Conservative mayoral candidate Susan Hall has pledged to appoint a women’s commissioner and end what she called “chumocracy” at City Hall, if elected in May. The Tory hopeful said she …
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Global dividends reached record £1.3 trillion high due to resurgent banks
Global dividends rose five per cent last year to a record $1.66 trillion (£1.3 trillion), with almost half of the growth coming from banks. 86 per cent of companies globally …
Musicmagpie sees earnings boost from Black Friday and its ‘smart for the planet’ solution
Musicmagpie has reported a boost to annual earnings after the second-hand smartphone seller experienced a “record” Black Friday last November. The firm posted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation …
Keyword Studios shares jump as chief reaffirms 1bn Euro revenue target despite Hollywood film strikes
Keyword Studios share price increased more than eight per cent on Wednesday after the firm showed resilience in a year marred by Hollywood’s film strikes. Group revenue increased 13 per …
IP Group aims to build on UK’s ‘science superpower’ ambition despite difficult funding environment
A “challenging” environment for early-stage companies impacted IP Group in 2023, as the value of companies in its portfolio slipped compared to the year before. At the end of last …
Revealed: How much luxury kitchen brand Harvey Jones owed as it was rescued from administration
How much luxury kitchen maker Harvey Jones owed to its creditors when it rescued out of administration in a pre-pack deal last month has been revealed. More than 100 jobs …
Orsted sells stake in four US wind farms as group continues to navigate market uncertainty
Orsted, the Danish wind-power giant, has sold off equity stakes in four wind farms in the US for $300m (£234.5m). The four wind farms, which have a total capacity of …
After strong 2023 Gym Group plans further growth as low-cost fitness market booms
The low-cost gym operator The Gym Group today announced a jump in revenue for last year amid higher prices and customer numbers. The company said revenue for the year grew …
Metro Bank swings to first annual profit since 2018 after slashing staff numbers
Metro Bank has swung to its first annual profit since 2018, following a tough year for the branch-focused lender. The firm posted a statutory profit before tax of £30.5m in …
Electric Guitar plc delisting from London Stock Exchange ahead of reverse takeover
Digital marketing service company Electric Guitar has said it is de-listing from the London Stock Exchange, following a reverse takeover deal agreed last year. The firm said this morning it …