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11,000 UK pubs fear closure ahead of Budget
A new poll reveals nearly 11,000 UK pubs fear closure within a year as publicans plead for VAT cuts and support in the upcoming Budget. Will the Chancellor act?
BMLL Reports £14m Loss Before Nordic Capital Acquisition
Market data firm BMLL recorded a £14.3m pre-tax loss in 2023 while securing a takeover by Nordic Capital. Discover the strategic implications for financial technology.
Nationwide's 18 London Branches Safe Until 2030
Nationwide Building Society confirms 18 London branches will remain open until at least 2030 as part of its 'last branch in town' pledge, bucking the UK's bank closure trend.
Pub Chain Chief Criticises Chancellor's Budget Strategy
Fuller's executive chair Simon Emeny demands new economic thinking as hospitality sector faces tax rises and record pub closures. Read the full analysis.
ABN Amro Buys NIBC Bank from Blackstone
Dutch banking giant ABN Amro acquires NIBC Bank from Blackstone in strategic expansion. Deal strengthens commercial banking presence with €672 million transaction.
Sony writes off £155m from Bungie acquisition
Sony admits its £2.7 billion Bungie buyout has underperformed, recording a £155m loss as Destiny 2 struggles. Can the delayed Marathon reboot turn things around?
Howden Buys Evelyn Partners Employee Benefits Business
Insurance broker Howden agrees to acquire Evelyn Partners' employee benefits consultancy for an undisclosed sum. The deal, set for Q1 2026, expands Howden's UK corporate health offerings.
Atletico Madrid valued at £2.2bn after Apollo deal
Atletico Madrid has been valued at £2.2bn after US firm Apollo Global Management acquired a majority stake. Discover how this private equity move reshapes European football.
BT Bets on Budget Provider Amid Broadband Customer Losses
BT Group makes strategic move to acquire budget broadband provider Plusnet amid ongoing customer losses and intense market competition. Discover how this acquisition aims to bolster BT's market position.
UK Pub Closures Hit Devastating Record High
Britain's beloved pubs are vanishing at an alarming rate, with 509 establishments pulling their last pints in just three months as the hospitality industry braces for the upcoming budget.
Starbucks baristas strike in major UK union dispute
Thousands of Starbucks workers across Britain are walking out in what could become the largest strike in the company's UK history, demanding fair contracts and proper union recognition.
LSEG rejects deception claims in data firm acquisition
LSEG vehemently denies allegations of misleading a data analytics company during its 2022 acquisition process, dismissing claims as 'opportunistic' and 'without merit' in ongoing legal battle.
Wetherspoon's cautious on outlook amid budget uncertainty
JD Wetherspoon sounds alarm over rising costs and economic pressures as budget uncertainty threatens pub chain's recovery momentum.
London restaurants accused of sneaky tip-dodging charges
An investigation reveals how some London eateries are allegedly using mandatory service charges to avoid distributing tips to their waiting staff fairly.
Telegraph bidder faces editorial independence breach probe
The frontrunner to acquire The Telegraph faces regulatory scrutiny after reports emerge of potential violations in safeguarding editorial independence during takeover negotiations.
UK travellers favour luxury hotels as budget stays decline
New industry data reveals a dramatic shift in UK travel preferences, with premium hotels enjoying soaring demand while budget stays face declining occupancy rates.
Epiris plots £230m swoop on Next 15 divisions
London-based buyout firm Epiris is reportedly in advanced talks to acquire several key divisions from marketing giant Next 15 in a deal valued at approximately £230 million, signalling major consolidation in the digital communications sector.
Kimberly-Clark acquires Kenvue in $27B mega-deal
In a landmark healthcare deal, Kimberly-Clark announces plans to acquire Kenvue, creating a consumer goods powerhouse worth over $100 billion and reshaping the industry landscape.
Pizza Hut Restaurants collapses with 1100 jobs lost
The UK's Pizza Hut Restaurants business has entered administration, leaving behind £30m in debts and resulting in the immediate loss of 1100 jobs across 29 locations.
Budget tax hikes threaten 5000 UK pubs with closure
Chancellor's Autumn Budget sparks industry outrage as business rate increases and tax changes push thousands of British pubs to the brink of collapse.
Murdoch-Backed Brave Bison Bids £50m for M&C Saatchi
Digital media giant Brave Bison, supported by Rupert Murdoch, makes strategic move to acquire M&C Saatchi's performance marketing arm in major industry shakeup.
City tycoons plot £5bn takeover spree via cash shell
London's financial elite are preparing to launch a massive cash shell company to fund acquisitions worth up to £5 billion, targeting undervalued UK businesses in ambitious expansion move.
Ex-TGI Fridays Chief Acquires UK Restaurant Chain
Ex-TGI Fridays chief Karen Forrester spearheads investment group's takeover of prominent UK restaurant chain, signalling major shake-up in casual dining sector.
Fresnillo Strikes Major Canadian Mining Acquisition Deal
London-listed Fresnillo PLC makes bold North American move with acquisition of Canadian mining firm, signalling major growth strategy in precious metals market.
Sexism Haunts UK Wine Industry
Exclusive investigation reveals how sexism remains deeply embedded in the UK wine trade, with women facing daily microaggressions, harassment and systemic barriers to advancement.
Ottolenghi: London's restaurant scene more vibrant than ever
Celebrity chef Yotam Ottolenghi reveals why London's restaurant landscape is thriving with innovation, diversity and resilience despite economic challenges.
Novo Nordisk Bids for Metsera, Challenging Pfizer's Offer
Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk has entered a bidding war with Pfizer for obesity-focused biotech firm Metsera, potentially disrupting the US company's planned acquisition in a major power play for obesity treatment dominance.
Telegraph Sale Halted Over Chinese Spy Ring Fears
The controversial sale of The Telegraph to a Chinese-backed consortium faces collapse after UK intelligence raised alarms about alleged espionage connections, throwing the media empire's future into uncertainty.
Bodycare Acquires The Body Shop UK Operations
High street giant Bodycare purchases The Body Shop's UK operations, raising questions about store closures and brand revival strategies.
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