Shares in Swiss firms dropped on Monday morning as markets digested the consequences of US president Donald Trump’s high tariffs. The Swiss Market Index dropped by 1.9 per cent to …
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While bank shares surge, the motor finance debacle is far from over
Shares in Close Brothers and Lloyds Banking Group surged this morning as the market opened for the first time since Friday evening’s Supreme Court ruling. While lenders may be breathing …
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Highest profit in over a decade for London St Pancras Highspeed
London St Pancras Highspeed, the company which runs the rail line between the capital and the Channel Tunnel, has reported its biggest profit for more than a decade. The business …
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FTSE 100 banks outperform but face tougher waters ahead
The FTSE 100’s banking constituents breezed through the second quarter results season as interest income remained stable and trading income soared on the back of market volatility. The ‘Big Five’ …
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Labour’s new quarry tax is rock bottom green policy
A man’s freedom to fill up his quarry absent extortion must stand, writes Charlie Amos in response to Labour’s expanded landfill tax which will add £25,000 to the cost of …
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BP makes its largest oil discovery in 25 years
BP has made its biggest oil discovery in a quarter of a century off Brazil’s Atlantic coast, in a big boost for the beleaguered oil giant mired in a battle …
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Jimmy Carr handed whopping tax bill after tour brings in £3m
Jimmy Carr has been handed a huge tax bill after his wealth surged by more than £3m thanks to launching his International stand-up tour and the success of his Netflix …
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Daniel Levy: Man City verdict taken far too long and multi-club needs controls
Tottenham Hotspur chairman Daniel Levy has called for a swift conclusion to Manchester City’s legal battle with the Premier League, saying the process “has gone on for far too long”. …
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Dishoom served huge valuation after founders sell stake
Dishoom has been valued in the region of £300m after striking an investment deal with a firm backed by LVMH. The restaurant chain has agreed a deal for an undisclosed …
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Rolls-Royce shares hit yet another record high
Shares in FTSE 100 giant Rolls-Royce have hit yet another all-time high, giving the company a £90bn valuation for the first time in its history. Shares in the Derby-headquartered group …