Dr Rainer Zitelmann is a German historian, sociologist and author. His latest book is The Power of Capitalism. In our exclusive series, Zitelmann reveals a compelling body of evidence that …
March 2024
Trusts slam £7bn cost of EU regulations the regulator could have already ditched
Over 130 of the City’s most influential investment trust managers have signed a joint letter to the chancellor to abandon damaging and antiquated EU regulations. According to a report in …
Jeremy Corbyn looks set to run against Labour in Islington North
Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn is expected to run as an independent candidate in Islington North when the next election rolls around. Corbyn has said he will “continue” to serve …
PWC thought about EY-style split – and thought better of it
The head of PWC’s UK operations has stuck by the firm’s decision to keep the firm together despite other members of the elite accountancy family changing tack. Kevin Ellis, senior …
Belgians tap up Chinese ahead of possible third bid for Direct Line
The boss of Belgian insurer Ageas is reportedly flying to China to meet its largest shareholder amid speculation he is trying to gather support to raise its £3.2bn takeover offer …
Central banks in focus this week as policymakers weigh up interest rate cuts
Central banks are set to dominate the headlines this week as they prepare to make decisions on interest rates that will determine borrowing costs around the world. The Bank of …
Activist Bluebell: BP net zero plan still too green – and other shareholders agree
Activist investor Bluebell has launched a fresh attack on oil supermajor BP over its net zero policies. Bluebell first opened fire on BP in January with a 30-page letter that …
M&S aims to launch banking and loyalty ‘superapp’ in long-term commitment to financial services
Marks & Spencer (M&S) is reportedly close to a seven-year agreement with HSBC to transform its banking division into a financial services and loyalty “superapp”. The retailer and banking giant …
Monster is a new hit from Japanese director Hirokazu Kore-eda
Japanese director Hirokazu Kore-eda has become a hallowed name in world cinema, thanks to striking family dramas like 2018’s Shoplifters. After making his last two films, The Truth and Broker, …
BFI Flare Film Festival is here and it’s queer
Get ready for the best LGBTQ films to hit London, as BFI Flare returns this week. Ahead of this year’s edition of the festival, we sat down with programmer Grace …