Bayliss: England have an exciting one-day future September 13, 2015 ENGLAND coach Trevor Bayliss has predicted a bright limited-overs future for his side despite a disappointing climax to the one-day series which saw Australia canter to an eight-wicket victory in the decisive clash at Emirates Old Trafford yesterday. The hosts slumped to 138 all out in just 33 overs, although their chances of recovering from [...]
Mauricio Pochettino backs goal-shy Harry Kane to end Spurs drought September 13, 2015 Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino has backed goal-shy striker Harry Kane to rediscover his goalscoring touch after drawing another blank as his side lifted the burden of a winless start against Sunderland yesterday. The visitors snatched victory through Ryan Mason inside the final 10 minutes, as the midfielder notched the second Premier League goal of his [...]
EU migrant crisis: Don’t close the borders – why Germany needs the refugees September 13, 2015 “Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses, yearning to breathe free” – Inscription on the Statue of Liberty Having so recently played the part of the hard-hearted, skinflint uncle to a tee in the Greek crisis, it has been a profoundly pleasant surprise to see Germany behave in such a generous manner [...]
EU refugee crisis: From migration to capital movements – the City thrives on openness to the world September 13, 2015 A 2,000 mile round trip to Lithuania, quickly followed by another round trip of 7,000 miles to Washington, means that I will be spending a large part of this coming week travelling. But this time spent up in the air gives me a good opportunity to reflect on the challenges and opportunities that the City [...]
Jeremy Corbyn’s win is a disaster for Labour but the counter-revolution may come sooner than you think September 13, 2015 Jeremy Corbyn’s election as leader is a disaster for the Labour Party. It’s a particular disaster for those who believe that a party should select a leader who is a potential General Election winner and credible Prime Minister. And that a positive relationship with the businesses who create wealth and jobs, and pay the taxes [...]
As Goldman Sachs warns that the price of oil could fall to $20 a barrel, is the US shale revolution over? September 13, 2015 Peter Kiernan, lead analyst for energy at The Economist Intelligence Unit, says Yes. US shale oil growth between 2011 and 2014 was spectacular, causing total US crude oil output to grow by an annual average of 1m barrels a day during those years. But this was when prices were high. Production growth has slowed this year, [...]
The bookies’ view September 11, 2015 Normal service resumes this weekend as the Premier League returns and we wave goodbye to the Euro 2016 qualifiers for another month – and we at Sportingbet HQ can breathe a collective sigh of relief! The last few days have been a disaster for us as we got our pants well and truly pulled down [...]
AIM-listed Gemfields announces $22.5m worth of deals in Colombian emerald mining projects September 11, 2015 Leading coloured gemstone producer Gemfields is expanding its emerald business to Latin America. The AIM-listed company said yesterday that it had acquired two new projects for mining the green gemstone in Colombia in deals worth $22.5m (£14.5m). Gemfields chief executive Ian Harebottle said yesterday that the firm was “delighted” about entering Colombia, calling it a [...]
Lidl plots London expansion drive with 280 stores September 11, 2015 German discounter Lidl is going after London middle class shoppers with plans to open a huge swathe of stores in upmarket boroughs, including Notting Hill and Mayfair. The retailer, which has been rapidly gaining market share, yesterday announced ambitious plans to open 280 stores in London and the M25 area. The areas it [...]
Next share price: Sales rise but clothing retailer warns of national living wage costs September 11, 2015 Next warned yesterday the government’s so-called national living wage – a pay rise for over-25’s currently on the minimum wage – will cost the firm £27m each year as it revealed its half-year results. The clothing chain said next year’s hike will cost the business just £2m but thereafter the increases will be much [...]
