More retail misery as Brits’ spending shrinks to lowest level in three years June 4, 2024 May proved to be another miserable month for retailers, as cash-strapped Brits said no to treating themselves in the face of rising bills and unfavourable weather.
‘Our reforms are working’: Is the London Stock Exchange on the cusp of a revival? June 4, 2024 The London Stock Exchange has had a miserable couple of years. Is Shein's float the start of a rebound?
UK tech leaders have high hopes for the next government June 4, 2024 As the nation gears up for its next general election, the UK tech sector is voicing its expectations for the incoming administration.
‘Brand Britain’ needs a refresh under the next government, says top business body June 4, 2024 A new government must prune the UK’s sprawling business tax system and refresh “Brand Britain” if the country is to boost investment and restore its status as a global hub for commerce, the country’s top business body has said.
Why this self-made millionaire believes an ‘original’ business idea is far from needed June 4, 2024 Timothy Armoo on why you an "original idea" is far from needed when it comes to entrepreneurial success.
FTSE 100 today: London markets set for muted open ahead of ECB rate cut decision June 4, 2024 Doubts about US exceptionalism drive Asian market decline. UK spending slows in May. Investors watch ECB and BOC policies.
‘Chronic short-termism’ stopping UK from becoming a ‘superpower’, report backed by Tony Blair and John Caudwell warns June 4, 2024 Britain’s "chronic short-termism" is holding it back from being a science and technology superpower, according to a new report backed by billionaire businessman John Caudwell and former Prime Minister Sir Tony Blair.
Labour set for biggest election victory in party history, poll suggests June 3, 2024 Labour is on course for the biggest election victory in the party’s history, surpassing Tony Blair’s 1997 landslide, a poll has suggested.
‘I’ve changed my mind’: Nigel Farage will stand in the General Election – and lead Reform June 3, 2024 “I’ve changed my mind. It’s allowed you know, it’s not always a sign of weakness. It could potentially be a sign of strength.
Former Melrose bosses take chunk of £180m bonus scheme June 3, 2024 Three former bosses at Melrose Industries have raked in a big chunk of a £180m bonus scheme shortly after leaving the group.