COP28: Five things to watch out for as the global climate conference starts in Dubai November 29, 2023 While some cynics may look at it as a talking shop where not enough discussion leads to action, it does offer a chance for thought-leaders to co-ordinate.
Deutsche Bank: Boss says firm is finally ‘robust’ but needs to do ‘better job’ explaining investment bank November 29, 2023 Deutsche Bank chief executive Christian Sewing has said he wants to "reward the shareholders" on the back of cost reductions but noted continued market uncertainty over the firm's investment banking business.
Small businesses to be front of the queue for government contracts if Labour elected November 29, 2023 Jonathan Reynolds he unveiled Labour’s Plan for Small Business, Reynolds told firms: “We know that government itself ought to be a better customer to small business.
OECD: UK economy faces “urgent” challenges as growth downgraded and inflation remains high November 29, 2023 New forecasts from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) project the UK economy to grow at 0.7 per cent next year and 1.2 per cent in 2025.
Charlie Munger, Buffett pal and investment legend, dies aged 99 November 29, 2023 Charlie Munger passed away aged 99, leaving a huge hole in the investment community
Bermuda to London: Hunt plots move to supercharge London insurance market November 29, 2023 The Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, announced in his Autumn Statement that the Government plans to consult on a new framework to encourage the establishment of captive insurance companies in the UK.
Our theories of growth are broken — ‘do good’ businesses will boost Britain November 29, 2023 We've exhausted the other options for growth, it's time to embrace a purpose-led economy, writes Andrew O'Brien.
Topps Tiles cautions over sliding sales as annual profits slump November 28, 2023 Topps Tiles cautioned over a “weakening of discretionary consumer spending” that is impacting trading so far in its new financial year, with like-for-like Topps Tiles sales down 6.1% in the first eight weeks.
Euan Blair interview: Is Multiverse’s educational mission a reality? November 28, 2023 Euan Blair's educational firm Multiverse now makes the majority of its revenues from upskilling employees already in work. Has it abandoned its original mission?
The man behind the Elizabeth Line: Building in the UK is “tough” November 28, 2023 MTR Corporation's UK chief sits down with City A.M. to discuss the Elizabeth Line and what British rail needs to get back to its best.