Former Patisserie Valerie chief financial officer among four charged with fraud September 13, 2023 The former chief financial officer of the company behind bakery Patisserie Valerie has been charged with fraud alongside three others, including his wife.
Aviva to offload Singlife stake for £800m September 13, 2023 Aviva's transaction is expected to be completed in the fourth quarter of 2023, subject to regulatory approval.
UK and India can ‘work through’ trade deal obstacles, PM says September 9, 2023 Rishi Sunak has signalled there is optimism the UK can conclude a trade deal with India after saying the two countries can “work through” the final negotiation hurdles. Statements made by the Prime Minister and No 10 following a meeting with Indian prime minister Narendra Modi on the fringes of the G20 summit suggested fresh [...]
City Giving Day: Central London Alliance’s Guinness World Record Title Attempt September 7, 2023 In a city that’s known for its fast-paced business world, iconic landmarks, and vibrant culture, a remarkable event is set to take place that will not only make history but also underline the spirit of community and philanthropy that thrives within the heart of London. On the 25th and 26th of September, the Central London [...]
Time to celebrate: City A.M. app users can enjoy a free pint of Singha thanks to Shepherd Neame September 7, 2023 We're celebrating the launch of our app - with a cool pint of Singha, courtesy of Shepherd Neame
FTSE 100 reshuffle: M&S in, Abrdn out, but who else is coming and going? August 29, 2023 As the reshuffle of the FTSE 100 index approaches, several firms are vying for a coveted spot among the UK's top-tier stocks.
Hays: Hiring slowdown hits profit as longtime boss steps down August 24, 2023 Global recruitment firm Hays has appointed a new chief executive after a near six month hunt for a new head. The London-listed company named Dirk Hann, its current managing director of Hays Germany and CEMEA as replacement for Alistair Cox, who said was stepping down after 15 years at the helm in February. Hann will [...]
“The markets are better”: Why YouGov is considering ditching London for New York August 14, 2023 London's equity markets are at risk of another high-profile departure after YouGov's boss said he was considering a New York departure
John Allan: Tesco chair now also quits Barratt role fearing misconduct claims may become ‘disruptive’ May 23, 2023 Tesco chair John Allan will quit his role at the top of Barratt Developments, fearing sexual misconduct claims which he staunchly denies will become “disruptive. The London-listed housebuilder told investors this morning that Allan would step aside from the role he has chaired for nine years at the end of next month – three months [...]
EY plots leadership reshuffle after Big Four firm’s break-up plans scrapped May 15, 2023 EY is planning to alter the leadership team of its UK operations just weeks after it scrapped plans to break-up its audit and consulting business. The Big four accountancy firm’s UK managing partner Alison Kay, one of the top executives in Britain and a likely candidate for the role of boss, will move to a [...]