative appliance company Balmuda shares his love of quick naps and a little tipple.
Making it in Jakarta
Indonesia’s bounteous resources make it the perfect place for entrepreneurs to set up camp. We meet four enterprising Jakarta residents, who tell us how they are taking advantage of the opportunities in this chaotic…
