This book collects peer-reviewed research papers presented at the 1st International Conference on Applied Business & Economic Research (ICABER), held in Istanbul, Turkey, in November 2025. The contributions offer insights on the newest trends, issues, and innovations shaping the future of applied business and economics research across diverse global contexts. Such trends include the increasing application of AI in FinTech and financial analysis, big data analytics, technology implementation and governance, sustainable business models, digital transformation, and other topics. This book is ideal for scholars in management, marketing, entrepreneurship, and information systems, as well as practitioners looking to apply new research in decision-making models and strategies.