A&O Shearman's top staff take home £43m after merger
Senior figures at the newly merged law giant A&O Shearman shared a £43.3m payout in the year following its creation. Discover the financial details and strategic implications.
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Business Confidence Hits 5-Year Low After Budget
A major survey reveals business confidence has dropped to its lowest level since April 2020 following the recent Budget, with investment and hiring intentions in sharp decline. Read the full analysis.
Young NZ Farmers Struggle with Land Ownership
Young farmers in New Zealand face impossible barriers to land ownership despite feeding the nation. Discover the human stories behind the statistics and what's being done.
Hackney demands rent control powers after price surge
Labour-run Hackney Council petitions government for rent cap powers as borough sees 49% rent rise since 2010. Could this be the solution to London's housing crisis?
Hospitality sector betrayed by business rates overhaul
UK hospitality faces a devastating stealth tax as a promised 5p business rates cut hides massive bill increases. Pubs and restaurants warn of closures and price hikes.
Asda sales fall 3.8% as IT problems hit performance
Asda reports 3.8% sales decline to £5.1bn, blaming self-inflicted IT issues while criticising government for 'killing consumer confidence'. Read the full analysis.
Businesses fear more tax rises after Autumn Budget
Over two thirds of UK business leaders fear further tax hikes despite £26bn Budget raid. Discover how this impacts hiring and economic growth.
Americans slash holiday spending as economy worries grow
Guardian readers across America reveal how rising prices and unemployment fears are forcing them to cut back on festive spending. Discover how economic uncertainty is changing holiday traditions.
3.7 Million Compete for 38,100 Chinese Civil Service Posts
A record 3.7 million applicants in China are competing for just 38,100 civil service roles, highlighting a major shift towards job security amid economic uncertainty. Discover the driving forces behind this trend.
Tate staff strike over pay amid food bank use
Tate gallery staff begin week-long strike over pay dispute as workers reveal reliance on food banks. Union demands fair wages for cultural sector employees.
Boudoir Photography: Transforming Women's Self-Image
Discover how boudoir photography empowers women, fostering confidence and life-changing transformations through intimate portraiture. Explore their inspiring stories.
US Banks Announce Major UK Expansion Projects
JP Morgan unveils a new £3bn Canary Wharf headquarters as Goldman Sachs expands in Birmingham, signalling a major vote of confidence in the UK economy. Discover the details.
UAE's Financial Rise: FinTech and Sustainability Lead
Abu Dhabi Finance Week positions UAE as global financial hub with dual focus on FinTech innovation and sustainable finance. Discover how digital assets and green capital shape economic future.
Budget: Lower Business Rates for Retail & Hospitality
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces permanently lower business rates for retail and hospitality, funded by higher levies on online giants' warehouses. Will it save the high street?
Australia's public sector faces 5% budget savings search
Treasurer Jim Chalmers confirms departments must identify savings from low-priority spending, denying major job cuts while facing Coalition criticism over election promises.
US Broker StoneX Expands Into London Hedge Fund Market
American financial giant StoneX launches ambitious London expansion targeting mid-sized hedge funds with prime brokerage services. Discover how this move shakes up the City.
24 English universities at risk of market exit within year
MPs learn 50 higher education providers face market exit risk, with 24 institutions potentially stopping degrees within 12 months. Smaller colleges most vulnerable.
London Tourist Tax Threatens Hospitality Collapse
Central London Alliance warns proposed tourist tax could shutter businesses and damage London's competitiveness. Industry leaders demand rethink of economically harmful policy.
Labour MP: Budget could force founders out of UK
A Labour MP joins industry leaders in warning the Budget could crush UK tech growth and force founders abroad. Calls grow to replace the Enterprise Investment Scheme with more generous tax relief.
ABN Amro Announces 5200 Job Cuts Over Three Years
Dutch banking giant ABN Amro reveals plans to cut 15% of workforce in strategic overhaul. Discover how this impacts European banking sector and what's next.
NHS Pay Debate: Doctor's £100k Salary Sparks Outcry
A heated debate on NHS salaries erupts as a consultant calls her £100,000 wage 'pathetic', while a retired teacher defends his £50,000 pay. Read the full story and share your views.
Julius Baer shares plunge 12% amid investor scepticism
Julius Baer shares plummet 12% as investors question CEO's transformation strategy. Can the Swiss bank regain market confidence? Analysis inside.
BHP walks away from Anglo American takeover
Mining giant BHP has ended its pursuit of Anglo American, leaving the path clear for Anglo's planned £39bn copper merger with Teck Resources. Discover the implications for the global mining sector.
Keeps Secures £1.2M Funding from Investor Rush
London-based sports platform Keeps closes £1.2 million funding round as investors target sports sector. Discover how this impacts UK sports technology investment landscape.
Ashurst and Perkins Coie Overhaul Partner Pay in Merger
Global law firms Ashurst and Perkins Coie are restructuring partner compensation as their groundbreaking merger progresses. Discover how this strategic move will reshape the legal landscape.
Kendall resets AI policy, backs artists in copyright fight
UK Science Secretary Liz Kendall pledges to reset AI copyright policy, supporting artists' right to payment for work used by AI companies. Find out how this shift affects Britain's creative future.
Ovo Energy Axes Hundreds of Jobs Amid Crisis
Struggling energy supplier Ovo prepares to cut several hundred jobs next week as part of urgent restructuring plan to convince regulators and secure £300m investment.
Class action lawsuits damaging UK economy
The explosion of class action lawsuits and third-party litigation funding is harming Britain's legal stability and economy, with billions claimed in damages. Discover the urgent need for reform.
UK Construction Productivity Stuck in 1990s
A damning report reveals UK construction productivity is lower than in 1997. Decades of under-investment are blamed. Discover the urgent need for modernisation.
Law Firm Cuts 10% of London Roles Due to AI Impact
Leading law firm Clifford Chance reduces London business roles by 10% as AI reshapes white-collar work. PwC also rethinks hiring strategy amid technological transformation.
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