Bare-bnb? New logo accused of being a bit rude July 17, 2014 When Airbnb launched its rebranded logo in San Francisco a few nights ago, the accommodation firm knew it would get a fair bit of attention. But it couldn’t have anticipated that the new logo would be trending at number one on Twitter for eight hours. But is was. And why? Well, people think it’s a [...]
Ice cream van whips up a queue at Lloyd’s July 17, 2014 Brokers upgraded their advice on ice cream and cold drinks to “buy” yesterday as temperatures in London hit 29⁰C. With temperatures expected to break through 30⁰C today, City workers, like these outside the Lloyd’s Building yesterday, will once again be queueing up for some relief from the heat.
Best of the Brokers for 18 July 2014 July 17, 2014 To appear in Best of the Brokers, email your research to notes@cityam.com ROYAL MAIL Beaufort Securities has upgraded the mail group to “buy” from “hold”, with a target price at 560p. The broker believes Royal Mail continues to exhibit steady operational performance, with growth in the European and UK parcel market providing a strong opportunity [...]
London Report: West’s sanctions on Russia and Malaysia jet crash hit FTSE July 17, 2014 BRITISH airline shares fell sharply yesterday on news that a Malaysian Airline Boeing 777 had been shot down over eastern Ukraine. The FTSE 100 finished 46.35 points down, or 0.68 per cent, on 6,738.32, while gold added $20 to $1,322 an ounce on increased tensions caused by the west’s tougher sanctions on Russia. British Airways [...]
New York Report: Global crisis fears rock Dow July 17, 2014 Rising geopolitical risks sparked by a downed Malaysia Airlines jet over Ukraine and an Israeli ground offensive in the Gaza strip yesterday dragged down American markets. The Dow Jones industrial average fell 161.39 points, or 0.9 per cent, to 16,976.81, after closing at a record 17,138.20 on Wednesday. The S&P 500 dropped 23.45, or 1.2 [...]
18 July on this day… July 17, 2014 1976: James Hunt calls for champagne after winning the British Grand Prix at Brands Hatch 38 years ago. Hunt went on to win the world championship and his famous battle with Niki Lauda that season would become the subject of the 2013 film Rush. Hunt had originally been disqualified at Brands Hatch after a first-corner crash [...]
Debuchy eyes Gunners glory July 17, 2014 FRANCE full-back Mathieu Debuchy is looking forward to helping FA Cup winners Arsenal to further success after completing a £10m move from Newcastle. Debuchy, 28, is Arsene Wenger’s second signing of the summer and a direct replacement for Bacary Sagna, who has joined Manchester City. “I’m very proud to be joining a great club like [...]
Valencia signing threat to Carroll July 17, 2014 WEST Ham’s record signing Andy Carroll could find his place under threat after the club completed a £12m deal for Ecuador striker Enner Valencia. Hammers boss Sam Allardyce fought off stiff competition to sign Valencia from Pachuca following an impressive World Cup, where he scored all three of his side’s goals. Valencia, 25, has played as [...]
Stokes hopeful England batters can pile on runs July 17, 2014 ENGLAND all-rounder Ben Stokes is targeting a fast start to day two of the second Test against India at Lord’s. A century from Ajinkya Rahane was the highlight for the tourists as they ended the opening day on 290-9 after fighting back from 145-7 as England failed to fully capitalise on a pitch ripe for [...]
Bishopsgate: The City’s latest market, in pictures July 16, 2014 City workers made the most of the sun yesterday, visiting the new market on Bishopsgate, under the shadow of the Heron Tower. The pop-up market comprised of a number of campers selling freshly cooked lunch to City workers; a selection of food and seats provided in the sun ensured there was a brisk trade [...]
