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Rachel Reeves has refused to rule out a hike to capital gains tax, insisting it was vital to “strike the right balance” when it came to fiscal policy. The Chancellor …

Activity in the UK construction sector hit its fastest pace in just over two years, a closely watched survey showed, as the housing sector returned to growth. S&P’s purchasing manager’s …

Sales at supermarket giant Iceland passed the £4bn mark during its latest financial year as its pre-tax loss was slashed by more than £30m, according to newly-filed accounts. The Flintshire-headquartered …

Online shopping giant Zalando reported strong growth in the second quarter as it leaned into artificial intelligence (AI) in search of a bigger share of the e-commerce fashion and lifestyle …

Investment in the UK’s fintech sector almost tripled in the first half of 2024, new data shows, as a slew of major deals helped the country retain its title as …

City-based law firm Irwin Mitchell saw revenue and profit jump over the last financial year as it refreshed its strategy in a bid to be “the firm of choice for …

The UK arm of luxury Swiss watchmaker Audemars Piguet has hailed its “robust financial health” after its sales jumped during 2023. The division, which is headquartered in London, has posted …

British builders’ merchant Travis Perkins has lowered its operating profit expectations for the full year as it grapples with a tougher trading environment and weaker demand in the housing market. …

The Bank of England has said any major UK lender could be safely wound down in a crisis without causing disruption to banking services or forcing a taxpayer bailout. The …

A London pub company that partly collapsed into administration earlier this year and closed a number of sites has agreed a £61m rescue deal. RedCat Pub Company, which was founded …