More billionaires, less poverty – this isn’t a zero sum game, no matter what Oxfam claim January 16, 2024 German historian, sociologist and author Rainer Zitelmann argues billionaires and poverty are not involved in a zero-sum battle
Moving markets: Five things shaping the FTSE 100 today January 16, 2024 Asian stocks decline, the greenback strengthens, and oil prices surge amidst rising Middle East tensions. Focus sharpens on the UK labor market data.
UK bosses much more optimistic about 2024 than last year, PwC survey suggests January 15, 2024 PwC's annual global CEO survey showed that 39 per cent of UK bosses expect the economy to improve in 2024, up from just nine per cent last year.
Why Suez Canal disruption may not have a huge impact on inflation January 15, 2024 Disruption in the Suez Canal has caused widespread concern over the impact on inflation. However, the cause of those fears might not be justified.
Kids Planet adds more than 1,500 jobs as childcare giant’s turnover passes £100m January 15, 2024 Kids Planet added over 1,500 employees during a year in which the childcare giant's turnover surged past the £100m mark, it has been revealed.
Rail strikes: Fresh action to cause misery for millions into February January 15, 2024 Train drivers have announced fresh strikes and an overtime ban at the end of the month, in a blow to recent progress in the national dispute.
EMEA M&A Outlook: Optimism and Opportunity January 15, 2024 M&A in the EMEA region seemed to have bottomed out in Q1 2023 and H2 slowed after a bustling Q2. But the outlook remains relatively optimistic and opportunities appear to be out there for dealmakers this year. Factors affecting M&A The past year saw multiple interest rate hikes, and the European Central Bank’s (ECB) efforts [...]
Sykes Seafood’s sales jump by £100m as headcount grows – but profits narrow January 15, 2024 Turnover jumped by more than £100m at Sykes Seafood during its latest financial year which also saw its headcount spike.
Ashmore: Emerging markets set for resurgence as interest rate cuts loom January 15, 2024 London-listed asset manager Ashmore said emerging markets could be set for a rebound this year after the prospect of interest rate cuts helped boost its investment performance in the final three months of last year.
A sign of the times: Pawnbroker Ramsdens cheers ‘milestone’ year as cash-strapped Brits flog valuables January 15, 2024 Pawnbroker Ramsdens recorded ‘milestone’ full year profits as it was helped by Brits flogging their goods amid the cost of living crisis.