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Landsec boosts profit amid residential and retail pivot
Landsec’s pre-tax earnings increased to £395 million, reflecting gains linked to its strategic shift towards expanding investments in residential and retail property sectors.
Read Full Article →Profit slump revealed at Jim Ratcliffe-backed Petroineos ahead of major closure
Petroineos experienced a notable decline in earnings before the shutdown of its Grangemouth refinery, reflecting challenges related to market instability, disrupted supply chains,...
Read Full Article →United Utilities: Profit rises significantly as water bills hiked
United Utilities experienced a notable increase in earnings, partially driven by higher charges for its services, leading to a suggested rise in the final dividend for shareholders...
Read Full Article →Sage boosts profit and margins as AI tools drive growth
Sage's half-year financial results demonstrate notable improvement in earnings and profitability, supported by increased cloud service demand and the integration of artificial inte...
Read Full Article →National Grid profit jumps by a fifth despite record investment
National Grid experienced a substantial increase in pre-tax earnings, reflecting solid financial performance amid global economic challenges and significant capital expenditures du...
Read Full Article →Interactive Investor creates hundreds of jobs as trading booms
Interactive Investor significantly expanded its workforce by nearly 200 employees, contributing to a rise in pre-tax profits to £89.7 million in 2024, up from £84.2 million the pre...
Read Full Article →Jaguar Land Rover rakes in £2.5bn profit despite stalled sales
Jaguar Land Rover reported a substantial increase in annual earnings to £2.5 billion, marking a decade-high profit even as its vehicle sales experienced little growth over the same...
Read Full Article →Trading 212: UK revenue spikes as profit passes £50m
The UK branch of Trading 212 experienced substantial growth in income, resulting in a notable increase in earnings that exceeded fifty million pounds during the most recent fiscal...
Read Full Article →Bytes Technology warns on increased cyber risk as profit jumps
Despite reporting higher earnings, Bytes Technology has highlighted a growing concern over cybersecurity threats, reflecting the company’s heightened awareness of evolving dangers...
Read Full Article →Marston’s: Pub chain swings back into the black
Marston’s has returned to profitability with a notable rise in underlying profit before tax to £19 million in the first half, supported by increased customer demand and improved co...
Read Full Article →On The Beach: Demand for city breaks boosts travel group
The travel company experienced notable financial growth in the first half of 2025, with revenue rising by 12 percent and adjusted EBITDA increasing by 19 percent compared to the pr...
Read Full Article →Ray-Ban owner issues warning after UK sales fall
Luxottica Group's UK division anticipates a decline in gross and operating profits for 2024 due to rising expenses, following a decrease in sales and overall financial performance...
Read Full Article →Tesco: CEO takes home bumper pay packet after profit jump
Tesco's chief executive received a substantial compensation totaling over £9 million, reflecting the company’s improved sales performance and higher-than-anticipated profit margins...
Read Full Article →Metro Bank shares soar as lender’s turnaround gathers pace
The bank reported a notable rise in first-quarter earnings compared to late 2024, boosting investor confidence and driving its stock price up by almost four percent in early market...
Read Full Article →TSB Bank’s profit rockets from stamp duty rush and cost-cutting
TSB Bank’s first-quarter earnings surged by 89 percent year-over-year, driven by reduced operating costs and increased transaction volumes ahead of regulatory changes, resulting in...
Read Full Article →AI avatar of CEO delivers annual results in first for London Stock Exchange
The company reported increased earnings despite challenges from recent US trade restrictions, marking a notable advancement in how corporate financial disclosures are presented on...
Read Full Article →Clipper tea owner gets £76m pay day after KP Snacks deal boosts profit
The recent divestment of Whole Earth contributed to a substantial increase in earnings, resulting in a significant financial gain for the proprietors of Clipper tea and related bra...
Read Full Article →Papa Johns to serve up profit after closing over 40 sites
Following the closure of numerous locations last year, the company’s leadership indicated that improved financial results are expected, with profitability anticipated to resume in...
Read Full Article →Amazon beats on profits, but tariff uncertainty weighs on stock
Amazon reported a significant profit increase in Q1 2025, exceeding forecasts; however, concerns over tariff impacts and disappointing cloud performance contributed to a decline in...
Read Full Article →Standard Chartered shares rise as wealth arm booms after market unrest
Standard Chartered's share price increased slightly following a strong first-quarter profit report, though the bank cautioned investors about potential future challenges stemming f...
Read Full Article →Natwest shares jump as stamp duty rush and market chaos boost income
Natwest reported a pre-tax profit of £1.8 billion in the first quarter, exceeding analysts' expectations and resulting in a more than three percent increase in its share price.
Read Full Article →Meet the best friends behind fast-growing Castore rival Montirex
Montirex, a rapidly growing sportswear brand, anticipates a significant increase in sales and profits, projecting a turnover of approximately £130 million for 2025, reflecting subs...
Read Full Article →Bank of America analysts slap ‘buy’ rating on Barclays shares
Bank of America analysts have reaffirmed their positive outlook on Barclays shares following a strong first-quarter performance, with the bank reporting a pre-tax profit that excee...
Read Full Article →Clarkson: Shares in shipbroker plummet after tariff profit warning
Following a revised annual profit forecast, Clarkson's shares fell approximately 11% as the company projected a significant decline in underlying pre-tax profits due to the effects...
Read Full Article →Rolls-Royce eyes nearly £3bn profit despite tariffs
Rolls-Royce expects to achieve an underlying profit of approximately £3 billion in 2025, maintaining its guidance despite concerns over tariff impacts on its financial performance.
Read Full Article →Mowgli Street Food returns to profit as it creates over 100 jobs
Mowgli Street Food, led by Nisha Katona, has achieved a pre-tax profit of £512,178 for the year ending July 31, 2024, while generating over 100 new job opportunities.
Read Full Article →Lloyds costs soar as lender increases provisions after tariff turmoil
Lloyds Banking Group reported a pre-tax profit of £1.5 billion in the first quarter of the year, reflecting a seven percent decline due to rising operating costs and increased prov...
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