CMC Markets: Lord Cruddas’ firm set for big jump in profit amid ‘sustained’ client activity October 9, 2024 Costs are expected to be around seven per cent lower than last year thanks to "disciplined cost management", which should help the firm return to profit.
Motorpoint: Used car supermarket returns to profitability after ‘most difficult year’ in its history October 8, 2024 It reported retail volume growth of 17 per cent in the first half with "strong momentum" going into the next six months.
The lawyer’s therapist: Turning legal insights into emotional clarity October 8, 2024 Former lawyers, now therapists, a unique business model of trying to get City lawyers to open up. The Carvalho Consultancy founder Annmarie Carvalho explains the concept
Applied Nutrition confirms plans to list this month October 7, 2024 It will be targeted at institutional investors in the UK as well as retail investors through the Retail Book platform. Following its IPO, the firm is targeting a free float of at least 25 per cent
In defence of ‘Woke Capitalism’ October 2, 2024 DEI schemes are there to improve businesses and equality. What are the opponents of 'woke capitalism' so afraid of, asks Eleanor Kaye.
Cyber incidents are the Achilles heel for major UK CEOs, report finds October 1, 2024 Most UK CEOs experienced some sort of crisis that has hindered businesses, as cyber security incidents and social issues are becoming a headache
Regulator warns firms of new duty to protect workers from sexual harassment September 26, 2024 From next month, employers must take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment of their workers, warned the Equality and Human Rights Commission
Is ESG dead? And if so, who killed it? September 19, 2024 ESG has become increasingly politicised. Has it reached the end of the line? Asks Neil MacLeod
Strix: Kettle safety manufacturer looks for growth in key markets September 18, 2024 Strix saw a jump in revenue during the first half of the year as the kettle manufacturer looks to position itself for continued growth opportunities.
Neurodiversity in business: There’s a ‘generational shift’ underway September 17, 2024 When Dan Harris set up the charity Neurodiversity in Business (NIB) just two years ago, he wanted to create change in an area that hasn’t moved as quickly as other human rights movements. “I set up NIB because I wanted to change the world that my little boy… will be growing up in,” he explained. [...]