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Group owned by Dragons’ Den star Touker Suleyman makes just £3,000 profit
The fashion company associated with Touker Suleyman reported a modest pre-tax gain of £3,000 in 2024, marking a financial turnaround following a substantial loss the previous year.
Read Full Article →Dignity: Funerals giant returns to profit after ditching London and shedding hundreds of jobs
After selling to private investors and reducing its workforce significantly, Dignity experienced a financial turnaround by achieving profitability in its first complete year follow...
Read Full Article →Wincanton: Losses double as GXO takeover decision drags on
Wincanton reported a significant increase in pre-tax losses, totaling £44.9 million for the year ending March 2024, as uncertainty surrounding a potential acquisition by GXO contin...
Read Full Article →Pinewood gets Netflix, Disney and Amazon boost amid Trump’s tariffs threat
Collaborations with major streaming platforms have notably increased Pinewood Group's revenue for the fiscal year ending March 2025, reflecting improved financial performance despi...
Read Full Article →Pod Point valued at £10.6m as EDF set to takeover
The acquisition of Pod Point by EDF at a considerably lower valuation than its initial market capitalization highlights significant changes in the company’s financial standing sinc...
Read Full Article →Halma: FTSE 100 giant books record revenue and ups dividend
Halma’s diverse operations contributed to a substantial increase in annual income, resulting in higher payouts to shareholders despite challenging global economic conditions.
Read Full Article →UK economy shrinks more than expected in blow to Reeves
The unexpected decline in the UK’s economic output during April indicates a potential slowdown that may affect investor confidence and hinder short-term financial recovery efforts.
Read Full Article →Crest Nicholson: Profit triples as housing market recovers
Crest Nicholson's financial results show a significant improvement, with pre-tax profit rising substantially compared to previous losses, reflecting better market conditions and co...
Read Full Article →Tesco: Supermarket giant widens market share amid price war
Tesco reported increased sales in both food and non-food categories during the opening quarter, reflecting its strengthening position within the competitive UK grocery sector amids...
Read Full Article →Will Pret a Manger’s IPO be a tasty treat for the City?
Pret a Manger’s public offering could attract considerable investor interest, potentially boosting market activity and reflecting broader appetite for consumer-focused food and bev...
Read Full Article →Could Pisces replace AIM, or will it crash and burn?
The introduction of the Pisces private market framework may impact private company share trading by offering new opportunities for exchange operators, potentially reshaping the mar...
Read Full Article →Reeves’ spending spree could open £20bn gap – which taxes will rise?
The substantial increase in government expenditure may create a significant budget shortfall, potentially leading to higher taxes if the anticipated economic growth does not materi...
Read Full Article →FCA chief: Court delays denying victims justice
Prolonged legal proceedings are hindering timely resolution for those affected by financial offenses and impeding the development of more effective oversight within the financial s...
Read Full Article →Bargain Britain: UK firms under siege by foreign takeovers
Recent acquisitions by international investors and private equity groups have significantly impacted UK financial markets, reflecting increased foreign influence over domestic comp...
Read Full Article →How worried should Ed Miliband be about the CBI’s net zero U-turn?
The CBI’s reversal on net zero cost assessments could impact economic planning and investment decisions related to climate policies, influencing financial strategies across multipl...
Read Full Article →Premier League operating profit hits five-year high as PSR bites
The top division’s combined financial gains rose substantially in 2023-24, reflecting increased focus on fiscal responsibility prompted by new regulatory measures affecting club sp...
Read Full Article →Only roaring growth can save Reeves, and the country
Sustained and rapid economic expansion is crucial for Reeves and the nation to improve fiscal stability and address ongoing financial challenges effectively.
Read Full Article →Economists warn Rachel Reeves could be forced to make ‘£20bn tax grab’
Following the announcement of increased government expenditures across various sectors, experts indicate that significant revenue increases may be necessary to address fiscal chall...
Read Full Article →Reform and Tories aligned on Spending Review criticism
The opposition has raised concerns about the government's fiscal strategy, highlighting significant increases in expenditure and borrowing that may impact economic stability throug...
Read Full Article →London Tech Week day 3: Let’s use that NHS budget on tech
Investing in technological advancements could optimize healthcare resources and contribute to solving major issues like climate change, potentially improving efficiency and outcome...
Read Full Article →TfL gets £2bn – but no timetable for Bakerloo Line and DLR extension
Transport for London has received a £2 billion funding package over four years, providing significant financial support though specific schedules for key infrastructure projects re...
Read Full Article →Spending Review: Gilt yields dip in relief for Rachel Reeves
Following the announcement of the government's Spending Review, UK government bond yields declined slightly, indicating investor confidence in the management of increased expenditu...
Read Full Article →Spending Review: Colossal £25bn for HS2 eclipses other transport pledges
The government’s allocation of £25 billion to HS2 significantly surpasses other transport investments, including £3.5 billion for the Transpennine upgrade and £2.5 billion towards...
Read Full Article →Reeves’ straitjacket: Why Britain’s spending problem is political, not economic
The debate over the UK’s budget highlights that decisions on public expenditure are influenced more by political priorities than by purely economic forecasts or minor changes in gr...
Read Full Article →Spending Review: Reeves piles billions into tech as firms cool on UK
The government significantly increased investment in research and development to support technological progress, despite recent withdrawals of several technology companies from the...
Read Full Article →Spending Review: Whitehall faces axe to fund Reeves’ spending spree
Significant reductions in budgets for key government departments will be implemented to allocate substantial funding toward healthcare improvements and advancements in artificial i...
Read Full Article →Spending Review: Reeves promises UK will become defence ‘superpower’
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced an increase in military expenditure to 2.6 percent of GDP by 2027, indicating a significant boost in the UK’s defense-related financial commitmen...
Read Full Article →End in sight for US-China trade war with ‘framework’ announced in London
The new agreement between the US and China is expected to ease tariffs and improve trade relations, potentially leading to increased market stability and growth for businesses invo...
Read Full Article →High Court rules aircraft lenders can recover loss from planes stuck in Russia
The recent court decision establishes that lenders have the legal right to claim financial recovery for planes immobilized in Russia, potentially impacting insurance liabilities re...
Read Full Article →Optimism on construction boom lifts housebuilder stocks
The recent government commitment to funding infrastructure projects has positively influenced investor confidence, resulting in a notable increase in the stock values of leading ho...
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