CFOs are more confident – but the UK’s low productivity is a growing concern January 8, 2024 Finance chiefs at Britain's largest firms have shown increased confidence in the economy as their concern shifts away from inflation and high interest rates to geopolitical risks and the UK's low productivity.
What does the Boeing 737 Max disaster mean for flights and business? January 8, 2024 The Alaska Airlines flight incident is the latest problem for Boeing's iconic 737 Max. What does it mean for flights and business?
Moving markets today: What’s shaping the FTSE 100 this morning January 8, 2024 Moving Markets Today: Asia Stocks Trade in Tight Ranges, U.S. Congress Leaders Finalize $1.66 Trillion Budget; Alaska Airlines Cancels 170 Flights, Corporate Earnings Season Begins Investors in Asian stock markets were cautious as they await inflation data from both the U.S. and China, as well as company earnings. U.S. Congress leaders have agreed on a [...]
Boeing confronts new turbulence as mid-air incident raises alarms January 8, 2024 In the wake of a recent mid-air fuselage breach on a 737 Max, Boeing finds itself under increased scrutiny, triggering concerns about its ability to maintain a delicate equilibrium between accelerated production and product quality. The incident adds pressure at a pivotal moment for Boeing, awaiting approval for new models of its renowned MAX jet. [...]
Major BP investors pushing for BAE chief to be next CEO January 7, 2024 Several major investors in BP have reportedly urged the oil and gas giant to approach Charles Woodburn, boss of defence firm BAE Systems, about becoming its next chief executive.
Govia dished out record £62m dividend despite rail strikes and delays January 7, 2024 The UK's largest train operator Govia dished out a record dividend to its shareholders despite chaos across Britain's rail network.
Shellfish and shit: How sewage is soiling towns like Whitstable January 5, 2024 As water companies wash their hands of responsibility for sewage spillages, a swimmers’ coalition SOS Whitstable is fighting back...
EP: 246 Wincanton & Hong Kong January 5, 2024 With large amounts of rain expected, we are hoping that racing can take place at Wincanton on Saturday where we take a look at the best of the action. City AM Racing editor Bill Esdaile previews Saturday’s UK racing highlights, with Wally Pyrah discussing Sunday’s card in Hong Kong. Hosted by Chris Barnett. The Punter ‘The [...]
Tube strikes start today: Bosses warned they must stand up to unions January 5, 2024 Tube workers will begin seven days of strike action this week, causing significant disruption across the London Underground.
Storm Henk will spike insurance claims this time, but extreme weather events require longer-term thinking January 5, 2024 Storm Henk will undoubtedly cause a spike in insurance claims, but response to rising extreme weather events require a new approach going forward, experts have warned. The storm that battled the UK this week has caused flooding, damaged property and delays to travel as a result of rain and winds up to 80mph. This will [...]