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Edelman posts 4% revenue decline in 2025

Edelman posts 4% revenue decline in 2025

"This is not a business that rewards passivity," says Richard Edelman, as the world’s biggest PR firm reports a third straight year of revenue decline — to $950m.
Arun Sudhaman 04 Feb 2026
PRAXIS MENA: Context and earned trust vital to strengthening UAE reputation

PRAXIS MENA: Context and earned trust vital to strengthening UAE reputation

Despite a broadly positive perception, the country must find a way to combat "conspiracy theories" and win over neutral observers around the world.
David Blecken 04 Feb 2026
PRAXIS MENA: "AI forces agencies to have honest conversations with clients"

PRAXIS MENA: "AI forces agencies to have honest conversations with clients"

Arun Sudhaman 04 Feb 2026
APCO names new MENA leadership

APCO names new MENA leadership

Samer El Hachem elevated to president of APCO MENA, while Mamoon Sbeih takes on new role as chief international business development officer and regional chairman.
Arun Sudhaman 03 Feb 2026
PRAXIS MENA: Middle East communicators urged to reinvent their role

PRAXIS MENA: Middle East communicators urged to reinvent their role

Arun Sudhaman 03 Feb 2026
Earned First appoints David Blecken to senior editorial role

Earned First appoints David Blecken to senior editorial role

Overseeing research and insights, David Blecken will play a key role in shaping Earned First’s long-term strategy and development.
Arun Sudhaman 23 Jan 2026
Davos: CEOs warn of business risk from reputation shortfalls

Davos: CEOs warn of business risk from reputation shortfalls

A study of more than 3,000 C-suite leaders finds reputation is now a material business risk, while warning that many CCOs lack the mandate, insight and commercial alignment to manage it effectively.
Arun Sudhaman 21 Jan 2026

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