UK must embrace open finance to be a global fintech leader and boost IPOs, industry chief says February 29, 2024 Open finance is key to making the UK a global leader in fintech and unlocking more public listings, the boss of a government-backed industry hub has told City A.M., as the sector struggles to lure investors.
Can AI help employers work out what makes us human? February 24, 2024 AI will only make soft skills more desirable but could it also help recruiters find them in unusual places? Asks Henry Oliver
Advertising giant WPP looks to AI to improve performance as growth grinds to a halt February 22, 2024 WPP made the statement alongside its full-year 2023 results, which showed like-for-like revenue growth of 3.2 per cent. Revenue less pass-through costs grew 0.9 per cent on a like-for-like basis.
Leading to Nowhere: the ‘ESG Leaders’ shunning disclosure February 9, 2024 Written by Integrum ESG Analyst Hazel Cranmer. In today’s digital age, companies face the dual imperative of safeguarding customer data and fortifying their defences against cyber threats. Proactively addressing both fronts is crucial for the company’s success. A lapse in either area will be conducive to increased risks including regulatory fines for non-compliance, erosion of [...]
Moving markets today: What’s shaping the FTSE 100 this morning January 26, 2024 Asian markets trade mixed, Tesla shares plummeted by 12%, and Intel dropped 10.90%. Investors are eyeing today's release of US PCE data and anticipating 'FAAMG' earnings next week.
Moving markets: Five things shaping the FTSE 100 today January 24, 2024 Asian stocks rise, Netflix surges 8%, stable oil prices, BOC holds rates, attention shifts to upcoming Tesla earnings.
FTSE 100 today: London markets poised to follow global uptrend January 23, 2024 Asian stocks mirror Wall Street's rally; Nikkei surges on BOJ's dovish tone, while China lags behind. All eyes on Netflix, Johnson & Johnson, and Procter & Gamble earnings, shaping a day of market anticipation.
Moving markets today: What’s shaping the FTSE 100 this morning January 22, 2024 Japan's Nikkei hits a 34-year high, while China keeps lending rates steady. Earnings and central bank policy decisions are set to drive global stocks this week.
Davos 2024: Who will (and won’t) be there? What’s on the agenda? And how much does it cost? January 11, 2024 The latest World Economic Forum in Davos is set to kick off this Sunday, with the great-and-the-good paying thousands, by invitation-only, to be there. But why are they all going to Switzerland, what are they looking to achieve, and can anyone go? Fear not, we have all the answers. First and foremost where and what [...]
Square Mile and Me: Lord-Lieutenant Ken Olisa on Saturday jobs and City faux pas December 14, 2023 Ken Olisa, Lord Lieutenant of Greater London and chairman of BusinessLDN, takes a stroll down memory lane and reflects on his City career.