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Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry Core Insights - The Brand Finance Media 50 2024 report highlights a significant shift in the media landscape, with a focus on user-generated content and digital platforms rather than traditional broadcasting [21][24] - Google remains the most valuable media brand, valued at $333.4 billion, with a 19% increase in brand value [21][24] - TikTok/Douyin has seen substantial growth, retaining second place with a brand value of $84.2 billion, reflecting a 28% increase [24][25] - Weixin/WeChat is recognized as the strongest media brand with a Brand Strength Index (BSI) score of 94.3 out of 100, despite a 17% decrease in brand value to $41.8 billion [29][24] - Instagram is noted as the fastest-growing media brand, increasing its brand value by 49% to $70 billion [31][24] Summary by Sections Ranking Analysis - The 2024 ranking shows a shift from traditional media brands to digital platforms, with nine of the top ten brands focusing on narrowcasting [21] - Google leads the ranking for the fourth consecutive year, with a brand value increase driven by Alphabet's revenue growth [21][24] - TikTok/Douyin's growth is attributed to its effective peer-to-peer marketing and transformation into an e-commerce platform [24][25] - Weixin/WeChat's strong brand strength is supported by its essential role in daily life in China, although it faces challenges from the economic slowdown [29][24] - The report notes a decline in brand value for traditional TV networks due to shifts in consumer behavior towards streaming services [40][41] Brand Value Rankings - The top ten media brands in 2024 include: 1. Google - $333.4 billion (+19%) 2. TikTok/Douyin - $84.2 billion (+28%) 3. Facebook - $75.7 billion (+28%) 4. Instagram - $70.4 billion (+49%) 5. Disney - $46.7 billion (-6%) 6. Weixin/WeChat - $41.8 billion (-17%) 7. Tencent - $36.1 billion (-5%) 8. YouTube - $31.7 billion (+6%) 9. Netflix - $22.8 billion (-5%) 10. LinkedIn - $18.8 billion (+21%) [21][47] Sustainability Insights - Google has the highest Sustainability Gap Value at $1.5 billion, indicating potential value at risk due to sustainability perceptions [37][38] - The report emphasizes the importance of sustainability in driving consumer choice and brand value [37][39]

Public Disclosure Authorized Public Disclosure Authorized ENERGIZING RWANDA'S DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES AND STRATEGIES FOR CATALYZING PRODUCTIVE USE OF ENERGY Public Disclosure Authorized Public Disclosure Authorized © 2024 International Bank for Reconstruction and Development / The World Bank 1818 H Street NW Washington, DC 20433 Telephone: 202-473-1000 Internet: www.worldbank.org This work is a product of the staff of The World Bank with external contributions. The findings, interpretations, and conclusio ...

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Public Disclosure Authorized Knowledge Brief Public Disclosure Authorized Public Disclosure Authorized Health, Nutrition and Population Global Practice AGING AND HEALTH: POLICY CONSIDERATIONS FOR LONG-TERM CARE Meriem Boudjadja, Sameera Altuwaijri, and Seemeen Saadat for the Healthy Longevity Team July 2024 | --- | |-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ...

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry Core Insights - Gender gaps in access to and use of health and long-term care services affect both women and men differently [3] - Male mortality due to key non-communicable diseases (NCDs) is high in middle age, while women live longer with these diseases, impacting universal health coverage (UHC) and social protection systems [3] - Social and financial barriers accumulate across the life course, impeding women's access to care, necessitating cross-cutting solutions [3] - Health and long-term care systems must be gender-responsive, ensuring availability, accessibility, and quality of care [3] - Investment in sex-disaggregated data and gender-specific indicators is essential for monitoring key indicators for healthy longevity [3] Summary by Sections Introduction - Women and men experience aging differently due to physical, physiological, social, and gender norms, affecting socio-economic status and health outcomes [4] - Evidence indicates higher male mortality from heart disease and diabetes, while women live longer with these diseases, leading to more years lived with disability [4] Study Methods - The study utilizes literature review and data analysis from the Global Burden of Disease and World Development Indicators, focusing on NCDs and income data from 2019 [8] Disease Burden by Sex - Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are the leading cause of mortality, with 41.6% of female deaths and 38.2% of male deaths aged 45 and above attributed to CVD in 2019 [9] - Diabetes accounted for approximately 1.55 million deaths in 2019, with 95% among those aged 45 and above, showing a higher burden among women in lower-middle-income countries [15] - Cancer mortality is higher among men globally, but women aged 45-60 have higher cancer prevalence, particularly breast and reproductive cancers [19] Key Barriers to Care - Factors such as income, mobility, and service availability significantly affect access to health services for aging populations, especially women [21] - Financial dependence and limited participation in formal labor markets hinder older women's access to healthcare [21] Policy and Programmatic Implications - Health systems play a crucial role in reducing gender gaps in age-related disability and disease, requiring universal health coverage and improved service delivery [22] - Continued efforts to enhance women's labor market opportunities and access to social protection systems are necessary to strengthen their agency and healthcare access [22] - Expanding the use of sex-disaggregated data and gender-specific indicators on NCDs is vital for understanding gender-based health gaps [22]

Public Disclosure Authorized Knowledge Brief Public Disclosure Authorized Public Disclosure Authorized Health, Nutrition and Population Global Practice THE HEALTHY LONGEVITY INITIATIVE: KEY INSIGHTS FOR POLICY AND ACTION Sameera Altuwaijri, Prabhat Jha, George Alleyne Paul Isenman, Seemeen Saadat, Jeremy Veillard August 2024 | --- | |-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ...

Title of the Report Highlights Oil Market Report Methodology Notes Oil Industry and Markets Division August 2024 refining margin documentation INTERNATIONAL ENERGY AGENCY - OIL MARKET REPORT | --- | --- | |------------------------------------------------------|-------| | | | | Contents | | | Introduction (updated) . | | | Refining hubs | | | Refinery configuration and product yields (updated). | | | Crude grades (updated) . | | | Petrochemical margins | | | Emission costs (updated) | | | Energy consumption ...