Could AI wipe out middle management? September 8, 2026 To actually make a difference, AI must tackle its problem's weakest link. For corporate structures, this could well mean middle management.
Tillo and Amilon Join to Establish Transatlantic Leadership in Rewards, Incentives and Gift Cards September 8, 2026 Strategic acquisition creates a combined proposition with offices spanning the UK, Italy, Europe and across the globe, positioning the Tillo Group as a global leader in rewards and incentives infrastructure.
Soho Square Capital Backs Strathberry September 8, 2026 Soho Square Capital, an investment firm focused on financing established and growing UK and European SMEs, is pleased to announce a growth investment in Strathberry, the Scottish luxury leather goods brand. This marks Soho Square’s first investment from Soho Square Partnership Capital Fund II. Established in 2013 in Edinburgh by husband-and-wife founders Guy and Leeanne [...]
KBRA Releases Research – European Fibre: From Buildout to Maturity September 8, 2026 KBRA releases research examining the European fibre infrastructure sector’s transition towards a more operationally focused phase as networks move beyond peak construction, as well as key credit trends shaping the next stage of the European fibre market. While rollout and commercial risks have always been central to credit analysis, greater operating history is allowing investors [...]
UK firms slash consulting spend amid rising AI adoption September 8, 2026 British businesses are paring back their spending on consulting firms as they turn to AI for problem-solving, according to City AM’s new Business Spend Pulse. Median spending on consulting fees fell by 1.9 per cent in August compared to last year, the tracker found, despite an overall 2.2 per cent increase in corporate spending. That [...]
James von Moltke Joins Warburg Pincus September 8, 2026 Former President and Chief Financial Officer, Deutsche Bank AG, Joins Warburg Pincus in Europe as a senior advisor and Executive-in-Residence
UK government slashes corporate red tape, cutting paperwork ‘longer than The Hobbit’ September 7, 2026 Ministers have announced sweeping reforms to corporate reporting, aiming to save businesses over £450m annually by ditching “Hobbit-length” paperwork. Under the overhaul, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), including local family firms, will be exempt from certain reporting forms and audits, aiming to save businesses thousands of pounds and hours of administrative work. The Department for [...]
LR Health & Beauty Strengthens Its Management Team With Martin Lipp as New Chief Financial Officer (CFO) September 7, 2026 The LR Health & Beauty GmbH, Europe’s leading social commerce company for high-quality nutritional supplements and beauty products, is strengthening its management team: effective 7 September 2026, Martin Lipp takes over as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and joins the Executive Management Team. In his new role, Martin Lipp will be responsible for Global Controlling & [...]
KBRA Assigns Preliminary Ratings to BUMPER BE GREEN 2026-1 September 7, 2026 KBRA Europe (KBRA) assigns a preliminary rating to the Class A notes to be issued by Bumper BE NV/SA, acting on behalf of its compartment named “Compartiment No.3” (BUMPER BE GREEN 2026-1), a Belgian operating auto lease ABS transaction. Credit enhancement consists of subordination, excess spread and cash reserves. BUMPER BE GREEN 2026-1 will be [...]
UK jobs seekers rise despite recovery in permanent hiring September 7, 2026 Rising redundancies and heightened employment insecurity drove a sharp increase in UK job seekers in August despite the permanent hiring market showing its first signs of recovery in nearly four years. Total staff availability rose at its fastest rate in three months as Brits hunting for roles flooded the market. This influx was triggered by [...]