Light freight handling could reach 20m parcels if Thames’ potential unlocked February 9, 2022 When it comes to light freight handling, the River Thames has a lot of untapped potential which needs only to be unlocked, said a new research. Commissioned by the Thames Estuary Growth Board and the Port of London Authority, the ‘Light Freight on the River Thames’ report highlighted that using the river to handle 20 [...]
Hunting for “10 baggers” – how the UK beat the US February 9, 2022 The ups and downs of US technology stocks dominate headlines. Before this year’s tech correction it would have been hard to miss the news, for instance, that Apple’s market capitalisation had exceeded $3 trillion. That was not too far short of the entire value of the UK stock market. What is less well known, however, [...]
EN+ Group reports steady progress amid inflationary pressures February 9, 2022 En+ Group has reported stable operational results in its full-year trading update amid global inflationary pressures.
Barratt boss confirms over 200 buildings fall under cladding safety review February 9, 2022 The boss of housebuilder Barratt has confirmed that more than 200 legacy properties fall within its safety review in a bid to fix the UK’s cladding crisis. Chief executive David Thomas said the company was in talks with government around its plans to get housebuilders to fork out the cash to undergo safety works on [...]
Smurfit Kappa wraps up full-year with €913m profit and dividend hike February 9, 2022 Packaging giant Smurfit Kappa has reported full-year profits before income tax of €913m, a 22 per cent boost on last year.
The Souvenir Part II review: Indie darling gets a well-deserved sequel February 9, 2022 The Souvenir, released in 2019, became an art house favourite, offering a coming-of-age drama that wasn’t afraid to take a different perspective. Independent films rarely get the chance for a sequel, but director Joanna Hogg’s searing look at artistry and toxic love demanded another chapter. Part II once again stars Honor Swinton Byrne as Julie, [...]
Parallel Mothers review: Another glorious Pedro Almodovar movie February 9, 2022 For reasons unrelated to cinema, it feels like an age since we last saw a new film by Pedro Almodovar. In reality, it’s only been a couple of years since his Oscar-nominated love letter to creativity Pain and Glory, which proved the Spanish filmmaking legend shows no signs of losing his edge. His new film, [...]
PZ Cussons adjusted profit declines as headwinds cause Carex sales slump February 9, 2022 Personal healthcare manufacturer PZ Cussons has registered a 9.6 per cent decline in profit after subsidiary Carex reported an easing of demand for personal hygiene products. In the half year ended 30 November, the group’s adjusted operating profit went down to £32.9m while sales slumped 9.3 per cent to £283.7m. Earnings per share also dropped [...]
Grainger’s occupancy rates remain ahead of expectations February 9, 2022 Grainger's occupancy rates have risen to 97 per cent, ahead of expectations, according to its latest trading update.
Dunelm reports record profits as macroeconomic troubles leave group unscathed February 9, 2022 Home furnishing giant Dunelm reported today record profits, as it managed to emerge unscathed from the impact of Omicron, supply chain issues and inflationary surges. In the six months ended 25 December, Dunelm announced a £140.8m profits before tax, 25.3 per cent up on last year’s £112.4m. The group’s gross margin went up 80 basis [...]
