Yen on brink of breaching ‘psychological barrier’ as Bank of Japan poised to intervene June 24, 2024 The Japanese yen is at risk of passing the psychological barrier of 160 per dollar as markets prepare for the country's central bank to intervene in an effect to prop up the currency, as it has in the past.
Bodycare edges toward the black as it reveals huge expansion plans June 24, 2024 Toiletries retailer Bodycare has revealed plans to open 40 new stores in the south of England as it edged closer to returning to the black during its latest financial year, according to new documents.
Pets at Home launches £25m share buyback programme amid slow sales growth June 24, 2024 Pets at Home's share buyback will be undertaken in two phases, the first of which begins today and ends before September 27, 2024, and follows £100m in completed buybacks over the last two years.
Myprotein and Frasers Group team up to boost in store sales June 24, 2024 The company behind fitness supplement maker Myprotein has revealed a new partnership with Mike Ashley's Frasers Group which will see its products available in store at Sports Direct.
Week ahead: US inflation data could bolster case for Fed rate cut in September June 23, 2024 The US Federal Reserve's preferred measure of inflation is expected to show its coolest monthly reading since late 2023, offering hope that policymakers could start lowering interest rates in September.
Currys and AO World to shed light on consumer demand for home upgrades June 21, 2024 Investors will get a glimpse into whether consumers are loosening their budgets and upgrading their homes when AO World and Currys report on their yearly profits.
Retail sales blow past expectations in sign UK economy is on the turn June 21, 2024 UK retail sales rebounded last month, according to fresh data, after a rainy April saw a slump in high street spending.
FTSE 100 today: Blue-chip index set to break five-week losing streak June 21, 2024 Asian markets declined alongside Wall Street, while gold aimed for a second weekly gain. All eyes are on global PMI data and UK retail sales.
Sainsbury’s Bank sale marks end of an era for supermarkets June 20, 2024 Sainsbury's has agreed to sell most of its banking arm to Natwest, in a deal that will see the supermarket pay the lender £125m.
Hargreaves Lansdown survived its previous boss – private equity will be just fine, says co-founder June 20, 2024 Every week, Charlie Conchie sits down with the biggest names in financial services. This week, it's Hargreaves Lansdown co-founder Peter Hargreaves.