Homebase could be on the market again after £1 sale February 27, 2024 Homebase could reportedly be put up for sale again after it was sold for £1 to Hilco Capital back in 2018. A number of parties have reportedly held talks with the restructuring giant about snapping up the garden chain including The Range and B&M Bargains. It was reported by The Times that there was speculation [...]
Audit watchdog set to shake-up stewardship code to focus on ‘growth’ February 27, 2024 The audit watchdog is set to shake up the so-called stewardship code governing the UK’s top investors as pressure mounts on regulators to strip back red tape and support “growth and the UK’s competitiveness”.
Why there’s nothing quite like a local wine bar February 26, 2024 In a city blessed with thousands of pubs and bars, don't forget about the singular joy of the local wine bar
Robinhood rival Public.com shuttering UK business just eight months after launch February 26, 2024 Robinhood rival Public.com is shuttering its UK business just nine months after launch, the firm has told its customers today.
Citi poaches top JPMorgan investment banker to head up new division February 26, 2024 Citigroup has appointed JPMorgan Chase veteran Vis Raghavan to head up its new banking division as the Wall Street giant embarks on a mammoth restructuring.
Covid unicorn Hopin enters liquidation as it moves head office to US February 26, 2024 Tech unicorn Hopin, which was once worth $7.75bn, has entered liquidation less than a year after it sold off its titular events platform.
Slumping profits, massive writedowns and a crumbling valuation – what’s happening with Anglo American? February 26, 2024 Anglo American is struggling from falling diamond and platium prices as well as instability in South Africa.
Ofwat blasted for allowing struggling water firms to not employ auditors February 26, 2024 The firms together provide water and sewage services to around 3.7m UK customers.
Politicians promising growth must not forget about financial services February 26, 2024 In a recession, the UK should remember its greatest strength: financial services, argues Chris Hayward
Moving markets: Five things shaping the FTSE 100 today February 26, 2024 Asian markets were mixed as investors awaited inflation data, while oil prices extended their decline. The week ahead promises a flurry of retail and technology earnings reports, offering insights into sector performance and economic trends.