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How much does it cost to become president of the U S?

The leading candidates, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, have raised about $1.5 billion and more than $1 billion, respectively, according to data from Open Secret, a nonprofit organization that monitors campaign finance. This spending trend continues to grow: for example, in 2016, Trump spent about $430 million, while Hillary Clinton used $760 million. In 2020, the figures increased further, with Biden raising $1.6 billion and Trump $1.1 billion.

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Young people in Italy do not buy houses

The dream of buying a house is increasingly unattainable for young Italians. According to a survey by Deloitte, 7 out of 10 young people see no possibility of buying a house or starting a family due to economic difficulties. Job insecurity, rising interest rates on mortgages and reduced state incentives have further complicated access to real estate. This is leading many young people to resign themselves to a life of renting, marking a change in the traditional expectations of Italians

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We won at the Le Fonti Awards 2024!

FGN Consulting has won the prestigious Excellence of the Year – Innovation & Leadership in Financial Marketing award at the Le Fonti Awards 2024. This award celebrates their ongoing commitment to innovation and the delivery of financial marketing solutions that deliver stable and lasting results for clients. The event, held in Milan, honoured Italian excellences in various sectors, such as Cube Labs and Centro Medico Ippocrate, recognised for their innovation and leadership.

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FGN nominated for Le Fonti Awards!

FGN Consulting has been officially shortlisted as a finalist for the 14th edition of the Le Fonti Awards® Italy, one of the most prestigious events dedicated to the economic, financial and legal sectors. This nomination represents a significant acknowledgement for us, once again recognising our company as one of the leaders in its sector.

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Golden Goose is dominating the trainer world

Golden Goose, the Italian luxury brand founded in 2000 in Venice, is revolutionising the trainer world with its characteristic lived-in look. Born from the founders’ passion for research, travel and art, the brand combines Italian sartorial tradition and innovation. The ‘distressed’ trainers have become a style icon, worn by celebrities such as Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez. With flagship stores in key cities such as New York and Paris, Golden Goose has reached an international clientele and recorded revenues of €587 million in 2023.

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Some states have HUGE investment funds

Sovereign wealth funds, managed by government agencies, are powerful financial instruments that invest a country’s excess resources in financial markets to ensure long-term economic stability. Originally created to manage wealth from the export of natural resources, they now control over USD 12.8 trillion in diversified assets. Among the best known funds are Norway’s Government Pension Fund Global and the China Investment Corporation.

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Does Chiara Ferragni’s crisis continue?

Chiara Ferragni faces a significant crisis with the closure of the Milan flagship store in August, after the ‘Pandoro Gate’ scandal and the termination of contracts with companies such as Pigna, Safilo and Pantene. The resignation of Fabio Maria Damato, general manager, further highlights the crisis. Ferragni handed over operational delegations to her mother, Marina Di Guardo, in order to stabilise the management of the company. Despite the difficulties, the brand retains a strong following and potential.

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