Revolut slams Meta for falling ‘woefully short’ in tackling scams October 3, 2024 Fintech giant Revolut has thrown its weight behind calls for social media firms to help reimburse scam victims, calling out Meta’s latest anti-fraud push for falling “woefully short”. The London-based banking app said on Thursday that it was “deeply concerned” Meta’s new UK bank data-sharing programme “does not address what’s required to tackle fraud”. Meta, [...]
BBC cancels Boris Johnson interview after notes shared October 3, 2024 Boris Johnson’s prime-time interview with the BBC has been cancelled after briefing notes were shared with him by presenter Laura Kuenssberg “by mistake”. The former Prime Minister was meant to be interviewed by the former political editor in his first major sit-down since leaving office, to be broadcast on BBC One at 7.30pm on Thursday, [...]
Labour capital gains hike would probably cost Treasury money, experts warn October 3, 2024 As the budget approaches, speculation is mounting that Chancellor Rachel Reeves is planning to reform CGT to help fill an alleged £22bn blackhole in the public finances.
Bank of England survey suggests progress on inflation might be slowing October 3, 2024 The Bank's own decision maker panel (DMP), which surveys business leaders around the country, showed that wage and price pressures were more stubborn than anticipated last month.
Services inflation falls to lowest level since February 2021, survey suggests October 3, 2024 The survey noted that "competitive pressures continued to limit pricing power," which helped to contain inflationary pressures.
Sterling falls as Bailey suggests Bank could become ‘ more activist’ on rate cuts October 3, 2024 The Governor's comments were seen as slightly more dovish than his previous guidance had implied, prompting markets to anticipate further rate cuts in the months ahead.
Tate & Lyle uses new listing rules to bypass vote on Kelco deal October 3, 2024 Tate & Lyle has taken advantage of the City regulator's new listing rules to forgo a shareholder vote to approve its agreed acquisition of CP Kelco, a US speciality ingredients maker.
Telecom Plus: Utility Warehouse provider continues growth streak October 3, 2024 Multi-service utility, internet and insurance firm Telecom Plus has reported a third consecutive year of double-digit growth. The FTSE 250 listed company, which provides energy, broadband, mobile and insurance services through one account, said that just over 1m households were now taking their essential home services from the firm. Telecoms Plus said that its customer [...]
National Grid set to earn windfall from Electricity System Operator sale October 3, 2024 National Grid has said it expects to earn roughly £70m more than previously anticipated from its Electricity System Operator (ESO), which it sold to the government last month.
SSP Group: Upper Crust owner reports ‘significant increase’ in profitability October 3, 2024 The travel food specialist behind Upper Crust SSP Group has reported a boost in revenue, with UK sales supported by demand for air travel and easing rail disruptions. Revenue grew by 17 per cent for the year to 30 September, with full-year operating profit expected to be £210 to £220m, up around 30 per cent [...]