Two real estate headhunters wanted to build their own shop – seven years later, they tell Jennifer Sieg how their friendship (and business) is stronger than ever. Clare Coe and …
Financial Planning
Companies House launches ‘urgent review’ over 800 ‘erroneous’ filings made by one account
Companies House has launched an “urgent review” after the government-owned corporate register saw one account file 800 “erroneous” forms on 190 companies, raising fears over a sophisticated fraud targeted at …
Treasury has no way of recording value for money on borrowing, MPs find
The Treasury needs to make more of an effort to ensure that taxpayers getting value for money on government borrowing, according to an influential group of MPs. Government borrowing has …
China’s audacious aim: pursuing 5% growth target amidst economists’ skepticism
China has set its sights on achieving an economic growth target of approximately 5% for the current year, a goal that some economists consider ambitious. The aim comes amid various …
Letter to the editor: Digital skills are vital for growth
[RE: Spring Budget 2024: Six things to look out for, 1 March] While the steps taken in the Autumn Statement, like permanent full expensing, were beneficial, they barely scratched the …
FTSE 100 today: London markets braces for cautious opening as U.S. and Asian markets slip
Moving markets today: Hong Kong, China stocks drop; China targets 5% growth, bitcoin passes $68,000; Fed’s Powell’s testimony in focus The S&P 500 closed slightly lower after a volatile day, …
The Notebook: Financial musings from a walk through Woking
This week, Rachel Winter, Killik & Co takes the Notebook pen Looking for investment inspiration in my hometown Investment insights are all around us. Here are some of the things …
London is crying out for more homes –here’s how the next mayor can build them
It will take a young couple on a normal income 30 years to save a deposit to buy the average property in London, but there is a way to change …
Wine-ing down: London chain Vagabond Wines asked court to appoint administrator
London-based wine bar chain Vagabond Wines has asked the High Court to appoint an administrator as uncertainty reins over the business’ future. Vagabond Wines was established in 2009 by Stephen …
That’s bonza! Australian pension fund commits further £8bn to UK in pre-budget boost
Australia’s biggest pension fund is set to pump another £8bn into the UK in the coming years in a boost to Jeremy Hunt ahead of the budget this week. In …