FTSE 100 close: London up as markets digest unemployment, wages and pensions data September 12, 2023 London's FTSE 100 started Tuesday morning up, as markets digest fresh figures on unemployment and wage growth, pensions and grocery inflation
London Tech Week, Day 2: London on the global stage June 14, 2022 The dust is just about settling after a whirlwind day one of London Tech Week. We saw a range of government announcements, updates on UK tech investment levels and in-depth discussions on diversity in tech. What quickly became obvious on day one, and even more so today on day two, is that London Tech Week [...]
City Giving Day: Central London Alliance’s Guinness World Record Title Attempt September 7, 2023 In a city that’s known for its fast-paced business world, iconic landmarks, and vibrant culture, a remarkable event is set to take place that will not only make history but also underline the spirit of community and philanthropy that thrives within the heart of London. On the 25th and 26th of September, the Central London [...]
Atom Bank boss on rapid growth, London IPO and why high street challengers are a ‘dying breed’ March 24, 2024 City A.M. speaks to Atom Bank CEO Mark Mullen about the challenger bank landscape, his firm's rapid growth and plans for a London IPO.
St Patrick’s Day events in London – where to drink and celebrate March 16, 2023 Whether covering yourself with shamrock face paint or just getting completely and utterly sloshed on Guinness, St Patrick’s Day is this Friday and that means celebrations are required. Here’s where to raise a glass this Friday. Savage Garden This Tower Bridge rooftop bar has its own list of Irish cocktails to get people in the [...]
FTSE 100 today: London markets poised for quiet start as traders take break before Easter March 28, 2024 Asian shares stay calm despite the S&P 500 hitting a new high. The US dollar holds firm post comments from the Federal Reserve's Waller. Attention turns to possible yen intervention by Japan, while gold prices decline. Investors await updates on US consumer confidence and UK Q4 GDP.
London keeps global tech crown ahead of New York with top marks in financial services November 24, 2023 New York weighs in second in Z/Yen Group’s eighth edition of the Smart Centres Index, with Singapore trailing behind in third.
Mega rich splurge £1.3bn on office shopping spree around London September 5, 2023 The world’s mega rich are pouring their spare millions into offices around London, gobbling up £1.3bn worth of space in the last 12 months.
London-listed Mondi leaves Russia after agreeing to sell biggest paper mill September 18, 2023 UK paper and packaging giant Mondi has agreed to sell its largest Russian plant for around 775 million euros (£668 million) to a Moscow-based property development group. Mondi’s share price jumped by nearly five per cent on Monday morning after it unveiled the deal involving Syktyvkar, its last remaining plant in Russia and the country’s [...]
Smurfit Kappa looks to ditch London as it plots merger with US rival West Rock September 7, 2023 Irish packaging giant Smurfit Kappa has confirmed it is in advanced discussions to merge with US rival West Rock.