June 2024

UK banking stocks are poised to enjoy a “good backdrop” if Labour wins the general election on 4 July, according to a leading broker, highlighting benefits for Natwest and Close …

Michael Phelps said athletes can no longer place their faith in the World Anti-Doping Agency (Wada) amid major questions over its handling of positive tests returned by 23 Chinese swimmers. …

Kitchenware maker Procook has said it “plans to accelerate profitable growth over the medium term” thanks to the strategic inroads and trading “momentum” borne out in its full year results …

The Constituent, Old Vic, starring James Corden review and star rating: ★★ What to do after a cancellation? Tread the boards, darling! James Corden’s US TV show host career faltered …

Shares in AO World have jumped after the white goods electrical supplier revealed its profit had surged during its latest financial year. The Bolton-headquartered group has posted a pre-tax profit …

Tool rental firm HSS Hire increased its sales in the first five months of its financial year despite the impact of the mild winter on its seasonal product line. The London-listed group …

A takeover approach of fast food delivery giant Deliveroo by Doordash seemed to have failed, but analysts warn it may well still happen in the future. This comes after Reuters …

British health and beauty manufacturer PZ Cussons said its on track to deliver a revenue of more than £520m despite the decline in the value of the Nigerian Naira, which …

Marks Electrical Group continued to gain market share in its second year since floating on the public markets but saw profitability take a hit in a difficult demand environment. Adjusted …

Sustainable timer maker Accsys blamed “recessionary forces” as being behind a fall in revenue and profit in its preliminary full year results. The Aim-listed firm, which makes high-performance, weather-proof sustainable …