The economy is expected to recover to its pre-Covid trend over the next two years, according to new economic forecasts, but a look underneath the hood reveals the deep problems …
June 2024
FTSE 100 today: London markets set to open green; US jobs data key for direction
Moving markets today: Asian stocks mixed, oil prices up, US dollar nears 8-week low; China’s may exports surge 7.6 per cent, focus on US non-farm payrolls The recent uptrend in …
How to talk about politics at work
It’s the run up to an election and tensions are running high – so how do you make sure political discussions stay calm, respectful and conflict-free? Toby Hough explains Political …
European Athletics Championships: Five Brits to watch in Rome
On Friday a 70-strong British team will begin the hunt for medals at the European Athletics Championships. And though Team GB haven’t sent a completely full strength squad, there will …
Business secretary Kemi Badenoch to discuss Royal Mail bid with Czech Sphinx
Business secretary Kemi Badenoch is reportedly set to meet with EP Group owner Daniel Kretinsky next week, as the man known as the Czech Sphinx looks to woo the government …
The car industry is wrong about private electric vehicle demand
Tumbling private demand for electric vehicles (EVs) has dominated media headlines throughout this year, fuelling car owners’ concerns over the high cost of making the transition. Car industry data, provided …
Peaky Blinders maker acquired as Netflix film starring Cillian Murphy confirmed
The production company behind Peaky Blinders has been acquired ahead of a film based on the hit BBC TV show coming to Netflix. Banijay UK has snapped up Caryn Mandabach …
Five energy drinks to keep you motivated on your fitness journey
You’re working full time, trying to find the motivation to exercise after work. It’s not as easy as it sounds, finding an energy drink to keep you going through that …
Natwest boss open to acquisitions as he predicts more consolidation in UK banking
The chief executive of Natwest has said the lender is open to acquisitions and predicted more consolidation in the UK banking market over the coming years. Speaking at the Goldman …
Transport for London hits £138m operating surplus but investment in upgrades falls
Transport for London (TfL) hit an operating surplus of £138m in the last financial year but investment in its network dipped amid a dearth in government funding. In its financial …