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Northvolt’s fall: How hubris and blunders shattered Europe’s battery ambitions
Once hailed as Europe’s answer to CATL, Northvolt’s bankruptcy exposes the risks of poor leadership, flawed execution, and manufacturing failures—even with billions in backing.
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How LVMH turned “ugly” Birkenstock into a luxury brand
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