Rachel Reeves’s investment cuts ‘concerning’ and send a ‘worrying signal’ says think tank August 7, 2024 In its latest set of forecasts, the National Institute for Economic and Social Research (NIESR) warned that the new government would fall well short of its growth target unless it lifted public investment.
Are you really better off investing in Manchester property over London? August 7, 2024 It seems a universal truism that Londoners will complain about house prices in the capital, and grumble about not having invested twenty years ago (even when they’re barely mid-twenties themselves). It is true that the housing market is London would have been a brilliant investment in the year 2000: prices have risen by more than [...]
NAD Clinic treatments: A boost for National Wellness Month August 6, 2024 One wellness trend that is continuing to grow momentum is NAD treatments, with Google searches increasing by 21 per cent last year alone.
Strikes: Government confirms it will scrap ‘spiteful’ minimum service levels August 6, 2024 The Minimum Services Act was introduced in 2023 in the midst of an unprecedented wave of strikes across the UK.
Uber reports better-than-expected results as food delivery drives growth August 6, 2024 Uber reported stronger-than-expected second quarter results on expansion in its core business and increased orders for food and trips via membership subscribers. Adjusted earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) at the NYSE-listed company grew by 71 per cent year-on-year to $1.6bn (£1.3bn) in the quarter ended June 30. Monthly active consumers of Uber [...]
Keller: Engineer and HS2 contractor’s shares surge on record profit thanks to ‘Bidenomics’ August 6, 2024 Shares in engineer Keller shot up by over nine per cent at market open on Tuesday, after firm’s profit more than doubled in the first half of the year. Profit before tax at the FTSE 250 constituent, which is the world’s largest specialist in earth and ground engineering and was one of the main contractors [...]
Irwin Mitchell: England Rugby’s legal partner’s profit jumps 45 per cent August 6, 2024 Irwin Mitchell sees revenue and profits jump over the last financial year as it refreshed its strategy as it aims to be "the firm of choice for mid-market corporates"
IWG reports record revenue as workers return to the office August 6, 2024 IWG chief executive, Mark Dixon, has publicly considered switching the Swiss firm's listing to the US this year.
Abrdn records net inflows as fund manager prepares to appoint new chief August 6, 2024 Abrdn has reported improved flows and progress on its cost-saving efforts as the fund manager gears up to appoint a new chief executive.
The fight for B Corp’s soul August 6, 2024 Last month, the French media giant Havas was stripped of its B Corp certifications after signing a global media buying contract with Shell. Ali Lyon explores what the decision means for the industry