Runescape developer Jagex acquired by private equity backer of Six Nations CVC in deal worth £910m February 9, 2024 RuneScape developer Jagex has been acquired by the private equity backer of Six Nations Rugby, CVC from Carlyle Group for £910m. Jagex, which launched in 2000, is primarily known for Runescape and Old School Runescape and is headquartered in Cambridge with around 700 employees. Throughout its more than 20-year history, RuneScape has drawn over 300m [...]
Labour set to scrap £28bn green investment pledge today February 8, 2024 Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer is today set to scrap the party's £28bn green investment pledge after weeks of speculation.
Mark Kleinman: His weekly column on Arrival, the CBI and Rishi’s latest wheeze February 8, 2024 Mark Kleinman is Sky News’ City Editor and the man who gets the Square Mile talking, He writes a weekly column for City A.M. To travel well, it’s said, is better than to arrive. Try telling that to shareholders in Arrival, the New York-listed (would-be) electric van manufacturer, whose journey hitching a ride since it [...]
Yodel addresses sale talk as potential buyer emerges February 7, 2024 Delivery group Yodel has addressed reports that its owners have accelerated their plans to find a buyer.
Where to watch Super Bowl 2024 in London, from pubs to restaurants February 6, 2024 Where to watch the Super Bowl 2024 in London
Treasury could launch Natwest retail sell-off as soon as June, UKGI confirms February 6, 2024 The Treasury could begin selling its shares in Natwest as soon as June, the body for government investments has confirmed.
Police ‘not able to progress’ with 11 out of 12 CBI misconduct claims February 6, 2024 The City of London Police has said it is “not able to progress further criminally” with 11 out of 12 allegations of serious misconduct made against the Confederation of British Industry (CBI).
Minister insists military is ‘ready’ after report warns UK too weak for war with Russia February 4, 2024 A government minister has insisted the UK’s military services “are ready to be there” after a report claimed Britain was too weak to conduct a war with Russia.
JD Sports-backed supplement maker mulls £1bn London float February 4, 2024 A sports supplement maker part-owned by JD Sports Fashion is plotting a £1bn London float, according to reports.
Superdry share price soars over 100 per cent as Julian Dunkerton mulls takeover February 2, 2024 Superdry shares soared over 100 per cent this morning after boss and co-founder Julian Dunkerton revealed he is in talks over a possible takeover deal to rescue the troubled fashion brand. The firm told investors this morning Dunkerton is “engaged in discussions with potential financing partners” over a possible takeover offer for the business”. “These [...]