Proxy backlash: City anger at firms trying to limit exec payouts April 9, 2024 So-called proxy advisers are facing mounting anger in the City after urging shareholders to reject the paypackets of executives at two FTSE 100 firms.
FTSE 100 today: London markets brace for quiet session ahead of US inflation data, Q1 earnings April 9, 2024 US stocks closed mixed, while Asian markets climbed. Oil prices rose, and most Asian currencies weakened against the dollar. Precious metals surged. Investors are now focusing on upcoming US inflation data and Federal Reserve minutes following a strong March jobs report.
Abrdn boss cries ‘corporate bullying’ over name mocking April 8, 2024 Abrdn's chief investment officer has complained that the company is facing "corporate bullying" by the media due to its name.
Betting and Gaming Council drafts in former Entain boss who rallied against ‘problem gambling’ as chief April 8, 2024 In her role at Entain, Hurst has previously said that "gambling isn’t the problem – problem gambling is the problem".
Shell looking at “all options” on “undervalued” London listing April 8, 2024 Wael Sawan, the head of the largest company on the FTSE 100, described London as an "undervalued location".
JPMorgan chief Jamie Dimon warns of ‘stickier inflation and higher rates’ as markets trim Fed bets April 8, 2024 Jamie Dimon, the long-serving chief executive of JPMorgan Chase, has warned that higher government spending could result in stickier-than-expected inflation and higher interest rates in the US.
How Can Businesses Utilise Sport To Enhance Their Workforce? April 8, 2024 In today’s fast-paced working world, prioritising employee health and wellbeing has become more critical than ever for organisations looking to attract and retain the best talent for their business. One of the most effective ways to achieve this is by introducing sporting initiatives and events to the workplace and culture. Encouraging physical activity brings with [...]
‘All the DJs have left Berlin!’ Riaz Phillips interviews Mickey Down April 8, 2024 Food writer and author Riaz Phillips interviews his old flatmate and fellow Oxford University grad Mickey Down, the co-creator of Industry
UK economy: ‘Worst is behind us’ as optimism among finance bosses rises again April 8, 2024 With inflation falling fast and interest rates likely to be cut in a matter of months, CFOs are much more confident about their business prospects than is normally the case.
Coffee shops and skyscrapers: The success of the Square Mile should concern us all April 8, 2024 The Square Mile fosters an unbreakable bond between people and place - as well as acting as the engine of the UK's national economy, writes Chris Hayward