Secure Trust Bank shrugs off economic headwinds as it recovers from 2023 May 16, 2024 Secure Trust Bank has reported swelling loan and deposit books as the lender aims to reach £4bn in net lending and grow its profits after a challenging 2023.
Inactivity, productivity and jobs: London’s economic disparities revealed in five graphs May 15, 2024 London is the powerhouse of the UK economy, but within London there are considerable differences on economic performance.
Former Dragons’ Den star Theo Paphitis targets first Boux Avenue profits May 15, 2024 Former Dragons' Den star Theo Paphitis is targeting a first ever profit for his lingerie stores chain Boux Avenue despite its losses widening.
Ray-Ban owner blames wet British summer for slower sales May 15, 2024 "One of the wettest summers in recent history" dimmed the rise in sales at the owner of Ray-Ban in 2023, it has been revealed.
Shawbrook Bank delivers steady lending growth as specialist focus pays off May 15, 2024 Specialist lender Shawbrook has reported an increase in loans and deposits as it steps up its challenge to the big banks.
Experian: Strong consumer spending and mortgage demand drive solid growth May 15, 2024 Experian's growth was boosted by a recovery in the US mortgage market towards the end of 2023.
Why Labour was always going to have to compromise on workers’ rights May 15, 2024 News that Labour is redrafting some of its pledges to transform workers’ rights is a sign the party is preparing to take the duty of governing seriously, Jessica Frank-Keyes writes
Evelyn Partners continues streak of inflows in rare asset management success story May 14, 2024 Evelyn Partners recorded a rare success story in the asset management industry, bringing in £300m in new money over the first quarter of 2024. The wealth management and accountancy firm recorded assets under management of £61.8bn by 31 March, up from £59.1bn at the start of the year thanks largely to strong performance. Market movement [...]
Marston’s optimistic for Euros summer as profit rises on beer and pub grub May 14, 2024 The outlet which operates 1,395 pubs across the country told markets this morning it had posted an increase in revenue and profit for the 26 weeks up to 30 March, as sales outperformed the market.
Virgin Money reports ‘subdued market’ for mortgage lending as higher rates put off borrowers May 14, 2024 Virgin Money has reported lending growth across its target areas but a downtick in mortgage balances as it prepares for a mega merger with Nationwide.