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Pure Electric, the scooter company led by former Hargreaves Lansdown investor Adam Norris, has projected its first profit for 2026 following a shift in its busi...
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A Somerset components manufacturer has warned it may be forced to increase prices in response to President Donald Trump's tariffs on countries including China a...
A decking specialist that’s expanding in the Middle East has completed a project at a Dubai sky pool that regularly attracts world-famous guests. Preston’s Lake...
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Luxury stocks are once again outpacing high street brands as investors anticipate a luxury resurgence. Brands that faced difficulties last year, such as Burberr...
The boss of Pennon says she has “regret” for the pollution incidents caused by the utilities firm. Chief executive Susan Davy, whose company owns South West Wat...
The Lowe's Advantage Credit Card is primarily beneficial for regular Lowe's customers, as it offers savings on transactions and has no annual fee. Cardholders c...
Arla Foods, the dairy behemoth behind brands such as Lurpak and Cravendale, has issued a warning that it is planning to make cuts of up to €110m (£91.1m) in 202...
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Coca-Cola HBC AG, the bottling partner of The Coca-Cola Company, has reported double-digit revenue growth despite facing significant exchange rate challenges in...
A manufacturer has moved a step closer to starting work on a huge new facility in north Birmingham. Rockwool has submitted a so-called 'Section 73' application ...
In a calculated move, Charlotte FC has bolstered its midfield by signing Eryk Williamson from Portland Timbers, marking a substantial enhancement to their lineu...
Automotive giant Nissan has shown images of the third generation Leaf model which is due to go into production at Sunderland later this year. The Japanese car m...
Shares in discount retailer B&M have taken a hit as the company lowered its profit guidance for the year, struggling to make headway in an increasingly comp...
American tennis sensation Taylor Fritz, currently the fourth highest-ranked player globally, has vowed to donate his earnings from the first round of the Austra...
A Black Country manufacturer has secured new funding to support its exporting activities and improve its green credentials. Halesowen-based Swift & Whitmore...
A Swansea-based and family-owned engineering, fabrication and machining business has been acquired in a management buy-in deal. Formed in 1979 by Mr Anthony Bea...
Three south Wales contractors have been appointed to deliver key parts of a £1.25bn investment by Tata Steel to deliver a new electric arc furnace (EAF) at Port...
As we approach the year 2025, investors are confronted with a market that is in constant flux. This piece provides an in-depth look at pivotal industries—real e...
The Lofoten Islands in Norway are a paradise for photographers, boasting some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world. From towering mountains emerging fr...
Japanese automotive supplier Jatco says its forthcoming North East factory will serve hopes of wider European work, including with brands such as Volkswagen and...
A Bristol cycling accessories designer and manufacturer has secured £600,000 to fuel its expansion plans. Tailfin, on Cumberland Road, is part of the rapidly-gr...
In a significant change of ownership, private equity firm Cinven is set to sell the British footwear and accessories brand, Kurt Geiger, to American shoe brand ...
A major UK tool and maintenance supplier has fallen into administration and has been put up for sale. Devon-based Troy (UK), which has a workforce of 75, has be...
In this piece, Russ Koesterich examines the possibility that equities might still experience growth in 2025 even with the likelihood of an elevated interest rat...
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Retirement is often painted as a peaceful, carefree chapter in life, but achieving that tranquility takes careful financial planning. The harsh reality of insuf...
Andy Burnham is advocating for the implementation of a 'tourist levy' to be paid by visitors staying in Greater Manchester from outside the region. The metro ma...
Inflation has risen more rapidly than anticipated at the beginning of the year, according to official data, fuelling concerns about persistent price pressures i...
Aston Martin is set to outstrip its FTSE 250 counterparts by offering higher remuneration packages to its top executives, following difficulties in attracting h...
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The £1.2bn electric arc furnace at Port Talbot will supply steel to construction equipment manufacturer JCB once operational. The electric arc furnace (EAF) fro...
Holiday Inn owner IHG is celebrating the acquisition of its 20th brand and heightened returns for shareholders amidst a resurgence in the travel sector. The com...
Lurie's emphasis on public safety is a response to the city's pressing needs. He pointed out that while the current police force consists of 1,400 officers, the...
Nikon's European division has seen its pre-tax profit halved amid a slump in demand within its healthcare business, the company disclosed. The Japanese firm rep...
The Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) movement has become a popular financial strategy in recent years, especially among millennials and Gen Z. The FI...
As many as 40 new jobs are set to be created on the southern outskirts of Bridgwater following approval for a new Lidl supermarket near the M5. Lidl GB Ltd subm...
The developers of Liverpool Waters want to bring the UK's first ever floating padel courts to the city's waterfront. Padel, considered the fastest growing sport...
We've all heard the advice to “save for a rainy day,” but why is it so important? For many, the idea of saving can seem daunting, especially when money is tight...
As the stock market continues to rise, leadership is in flux. The first half of the year echoed 2023 with technology stocks leading the charge. However, by mid-...
Family-owned cider maker Thatchers has reported record-breaking sales, surpassing the £200m mark for the first time in its 120-year history. The Somerset-based ...
Pret A Manger, the renowned sandwich chain, is facing a winding-up petition from Castle Water, an independent business water supplier, over unpaid debts. The Hi...
Ibstock, the London-listed brickmaker, has cut its annual dividend payout following a drop in profit and revenue due to "subdued market conditions." The company...
The boss of pub chain Wetherspoons has warned that prices are "certain to rise" when the national insurance (NI) hike comes into force in April. Devon-based ent...
A Liverpool venue which is renowned for its roast dinners, Ten Streets Social, has been described as an "inspiration" as its operators seek council approval to ...
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Investing is often seen as a purely rational activity, where individuals make decisions based on analysis, research, and economic indicators. However, the truth...
Global technology company Prosus has tabled a £3.3bn bid to take over Just Eat Takeaway.com. The Amsterdam-based private equity firm plans to initiate the offer...
Jobs have been created by family-run Packaging One following a seven-figure funding deal from NatWest and Royal Bank of Scotland. The provider of protective wra...
Tufan Erginbilgic, the CEO of Rolls-Royce, has experienced a significant reduction in his pay by nearly £10m, despite his successful turnaround of the FTSE 100 ...
In the world of investing, one mantra reigns supreme: diversification. Whether you're investing in stocks, bonds, or real estate, spreading your investments acr...
Meat producer Cranswick has upgraded profit targets following a strong fourth quarter of demand for its pork and poultry products. The Hessle-based supplier to ...
A proposed crazy golf course has garnered significant support from the community, with some 180 comments and letters backing the plan. Residents across the Fyld...
Raleigh, the renowned bicycle manufacturer, has reported a significant loss of over £30 million despite halting a sustained decline in sales. The Nottinghamshir...
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Mayor Sandy Stimpson has made a pivotal move by advocating for an augmented mayoral salary, suggesting that it is crucial for drawing high-caliber candidates an...
The UK Government has initiated a new steel council, which includes members from Tata Steel and British Steel, in response to the thousands of job losses experi...
Online retail giant Very Group has reported a pre-tax profit of £6.1m for the six months to 28 December 2024, marking a return to profitability despite a drop i...
Unilever, the household name behind brands like Dove and Marmite, has reported a profit increase as its restructuring efforts begin to bear fruit. The FTSE 100 ...
Fast-fashion behemoth Shein is facing investor pressure to cut its valuation by two thirds from its peak, should it proceed with its anticipated float on the Lo...
Jobs have been lost amid the collapse of a £23m turnover door manufacturer with its factory in Gateshead. Virtuoso Doors, which specialised in making composite ...
High street fashion behemoth New Look has announced its complete withdrawal from the Republic of Ireland, putting all of its employees in the country at risk of...
Plans to demolish and rebuild an entire row of shops and flats as part of a multi-million regeneration scheme are inching closer to approval. A revised set of p...
Cheltenham-headquartered engineering firm Spirax Group has reported a fall in profits for the financial year. The FTSE-100 company posted a 1% fall in reported ...
A new boss has been appointed to lead Newcastle city centre’s premier shopping and leisure destination Eldon Square. Helen Cowie has been named as the new centr...
As the possibility of a special election looms this spring, the city of Sitka has set aside funds to prepare for potential voter initiatives. A local coalition ...
A metalwork firm that employed hundreds of people in the North East, Midlands and South East has collapsed only months after it was rescued in a pre-pack admini...
Aerospace and defence firms in the West of England are experiencing "very strong demand" for business, bucking a wider UK decline in manufacturing, according to...
The North West is set to play a major role in the global space economy, following a landmark agreement between Mayor Steve Rotheram and his Greater Manchester c...
Shein's net profit took a significant hit in 2024, plummeting by almost 40%, casting uncertainty over its highly anticipated London stock market listing. The fa...
An Exeter-based AI platform that provides data to companies in the restaurant and hospitality sectors has secured a £350,000 equity investment as part of a £1m ...
Fast-fashion retailer In The Style is teetering on the edge of administration, just two years after a rescue deal was necessitated. FTS Recovery is being prepar...
Personal finance is often viewed as a straightforward exercise in numbers: earning, saving, investing, and spending. However, when it comes to real-life decisio...
Subway has overhauled its menu as part of a new marketing strategy aimed at boosting UK sales. The fast-food giant will be testing a customisable jacket potato ...
Heinz’s massive baked bean plant in Wigan and the giant Stanlow oil refinery in Cheshire have both won Government backing to help them go green. Industry minist...
Plans for a new multi-million-pound industrial research facility in south Wales have been submitted. The proposed facility, named the South Wales Industrial Tra...
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A rewilding project at the North East's biggest factory is said to have created a habitat in which badgers, water voles and newts are thriving. Automotive giant...
A Wiltshire-based gardening start-up has secured a £75,000 investment after appearing on Dragons' Den. Entrepreneurs Henry Bartlam and award-winning garden desi...
Pizza restaurant The Stable has opened a new branch in Cornwall. The 120-seater Padstow eatery opened at the weekend, serving a new menu including larger, thinn...
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Building supplies company SIG plc saw its losses widen in 2024 in what it called an “ongoing challenging market”. The Sheffield-based company has released resul...
Challenging times at North East manufacturer Ebac have continued with the firm defaulting on a loan from a retirement fund, new accounts show. The Durham busine...
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An independent Bristol opticians has relocated to new premises after nearly 30 years in the old city centre. Bramley Pope opened on St Stephens Street in 1997, ...
Construction of the UK's largest lithium extraction facility in County Durham will go ahead following approval of the project by councillors. Weardale Lithium w...
An Exeter hairdresser is among UK salon owners urging the chancellor to throw the sector an "economic lifeline" as a new report highlights how an unbalanced tax...
Student loans can be a huge financial burden for many graduates. With interest rates rising and monthly payments becoming overwhelming, refinancing can be an at...
Ann Summers has reported a deeper pre-tax loss of £13.1m for the year ending 29 June, 2024, as it faced "significant external pressures" that include the cost-o...
Fashion retailer Club L London is eyeing international expansion after its sales and workforce nearly tripled over two years. The Manchester-based company repor...
British Steel's Chinese owner Jingye is launching a consultation on the closing of its blast furnaces at Scunthorpe steelworks, sparking fears for thousands of ...
Rolls-Royce has announced the reinstatement of dividends and launched a £1bn share buyback programme as its full-year profit significantly exceeded expectations...
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Shares in Rolls-Royce dipped over three per cent in early trading today following a downgrade by analysts at investment bank Citi. The FTSE 100 giant's stock wa...
Leaders from some of Tyneside's top manufacturing and engineering companies have attended the launch of Newcastle College's new Advanced Manufacturing Suite. De...
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A new 24-hour McDonald's drive-thru that could create more than 100 jobs has been greenlit for construction despite objections from the local town council. Ches...
Drayton Manor has reported a drop in profit for the fourth consecutive year since being saved from administration, with inclement weather continuing to dampen s...
Penarth headquartered global diagnostics company, EKF Diagnostics, has appointed a new chief executive with immediate effect. The Alternative Investment Market ...
Bosses at offshore specialist Tekmar say its markets are aligned “for growth like never before” after seeing its earnings rise to the highest level in five year...
Gloucestershire-based engineering firm Versarien has completed the sale of its South Korean factory and equipment for more than £600,000. The agreement with MCK...
Aviation asset specialist AerFin has relocated to new headquarters in Newport in an investment doubling its capacity. It has entered into a 10-year lease for 11...
The North’s hair and beauty industry could face a long-term crisis unless the Government cuts VAT – that’s the message from the owners of salons across Merseysi...
4imprint, the promotional products manufacturer, has announced a 10% increase in profit for 2024, outperforming the wider market and growing its market share. T...
A key supplier to Nissan has signed a deal with the Government to bring a £48.7m factory to the North East, which could employ up to 183 people. Jatco, which st...
Fertiliser giant Yara International says it is on track to commission its forthcoming East Yorkshire site this year, despite mothballing its Hull ammonia plant....
Just because something is called a short sale doesn't mean it actually is one. Before diving into a short sale, it's crucial to consult with a short sale realto...
Millennials, typically defined as those born between 1981 and 1996, are entering their peak earning years amidst rapidly changing economic conditions, rising li...
The UK's manufacturing sector has seen its activity drop to a fourteen-month low, according to a new survey. This is due to lower demand and weak confidence wit...
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries across the globe, and the financial sector is no exception. From automating routine tasks to enhancing d...
Bentley Motors has announced a decrease in profit and revenue, with its CEO attributing the decline to reduced demand in China. The luxury car manufacturer, a s...
A North East maker of high tech semiconductors has backed calls for the Government to go further and faster with a national chips strategy. Pragmatic Semiconduc...
Tyneside fashion firm Barbour has teamed up with TV presenter and model Alexa Chung to launch a new clothing collection. The South Shields firm, which can trace...
A manufacturer of sensor equipment has secured nearly £800,000 in new funding to help food and beverage clients speed up their cleaning processes. Birmingham-ba...
The UK's Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has recently upheld a grievance against retailer Next for featuring what was deemed an "unhealthily thin" model i...
