Dell cuts almost 7,000 jobs as computer sales fall February 6, 2023 Dell has revealed plans to axe five per cent of its global workforce amid failed restructuring efforts and falling consumer demand for computers. “This is a difficult decision that was not made lightly, and we’ll support those impacted as they transition to their next opportunity,” a spokesperson for Dell said. Chief operating officer Jeff Clarke [...]
Green energy: Subsidies need planning reform to stop firms being lured by US billions – Wartsila boss February 6, 2023 Subsidies for green energy will only lead to a ramp up of renewables if they are matched with planning reforms, warned Wartsila.
First photos of Bizzarrini Giotto V12 hypercar – due in 2024 February 6, 2023 Reborn Italian marque Bizzarrini has offered a first glimpse of its 'purist' Giotto hypercar, powered by a naturally aspirated V12 engine.
1,900 jobs at risk as clothing chain M&Co bought out of administration and will shutter ALL 170 stores February 6, 2023 The Scottish chain was bought by AK Retail after being put into administration for the second time in December.
Car makers call for EV tax cuts in March Budget to help drive green transition February 6, 2023 Car makers have called on the UK government to implement a raft of tax cuts in the March Budget to help support the transition to electric vehicles. The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) said today that the upcoming budget – which will be announced on 15 March – is a good opportunity to [...]
Analysis: An epidemic of political relevance deprivation February 6, 2023 Liz Truss’s 4,000 word essay, Matt Hancock ironing a tie and Boris Johnson’s American ambitions. Comment & Features Editor Sascha O’Sullivan on the politicians desperately clinging on to relevance.
Rothschild family in £3.3bn bid to take Rothschild & Co private February 6, 2023 The Rothschild family is attempting a buy-out of Rothschild & Co taking the French bank off the public market, in a deal valuing the company at €3.7bn (£3.3bn). In a statement released this morning, Concordia, the holding company of the Rothschild family and the bank’s largest shareholder, said it intends to offer €48.0 per share [...]
Happy Valley: The five best takeaways from series three [spoilers] February 6, 2023 As Catherine Cawood heads off into the sunset – well the Himalayas via her Land Rover – BBC1 viewers everywhere will now be experiencing a massive Happy Valley hole in their lives. But fear not as Sally Wainwright’s – now retired – Sergeant played by Sarah Lancashire lives on, thanks to her one liners, wit [...]
World’s biggest gold miner Newmont tables £14.1bn offer for rival firm Newcrest February 6, 2023 Top gold producer Newmont Corp has made a £14.1bn ($16.9bn) offer for Newcrest Mining to build a global gold behemoth.
Britishvolt: Australian firm Recharge reaches deal to buy collapsed British battery start-up February 6, 2023 Britishvolt is one step closer to a takeover, after its administrator named Recharge Industries as its preferred bidder.
