EY appoints veteran Anna Anthony as new UK boss October 1, 2024 Big Four firm EY has appointed Anna Anthony as its next UK and Ireland regional managing partner, replacing Hywel Ball
Cyber incidents are the Achilles heel for major UK CEOs, report finds October 1, 2024 Most UK CEOs experienced some sort of crisis that has hindered businesses, as cyber security incidents and social issues are becoming a headache
Smaller firms eye chunk of Big Four’s audit work with uptick in clients September 30, 2024 Non-Big Four firms have experienced an uptick on audit work across FTSE 250 and all main market clients, as competition with the audit giants continues
UK growth revised down to 0.5 per cent in second quarter September 30, 2024 Liz McKeown, ONS director of economic statistics, said the updated figures included new survey data, VAT returns and updated information about the size of different industries.
HSBC considers naming first female CFO in bank’s 159-year history September 24, 2024 HSBC is reportedly considering naming its first female chief financial officer in its 159-year history, with Pam Kaur said to be a favourite for one of the top jobs at Europe's biggest bank.
UK economy: After a busy week, the foundations look solid September 20, 2024 With inflation low and further rate cuts to come the UK economy remains on relatively solid foundations.
Government borrowing jumps as threat of tax hikes grows September 20, 2024 The figures come just over a month before Rachel Reeves delivers her first Budget as Chancellor.
Big Four under pressure as government looks to slash £5.4bn consultant bill September 19, 2024 The UK government should review opportunities for further insourcing in management consultancy, a top think tank has urged, putting more pressure on the Big Four firms as Labour seeks to cut spending.
Why the Bank of England will hold interest rates tomorrow September 18, 2024 The firm consensus is for the Bank of England to hold rates tomorrow, but this will not prevent a further cut in November.
Labour’s agenda risks serious economic damage September 16, 2024 Labour ministers, and even large parts of the public, might not shed a tear over the loss of these remote, almost abstract, purveyors of high-end financial services, but they should.