Two of Britain’s biggest transport operators are charting very different paths on London’s FTSE 250 index. The stark contrast between Firstgroup and Mobico, formerly National Express, was laid bare in …
April 2024
Israelis at war ask London Jews: ‘Are you ok?’
It may seem absurd for a people at war to worry about those living in London, but in Israel, when antisemitic attacks come, the authorities do not equivocate, says Benjamin …
Holland & Barrett increase staff pay to a minimum of £12 an hour
One of the UK’s leading health and wellness retailers Holland & Barratt has upped its staff pay by nine per cent from today. The retailer is set to increase its …
Livestream shopping finds its footing in the collectables market
A phenomenon in China, livestream shopping has so far received a poor reception in the West. Is this starting to change? Helped by a restless and largely furloughed population during …
Under 30 and earning £1m? Here’s what you need to know
The number of young millionaires is on the rise, so what risks and considerations should they be taking into account to protect their wealth? Caroline Russell has some wise words …
Meet the fund managers: Valuing the human experience
In this weekly series, investment reporter Elliot Gulliver-Needham sits down with a fund manager for a Q&A. This week, we’re hearing from Obe Ejikeme, manager of Carmignac Portfolio Human Xperience …
How I took life’s lem-uhns and turned them into a business
When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade. Even if the process gets a little sticky. At least, that’s what Riannon Palmer had to do after facing a PR agency’s …
China’s March factory activity sparks hope for recovery, but clouds of uncertainty persist
A wave of optimism swept through China’s manufacturing sector in March as its activity surged to its highest level of growth in over a year, with firms resuming and accelerating …
Touchlines given zebra stripe makeover for Investec Champions Cup matches
RUGBY FANS watching the world’s most iconic cross-border club competition will witness a world first this weekend – with sponsors Investec bringing new life to the touchline and in-goal areas. …