UK banks’ costs in focus in 2024 as interest rates go from boon to burden January 1, 2024 UK banks' cost control will be a key focus in 2024 as the tailwind from high interest rates gives way to mounting margin pressure, analysts have told City A.M.
Japanese investor to ditch £500m stake in HS1 and East Midlands Railway December 31, 2023 Mitsubishi HC Capital is reportedly preparing to sell £475m worth of UK rail assets as it steers away from the country's embattled network.
Thai investor eyes Selfridges expansion amid Signa storm December 31, 2023 Central Group is reportedly eyeing more influence over Selfridges amidst a flurry of financial chaos for co-owner Signa.
From a £600m profit to a £1bn loss: The investors who made the most from London-listed firms this year December 31, 2023 The co-founder of fintech Wise has emerged as the top gainer in London's public markets this year, with an average daily gain of over £1.6m.
Three pays out £2bn dividend to Hong Kong-listed owner amid concerns over Vodafone UK merger December 31, 2023 Three UK has shelled out a record dividend of £2bn to its Hong Kong-listed owner, CK Hutchinson, after selling mobile phone masts.
Sunak wanted ‘secret deal’ says Dominic Cummings December 31, 2023 Prime Minister Rishi Sunak reportedly hoped to strike a ‘secret deal’ to help win the next election with Dominic Cummings.
TfL warns tube stations could shut at short notice on New Year’s Eve December 31, 2023 An influx of passengers may close Tube stations later this week, disrupting London's annual New Year's Eve firework display.
Warnings of further delays as Eurostar services restart December 31, 2023 Eurostar speed restrictions and uncertainty surrounding the second tunnel means further disruption is possible, the operator has warned.
Seven things banks will be looking out for in 2024 December 31, 2023 A challenging year is in the offing for lenders – from regulatory reform to fraud crackdowns
Four small business trends to watch out for in 2024 December 31, 2023 What next year holds for entrepreneurs: from growing sales to using AI
