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Will labour reform ignite the Brazilian homecare market?

Next on the reform agenda for Brazil’s centrist-Temer administration is the 70-year old labour code, 900 articles that menace businesses and are often blamed for 12% unemployment. The homecare industry, which relies on informal labour, could be a major benefactor predicts the CEO of the country’s largest formal chain.

Healthcare largest segment for Air Liquide in Europe

Global industrial gas company Air Liquide saw its healthcare segment grow by 11.2% to €3.1bn globally in 2016. Healthcare is now its largest business in Europe surpassing industrial gas for the first time.

Cerner set to enter healthcare services in the Middle East

US healthcare IT player Cerner has electronic patient records across the Middle East. It is now set to provide services that will enable governments to better control the spread of diabetes. A large contract is in the offing.

Ambea to further expand in Norway

Swedish elderly care and social care provider Ambea has completed its acquisition of disability care specialist TBO Helse - its third acquisition in Norway in this field in less than a year. Daniel Warnholtz, CFO of Ambea, explains the group sees strong potential in the market.

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