The starter gun has been fired on moving trade into the 21st Century September 20, 2023 The Electronic Trade Documents Act came into force today, enabling all companies using English law to remove paper and transition to a system where transactions can be fully paperless.
FCA warns insurance firms to make sure they are offering fair value September 20, 2023 The City regulator has given firms producing a type of add-on insurance to motor cover an ultimatum to demonstrate they are providing fair value.
The Business Case For ESG September 20, 2023 “Let’s get real”, says Daniel Jeczmien, co-founder and CEO of Omnevue, an online ESG accounting platform. “ESG is not about saving the planet. It’s about using new datasets to drive investment in businesses that have longevity – sustainable profitability.Jeczmien should know. The businessman began his career in marketing, as did his co-founder, Dr Marc Lepere, [...]
Bitcoin maintains level as investors keep an eye on key interest rate decision September 20, 2023 Bitcoin continues to trade above $27k, up by 0.9%, this morning as all eyes are on the Federal Reserve Bank’s interest rate decision later.
UK house prices rise 0.6 per cent in July but London continues pullback September 20, 2023 UK house prices increased by 0.6 per cent on average in the 12 months to July 2023, down from a revised 1.9 per cent in June 2023.
Commodities trader Trafigura revamps senior leadership September 20, 2023 Global commodities trader Trafigura has reshuffled some of its senior leadership positions, putting more weight on energy.
Boutique bank Close Brothers expands in Ireland with Bluestone Motor Finance takeover September 20, 2023 The deal, announced this morning in a regulatory announcement, is expected to complete in the fourth quarter of this year. The value of the deal was not disclosed.
‘Not a great look for UK PLC’: Sunak watering down green pledges ‘undermines’ UK investment September 20, 2023 Rishi Sunak's watering down on green pledges on boilers and motor vehicles risks UK investor confidence, warned industry bosses.
Disney shares dip after it doubles park investment September 20, 2023 Shares in Disney have slipped more than 3.6 per cent after the Mickey Mouse creator announced plans to double investment in its theme parks.
FTSE 100 close: London markets rise after inflation surprise raises prospect of rates being left on hold September 20, 2023 The FTSE 100 climbed 0.6 per cent to trade at 7,705.34 while the FTSE 250 rose 1.2 per cent to hit 18,655.75.
