Computacenter: Record year for London firm as large IT businesses splash out on tech March 20, 2024 Computacenter reported a seven per cent increase in revenue, reaching £6.9bn, while gross profit rose over 10 per cent to surpass £1bn.
Minister: Cyber brings ‘risks we can’t ignore’ with UK firms still vulnerable March 20, 2024 Three quarters of medium and large sized businesses were hit by a cyber attack in the past year, according to new government figures.
London rents: Good news – historically high rates are only going up a little bit March 20, 2024 The rate at which rental costs are rising have slowed, but prices still remain at their most expensive when compared to earnings in over a decade, according to a new report by Zoopla.
Why the London mayoral election could be closer than you think March 20, 2024 As the London Mayoral election inches closer, Jessica Frank-Keyes takes a closer look at whether Sadiq Khan can secure a third term
SEC committed “gross abuse of power” according to Utah judge March 20, 2024 As Bitcoin makes a lower low and tries to find an area of demand, it seems the investment phrase “sell in May and go away” is being front run. Is this the beginning of a period of consolidation for crypto after several months of “up only?” Or, are markets simply de-risking ahead of today’s Federal Reserve meeting to determine interest rates?
Home REIT: Serious Fraud Office probing whether fund managers misled the market March 20, 2024 The Serious Fraud Office has opened inquiries into the scandal-hit social housing firm Home REIT and is probing whether its former fund managers misled the market, City A.M. has learned.
City firms face increasing regulatory burden from post-Brexit overhauls March 20, 2024 City firms are facing increased regulatory pressure, according to new data shared exclusively with City A.M., as the UK and EU diverge on financial services rules.
UK drivers priced out of owning Chinese electric cars due to ‘sky high’ insurance costs March 20, 2024 The UK insurance industry is facing “real challenges” in covering Chinese electric vehicles, as sales of the models surge in the West.
FTSE 100 today: Inflation data and US Fed policy decision to set footsie’s course March 20, 2024 Asia's markets were mixed, while China’s central bank maintained steady loan prime rates. The rally of Bitcoin and Ether takes a breather. Investors focus on UK inflation data and the upcoming US Federal Reserve meeting for insights on future interest rate policies.
‘Anxiety drug’ pregabalin addiction surge sparks pleas for mental health support March 19, 2024 Pregabalin, sold under the brand names Lyrica, Alzain and Axalid, has been linked to nearly 3,400 deaths in Britain in the last five years.
