Lloyds defends return-to-office mandate as staff engagement falls to nine-year low May 16, 2024 Lloyds Banking Group has defended its workplace culture after it experienced a sharp drop in its employee engagement index last year, driven by a "tough" stance on staff returning to the office.
Investment in London’s industrial market slumps to decade low as online sales fades May 16, 2024 Investment into London's industrial market has slumped to a decade low as demand for the likes of warehouse and logistic sites fades following a boom during the pandemic.
Labour hoarding makes life difficult for Bank of England, rate-setter says May 16, 2024 Labour hoarding since the pandemic has helped fuel inflation and could mean rates have to remain high, a Bank of England policymaker said.
Eurostar leaves Brexit woes behind with plans for 50 new trains May 16, 2024 Eurostar has will invest in up to 50 new trains as it ramps up capacity on the Channel Tunnel ahead of a possible new competitor.
Another one? American firm plots London Stock Exchange listing amid signs of revival May 16, 2024 Another firm is reportedly gearing up to float on the London Stock Exchange in the coming weeks as the City begins to show signs of a revival following a barren period for the market.
London City Airport unveils first female chief as expansion plan ruling looms May 16, 2024 London City Airport has announced that former chief operating officer Alison Fitzgerald will take the top job with immediate effect.
‘I always love to squeeze the shorts’: Hedge funds burned as BT shares surge May 16, 2024 Hedge funds have been burned by BT surging share price today.
Keir Starmer: Major UK business chiefs back Labour leader May 16, 2024 Keir Starmer has secured the backing of top business leaders, with the Boots boss and chief executive of housing developer Thakeham endorsing his party today. Their support was unveiled at a rally-style campaign event which saw the Labour leader and his shadow cabinet announce his six pledges which they call their “first steps for change”. [...]
FCA charges reality TV stars for promoting unauthorised trading scheme May 16, 2024 A number of reality TV stars have been charged in relation to promoting an unauthorised foreign exchange trading scheme on social media, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) announced today.
BT shares surge as traders bet giant has turned a corner May 16, 2024 BT Group's profit after tax plummeted 55 per cent after the British telecoms firm wrote down a significant chunk of its business.
