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Rachel Reeves has refused to rule out a hike to capital gains tax, insisting it was vital to “strike the right balance” when it came to fiscal policy. The Chancellor…

Activity in the UK construction sector hit its fastest pace in just over two years, a closely watched survey showed, as the housing sector returned to growth. S&P’s purchasing manager’s…

Sales at supermarket giant Iceland passed the £4bn mark during its latest financial year as its pre-tax loss was slashed by more than £30m, according to newly-filed accounts. The Flintshire-headquartered…

Online shopping giant Zalando reported strong growth in the second quarter as it leaned into artificial intelligence (AI) in search of a bigger share of the e-commerce fashion and lifestyle…

Investment in the UK’s fintech sector almost tripled in the first half of 2024, new data shows, as a slew of major deals helped the country retain its title as…

City-based law firm Irwin Mitchell saw revenue and profit jump over the last financial year as it refreshed its strategy in a bid to be “the firm of choice for…

The UK arm of luxury Swiss watchmaker Audemars Piguet has hailed its “robust financial health” after its sales jumped during 2023. The division, which is headquartered in London, has posted…

British builders’ merchant Travis Perkins has lowered its operating profit expectations for the full year as it grapples with a tougher trading environment and weaker demand in the housing market.…

The Bank of England has said any major UK lender could be safely wound down in a crisis without causing disruption to banking services or forcing a taxpayer bailout. The…

A London pub company that partly collapsed into administration earlier this year and closed a number of sites has agreed a £61m rescue deal. RedCat Pub Company, which was founded…