These are eBay’s best Black Friday bargains November 24, 2016 Traditional retailers such as Tesco and John Lewis may be planning big Black Friday events – but don't discount Ebay when you're bargain-hunting – it isn't just about selling people's old tat any more, you know… Here are the auction site's best deals today: 1. Game on One for the gamers (or those with kids who [...]
Charles Stanley shares soar as firm almost doubles reported profits and unveils new profit-focused pay scheme November 24, 2016 Charles Stanley today revealed it has nearly doubled its profits during the six months to September and unveiled a long-awaited new pay structure, as shares soared by double digits. The figures The investment manager reported profit before tax of £3.6m, up 80 per cent from £2m for the same period the year before. However, revenue [...]
Tony Blair says Brexit could be stopped November 24, 2016 Former Prime Minister Tony Blair has said that Brexit may still be halted if concerns around its impact continue to increase. Yesterday, the Office for Budget Responsibility warned the decision to quit the EU would have a substantial impact on the UK's finances. And speaking to the New Statesman, Blair has said that the summer's [...]
One reason you should hold off on going berserk this Black Friday – the January sales will be even better November 24, 2016 There are plenty of great deals that will go live at midnight tonight – but it might be better to hold off on spending all your hard-earned cash. The January sales will be better. Retail analyst Richard Hyman has done the maths and found that last year 65 per cent of the retail industry was on [...]
Deutsche Boerse exec warns US and China will dominate if London Stock Exchange merger is blocked November 24, 2016 A Deutsche Boerse executive has warned rival firms from the US and China will dominate if the German’s merger with the London Stock Exchange falls through. The exchanges are expecting a statement of objections to their tie-up from the European Commission next month and analysts remain doubtful the deal will complete. Read more: Stock exchanges [...]
Currys PC World offers deals on TVs, laptops, kitchen appliances, smart toys and more November 24, 2016 Can't make it out on Black Friday to scoop up the latest tech deals? Do not be afeared. Currys PC World has announced deals on more than 3,500 products in a Black Friday event running until 1 December. The electrical retailer's 10-day event has been running since 21 November, but a fresh set of deals will be released on [...]
Black Friday 2016: Five fitness and activewear-tastic bargains to snap-up, stay fit and stay warm November 24, 2016 Usually the time to think about getting fit is after you have plumped yourself up full of turkey and Christmas pud… not before. But there are a bundle of Black Friday activewear deals out there so you can get a headstart on a healthy 2017. Or at least, grab a bargain that will stay in its box until your return to [...]
There was a surprise jump in mortgage approvals in October – but it’s not necessarily good news November 24, 2016 House price growth may be suffering, but that hasn't had any effect on mortgage borrowing: figures published today showed the number of mortgages approved jumped to 40,900 in October. That figure is above September's figure of 38,700 – and, crucially, above expectations of 39,000. But the British Bankers' Association, which published the figures, said mortgage [...]
Bang for your buckwheat – here’s where Londoners say they pay over the odds for dinner November 24, 2016 While there are plenty of budget-friendly food options in England's capital, dining in some restaurants – and in some neighbourhoods – can come with a staggeringly steep price tag. Harden's London Restaurants Guide for 2017, released Wednesday, revealed the results of its 26th annual survey of 7,500 regular restaurant-goers to determine not only which restaurants [...]
Commuters facing delays with no service on the Waterloo & City Line November 24, 2016 Commuters in trying to get in and out of the City this morning are facing major delays, with no service on the Waterloo & City Line. Transport for London said the disruption was due to signal failure. https://twitter.com/wlooandcityline/status/801726481382731776 Elsewhere in the capital, there are delays in the Oval area as police continue to deal with [...]