Have you ever struggled to come up with a new business idea? Most people have – but Timothy Armoo, founder of social media advertising firm Fanbytes, says that spotting an …
Financial Planning
‘Brand Britain’ needs a refresh under the next government, says top business body
A new government must prune the UK’s sprawling tax system and refresh “Brand Britain” if the country is to boost investment and restore its status as a global hub for …
UK tech leaders have high hopes for the next government
As the nation gears up for its next general election, the UK tech sector is voicing its expectations for the incoming administration. No matter the size of their company, industry …
‘Our reforms are working’: Is the London Stock Exchange on the cusp of a revival?
Hopes are growing that the City’s listings drought could soon be quenched as a wave of top firms draw up plans to debut on the London Stock Exchange in the …
More retail misery as Brits’ spending shrinks to lowest level in three years
May proved to be another miserable month for retail, as cash-strapped Brits said no to treating themselves in the face of rising bills and unfavourable weather. Spending on debit and …
The sooner the better for a Eurostar competitor – but it won’t be smooth sailing
An end to Eurostar’s monopoly on the Channel Tunnel can only be a good thing for passengers, Guy Taylor argues For three decades, the French high speed operator has whizzed …
Reeves and Hunt are being dishonest. Their plans mean taxes will have to go up
Hunt and Reeves should engage in a grown-up debate about their economic plans rather than mislead the public about what will likely have to happen to taxes under their watch, …
Kairos by Jenny Erpenbeck: Review
Fate and freedom are at loggerheads in this mesmerising novel depicting an abusive relationship that crumbles alongside the Berlin Wall, writes Lucy Kenningham Kairos by Jenny Erpenbeck won the International …
Explainer: Trust fund, 6’5, blue eyes: Why finance bros are now in fashion
Men in gilets do we have good news for you: according to Gen Z you are now certified hot stuff – all thanks, of course, to a viral Tiktok. The …
Do we really still need the Women’s Prize for Fiction? For God’s sake yes!
With the Women’s Prize set to crown its 29th batch of winners next week, some might wonder whether there’s still a need for such a prize. But a look at …