Spirits trade has tough year in 2023 according to AIM-listed Distil June 12, 2024 Despite the difficult environment, turnover at the firm increased 15 per cent year-on-year to £1.5m with Goulding pointing to a "continued expansion" of its brands in the UK on-trade.
Rightmove shares jump by a quarter as News Corp-owned REA eyes £4.4bn swoop September 2, 2024 Australian property giant REA Group, backed by Rupert Murdoch's News Corp, is considering a £4.4bn takeover bid for UK competitor Rightmove.
Soho House: Waiting list for Kendall Jenner favourite reaches record high ahead of Manchester, Sao Paolo and US openings May 10, 2024 Soho House's memberships jumped 10 per cent to 261,571 in the fourth quarter ahead of openings in Manchester, Sao Paolo and the US.
More retail misery as Brits’ spending shrinks to lowest level in three years June 4, 2024 May proved to be another miserable month for retailers, as cash-strapped Brits said no to treating themselves in the face of rising bills and unfavourable weather.
Sky hopes Ofcom broadband reforms will attract more customers September 12, 2024 British telecom companies have long been dogged by a reputation for poor customer service and complicated processes.
Luxury retailer Julian Charles forced into the red by rising costs January 24, 2024 Rising costs forced luxury bedding and homewares retailer Julian Charles into the red during its latest financial year.
UK growth set to continue as manufacturing PMI climbs to two year high July 24, 2024 The economy’s strong performance so far in 2024 looks set to continue thanks to the continued recovery of the manufacturing sector, a closely watched survey suggests. S&P’s ‘flash’ purchasing managers’s index (PMI) came in at 52.7, up from 52.3 last month and slightly higher than the 52.6 expected by economists. The survey, which measures economic [...]
Recession or rebound: Where is the UK economy after blockbuster week of data? February 16, 2024 The UK is in recession, but there are also signs of a rebound. Inflation lower was than expected but wage pressures remain strong. What does it all mean?
Mulberry: Chief calls to scrap London tourist tax as losses widen November 30, 2023 Thierry Andretta, said that a weak economic outlook is impacting the entire luxury industry and called for UK government to bring back VAT free shopping for international tourists
British car industry reports best month since 2020 despite Brexit headwinds December 22, 2023 British car production got back to its best in November, reporting its best month of growth since 2020, new industry figures show.