The economy’s strong performance so far in 2024 looks set to continue thanks to the continued recovery of the manufacturing sector, a closely watched survey suggests. S&P’s ‘flash’ purchasing managers’s …
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Expedia: Profit more than doubles as UK sales surge as travel demand returns
The UK arm of Expedia saw its profit more than double as its turnover surged by almost £60m during 2023, it has been revealed. According to newly-filed accounts with Companies …
Breedon Group’s profit slumps as rain slows construction sector progress
Construction materials supplier Breedon reported a dip in its profit despite increased revenue following a major US acquisition earlier this year. The London-listed firm, headquartered in Leicestershire, saw its pre-tax …
Diriyah: The Historic Heart of Saudi Arabia will Transform Urban Living
Diriyah is one of a number of extraordinary giga-projects funded by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund. Mohamed Saad, President of Diriyah DevCo, tells Inside Saudi about the luxury residences and …
GP landlord PHP welcomes Labour government amid portfolio dip
GP landlord Primary Health Properties (PHP) saw its portfolio valuation dip 1.4 per cent over the last year, with the company welcoming the new Labour government’s commitment to the NHS. …
Tortilla takes revenue hit after quitting Deliveroo
Mexican fast food chain Tortilla has taken a hit to its revenue after ending its partnership with Deliveroo in a bid to cut down on delivery commission charges. The London-listed …
Fresnillo: ‘steady’ performance allows miner to maintain guidance
Bumper lead and zinc output and improved access to higher grade areas has helped Mexican miner Fresnillo to maintain its full year guidance despite poor weather being a drag on …
Profit cut at Mercury Prize and Official Charts owner despite BRIT Awards success
The organisation behind the Mercury Prize and that co-owns the Official Charts Company saw its profit cut during 2023 despite the financial success of the BRIT Awards. British Phonographic Industry (BPI), …
Aston Martin loses over £200m as demand for luxury models reverses
A fall in demand for luxury models led to Aston Martin losing more than £200m during the first half of 2023, it has been revealed. The Warwickshire-headquartered company has reported …
Easyjet ‘on track’ for another record summer as profit rises on strong travel demand
Easyjet is “on track” for a second consecutive record breaking summer, its chief executive has said, as profit and revenue rose on strong travel demand. The low-cost carrier reported £236m …