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.
Are the Conservatives on course to lose the next general election? May 5, 2023 Local election results are seen as a crucial test for governments – and oppositions. They provide parties with a sense of momentum; a narrative about the country’s direction; and vital data for political number crunchers to pore over. One particularly key metric we can extrapolate from them is the estimated national vote share. Not all [...]
Rupert Soames picked as next Confederation of British Industry chief December 5, 2023 The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) has named Rupert Soames as its next president.
Are jobs on the line at Joules after Next takeover? April 25, 2023 Joules has launched consultations over potential job losses after the firm said its new owner Next said it is accelerating transition plans. Next snapped up the troubled fashion brand late last year after Joules fell into administration. The deal saw Next secure the future of 1,450 workers at Joules and 100 stores, although 19 stores [...]
Rinse, repeat: Next upgrades profit guidance yet again November 1, 2023 High street bellwether Next continues to defy headwinds in the UK economy
Are AI avatars the next digital frontier? February 2, 2023 Sasha Tityanko from Sensorium Galaxy talks about the game-changing new breed of avatars which are permeating the worlds of metaverse and AI.
If the Tories lose the next election, they need to find superstar mayors October 24, 2023 A pro-Brexit Boris Johnson-style Mayor with a platform like Andy Burnham could ensure anytime the Conservatives spend in opposition is brief, writes Adam Hawksbee
Metro Bank fundraise averts immediate threat – but what next? October 9, 2023 Metro Bank's emergency capital raise has reassured investors for the moment, but analysts warned the bank needed to develop a more convincing investment case if it is to survive.
Next: High street bellwether beats market expectations yet again May 1, 2024 Next said that it has projected post-tax earnings per share growth of 4.8 per cent for the year.
Self-custody will fuel the next crypto bull run June 17, 2023 Monty's been rummaging through some old boxes. Among the skeletons, he's found a long-hidden reminder of an Ethereum loss.