Oil watchdogs raise outlooks amidst Israel-Palestine uncertainty November 14, 2023 Global oil markets are creeping back to confidence as two energy watchdogs cast a positive light on the sector this week.
FTSE 100 reshuffle: M&S in, Abrdn out, but who else is coming and going? August 29, 2023 As the reshuffle of the FTSE 100 index approaches, several firms are vying for a coveted spot among the UK's top-tier stocks.
New FCA rules to prevent management companies to benefit from claims linked to customers they disadvantaged June 7, 2022 New rules preventing claims management companies (CMCs) from being paid to help in cases where they are connected to a customer losing out in the first place will come into force next month. The changes, introduced from July 7, ban firms from carrying out regulated claims management activity in certain circumstances. Claims management “phoenixing” has [...]
Lush posts huge loss but hopes SpongeBob SquarePants and Barbie deals can turn fortunes around May 17, 2024 Lush is seeking the help of SpongeBob SquarePants and Barbie to help it boost sales and return to profit.
University spinouts could be the answer to the UK’s growth problem August 20, 2024 University spinouts are vital to retain the UK’s innovation crown, writes Simon Bumfrey, tech chief at HSBC Innovation Banking UK.
Eurozone business confidence picks up as bloc stages recovery August 28, 2020 Eurozone businesses became more confident about the economy in August as the bloc gradually recovered from the fallout of the coronavirus pandemic, according to new survey data. The closely watched Eurozone economic sentiment indicator rose 5.3 points to 87.7 in August, the European Commission said today. However, sentiment remained well below its long term average, [...]
Starmer fails to appease North Sea industry amid fears of investment cliff edge June 20, 2023 Keir Starmer's decision to honour oil and gas permits issued under the Conservative government failed to win over the North Sea industry
Letters: Steer clear of risky debt April 11, 2022 [Re: Shoppers turn to buy now, pay later amid cost of living crunch, March 21] Buy now pay later is quickly changing the face of consumer finance. If used in the right way, the benefits it can bring to consumers are enormous. But – and it is a big “but” – this is no ordinary [...]
Chefs spy light at end of Covid tunnel after Sunak budget March 3, 2021 Chefs and restaurateurs across London have welcomed Rishi Sunak’s “life saving” budget plans announced today. A raft of measures aimed at keeping the embattled hospitality industry afloat until it can fully reopen in June includes an extension of the furlough scheme, grants of up to £18,000 for pubs and restaurants, and an extension of the [...]
The Savoy prepares to reopen its doors later this month September 10, 2020 Iconic London landmark the Savoy will reopen its doors from 24 September in the latest sign that life is starting to return to the capital. The luxury hotel based on the Strand has announced a phased approach to reopening, announcing the Savoy Grill will be open from 21 September. From 24 September the Thames Foyer [...]