The new government must prioritise opening up the UK’s markets to new capital if the City is to act as an engine for economic growth, according to the chief executives …
July 2024
Schroders chief: FCA must not ‘muddle’ consumer powers with City competitiveness
The boss of Schroders has called on the Financial Conduct Authority to more clearly separate its consumer protection powers from its duty to enhance the competitiveness of the City, as …
Jon Rahm targeting maiden landmark win at golf course that he owes his career to
Jon Rahm has Valderrama to thank for his career and the Spaniard is hoping the former Ryder Cup venue can stage his latest milestone when the LIV Golf League returns …
PwC cuts Friday half-day perks for UK staff during the summer
Big Four firm PwC has issued a warning internally to its UK employees that it will be cutting Friday half-days perks while bonuses for some parts of the UK business …
Bank of England may be wary of growing UK economic recovery
You cannot fault the new Prime Minister Keir Starmer for his timing. Within days of taking office, England are in the Euro 2024 final and, equally excitingly, monthly GDP growth …
Red Sea disruption hits sales at Poundland owner Pepco
Delays in summer stock reaching stores due to Red Sea shipping disruption contributed to sales at Poundland owner Pepco slumping over its latest quarter. The retail group, which also runs …
Trustpilot expects revenue jump on ‘strong growth’ amid share price rally
Trustpilot expects a jump in revenue for the first half of 2024 as the global review platform looks to keep up a rally in its share price. The FTSE 250 …
Gleeson: Sales ‘exceeding expectations’ despite planning system woes
Housebuilder Gleeson has nudged up the number of new homes it sold in its most recent financial year, despite what it described as “continuing challenges in the planning system”. The …
LOOK: New Northampton Saints badge unveiled on trademark website
Northampton Saints are today set to unveil their new logo with the government trademark website potentially giving the big surprise away early this morning. The Premiership champions announced earlier this …
Recruiter Norman Broadbent on the lookout for acquisitions despite ‘extremely challenging’ conditions
Recruitment firm Norman Broadbent struggled with “extremely challenging” market conditions in the first half but is still on the look out for acquisition opportunities. Net fee income in the first …