FTSE 100 today: London markets set to extend positive streak; trends hinge on US inflation data May 15, 2024 Asian stocks mirrored Wall Street's rally. Sony surged on buyback news. Eyes on US CPI data and Burberry earnings.
Angling Direct hails ‘stellar performance’ as it casts eye on £100m target May 14, 2024 Angling Direct more than doubled its profits following sales reaching record levels in the UK during its latest financial year.
Currys shares soar to 14-month high after electrical retailer raises profit guidance May 14, 2024 Electrical retailer Currys has raised its earnings guidance for the last financial year, expecting a smaller dip in profit compared to the previous year as it enjoyed a return to sales growth in 2024.
Greggs reports bumper sales growth as consumers snap up iced drinks May 14, 2024 Greggs has continued to grow in the first few months of 2024.
London retailers gear up for a return to the high street amid boost in confidence May 14, 2024 Over half of London retailers are gearing up for a return to the high street in what is seen as a sign of positive momentum for the recovering retail sector.
Treasury finalising plans for Natwest share sale to accelerate privatisation May 13, 2024 The Treasury is poised to unveil a multibillion-pound sale of a chunk of its remaining stake in Natwest in the coming weeks in a bid to accelerate its privatisation process and boost retail investment in the UK.
Nadhim Zahawi hired by billionaire Barclay family to chair The Very Group May 13, 2024 Former Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi has been appointed by the billionaire Barclay family to chair The very Group.
FTSE 100 today: London markets set to hold strong in bull rally ahead of UK jobs data May 13, 2024 Asian markets started cautiously, while China's CPI rose for the third month. Investors now await US inflation data and Walmart's earnings.
Sir Paul Smith takes aim at tourist tax as foreign shoppers ditch Mayfair for Milan May 12, 2024 Fashion legend Sir Paul Smith has joined the long list of business figures frustrated by the scrapping of VAT-free shopping for international visitors.
Frasers: Mike Ashley’s high street giant that has confounded its critics May 12, 2024 Frasers Group has managed to buck a general decline in the UK retail sector, thanks largely to a string of savvy acquisitions. What does the future hold for the Mike Ashley-owned group?