High street bakery Greggs has cheered another strong trading period as late-night sales helped boost earnings. In an update to markets this morning, the no-frills chain said total sales grew …
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Hybrid work specialist IWG reports record year but stays ‘cautious’
Hybrid work specialists IWG has reported a record year for revenue, but said it’s “cautious” about the year ahead as it looks to keep costs down. International Workspace Group said …
Spirent: Another listed UK firm to go private after £1bn offer
British telecoms testing services provider Spirent Communications has agreed to be sold to US communications equipment firm Viavi in a deal valuing it at £1bn amid a plunge in profits. …
Foxtons’ revenues jump as bumper London rents boost balance sheet
Foxtons, the London-focused estate agent, recorded a drop in profit last year as sales activity slowed, but a robust rental market helped the group shrug off the worst of the …
Lower advertising revenue turns off profit STV Group
Scottish media firm STV Group has seen profit tumble due to a flagging TV advertising environment. In its full-year results to 31 December, the firm said operating profit fell 22 …
Hollywood writers’ strike and higher financing costs hit Ashtead’s profits
Profits have ticked up at equipment hire firm Ashtead despite strong financing cost headwinds and troubles across the pond. The group’s adjusted operating profit for the nine months ending 31 …
Reach: Mirror, Star and Express publisher warns of print and digital ad revenue drop
Reach, the London-listed publisher which owns titles including the Mirror, Express and Star, reported declining profit and revenue as print and digital advertising continues to struggle. In its full-year results …
Equity inflows: UK investors most bullish in three years
UK investors were at their most bullish in three years last month, as they poured £2.7bn into equity funds throughout February. Monthly equity fund inflows were their fourth best since …
Maserati GranCabrio might be 2024’s most glamorous new car
Following on from the new GranTurismo, Maserati has added the head-turning GranCabrio convertible to its refreshed range. The open-air GT is said to be dedicated to driving enthusiasts who ‘demand …
What happened when I asked my male friends about women’s bodies?
Male ignorance of female issues is nothing new, but poor education around fertility is catching up with us, writes Phoebe Arslanagic-Little Are some women unable to use a coil because …