Greggs reports bumper sales growth as consumers snap up iced drinks May 14, 2024 Greggs has continued to grow in the first few months of 2024.
Vodafone turnaround shows progress as it sweats on Three UK merger decision May 14, 2024 Vodafone’s recently-sold Italian and Spanish divisions were offloaded so the company could focus on its better performing businesses.
Bank of England interest rate cuts on a knife edge as wage growth comes in hot May 14, 2024 The figures are the first in a series of data releases that will determine whether the Bank of England is able to cut interest rates in June.
Crypto market sentiment declines as Bitcoin continues to consolidate May 14, 2024 It has been two months since Bitcoin’s latest all-time high. After rising over 370% in 16 months, Bitcoin is taking a well-deserved breather. Before this period of consolidation, discussions suggested that this cycle might be "left-truncated" and could end much earlier than previous ones. The idea particularly gained traction as Bitcoin surpassed its previous all-time highs before the halving. Now, it seems the excitement of the previous run has faded with market sentiment also declining.
London retailers gear up for a return to the high street amid boost in confidence May 14, 2024 Over half of London retailers are gearing up for a return to the high street in what is seen as a sign of positive momentum for the recovering retail sector.
Why profit with purpose is more than a buzzword for this entrepreneur May 14, 2024 Profit with purpose is more than a buzzword for Tessa Clarke’s fast-growing food recycling business — and Ambition A.M.'s latest founder profile takes a look at why.
London Stock Exchange defends deregulation drive after pension group’s warning May 14, 2024 The London Stock Exchange has defended its deregulation drive today after a top pension group sounded the alarm over the lobbying activities of a City taskforce led by the exchange's chief executive Julia Hoggett.
The UK is out of recession – but it’s far too soon to celebrate May 14, 2024 While the UK's exit from recession is welcome news, structural problems will continue to stymie economic growth for years to come if they are not addressed soon, Chris Dorrell writes
Powerful principles to drive better mental health at work May 14, 2024 Given the profound human impact and phenomenal cost to businesses, it has become more important than ever for leaders to develop effective and proactive strategies to support their people.
When the drugs don’t work: How the UK became addicted to antidepressants May 14, 2024 Almost one in four adults are being prescribed antidepressants, but they are not as effective as was once believed, writes Lucy Kenningham