Why Big Tech is Hiring Corporate Storytellers
From Google to Microsoft, companies are hiring 'storytellers' to control their narrative. Discover what this ancient role means in the modern corporate world and the salaries on offer.
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WBD urges shareholders to reject $108.4bn Paramount bid
Warner Bros Discovery's board brands Paramount's all-cash takeover offer 'inadequate', backing its $82.7bn Netflix deal. The battle involves Trump, Kushner, and Saudi funds.
EU votes to reduce corporate sustainability oversight
The EU Parliament has voted to slash the number of firms required to report on social and environmental harms, a move green groups call a 'betrayal'. Discover the details and backlash.
Thames Water defers £2.5m boss bonuses until new year
Thames Water postpones controversial £2.5m retention payments for 21 executives as it seeks a multi-billion pound rescue deal. Discover the full story behind the bonus row.
Houlihan Lokey Director James Pirie Departs
James Pirie, a senior director at Houlihan Lokey, has left the investment bank. Explore the details of his departure and the firm's recent performance in London.
Top 6 Business Books of 2025 for UK Executives
Discover the City Editor's top six business books for 2025, featuring exposés on Big Tech, globalisation risks, and building a better economic future. Perfect for the high-flying executive in your life.
BNP Paribas expands dealmaking teams in London and New York
BNP Paribas is aggressively expanding its corporate finance teams in London and New York, hiring over 30 bankers. This strategic move signals a major bet on a rebound in global M&A and equity markets. Discover the bank's ambitious growth plans.
Nicola Jennings cartoon critiques Trump-Putin Ukraine dealings
A sharp new cartoon by Nicola Jennings skewers the controversial dealings between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin over Ukraine. See the full artwork and our analysis here.
‘It’s Not Your Turn’: The Problem with Boardroom Appointments
Julianne Schultz reflects on the ‘jobs for mates’ culture in board appointments, arguing true meritocracy requires more than just ticking boxes. Read her insights on effective governance.
Political Candidates Satirised in Rebecca Hendin's Cartoon
Cartoonist Rebecca Hendin skewers political candidates in a sharp new illustration. Explore the satire and its commentary on modern electioneering.
Becky Barnicoat's 2025 Christmas Cliche Charts
Cartoonist Becky Barnicoat predicts the festive season's most overused tropes in her 2025 Christmas Cliche Charts. Discover the satire that defines modern holiday culture.
Review: 'The Liz Truss Show' - Hapless Political Ravings
A scathing review of 'The Liz Truss Show' at the Soho Theatre, where the former PM's 49-day tenure is satirised as a chaotic spectacle of ideological fervour and failure.
Cartoon ignites debate on Netanyahu and Eurovision boycott
A new political cartoon by Martin Rowson criticises Benjamin Netanyahu's stance amid calls for an Israel Eurovision boycott. Explore the satire and its implications.
Barclays promotes 118 to Managing Director
Barclays Bank has announced a significant internal promotion round, elevating 118 employees to the role of Managing Director. Discover the key names and divisions driving this strategic move.
German Leader Friedrich Merz's Cameo in Stromberg Film Stirs Row
German opposition leader Friedrich Merz faces criticism for a cameo in a 'Stromberg' film, blurring lines between politics and satire. Discover the fallout and public reaction.
Cartoon Satirises PM's Gifts, Sparking Public Debate
A satirical cartoon from The Guardian questions what to gift a prime minister 'who has everything', highlighting political opulence and public sentiment. Explore the commentary and reaction.
Citigroup promotes 276 to managing director globally
Citigroup has elevated 276 bankers to managing director in its latest annual promotion round, a key move in CEO Jane Fraser's strategic overhaul. Discover the regional breakdown and strategic focus.
Future Fund's £20k Business-Class Hotel Scouting Trip
Australia's Future Fund faces scrutiny after spending £20,000 on a business-class trip for a former assistant to scope US hotels. Read the full investigation into the sovereign wealth fund's expenses.
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City AM invites readers to shape its future. Complete the 2025 readership survey for a chance to win a £500 Harrods gift card, valid until December 2026. Have your say today.
Bidvest shareholders reject $59k Olympic expenses claim
Shareholders of South African conglomerate Bidvest have voted against reimbursing three directors for $59,000 spent on attending the Paris 2024 Olympics. Discover the details of the revolt.
Berenberg promotes two in major structural overhaul
German investment bank Berenberg has promoted David Janssens and Christian Gottlob to new roles in a significant restructuring of its operations. Discover the strategic moves behind the reshuffle.
Enron Files for Bankruptcy: 2 December 2001
On this day in 2001, energy giant Enron filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the biggest corporate collapse in US history. Discover the story of fraud, ambition, and failure. Read the full analysis.
Police consider corporate manslaughter in Post Office scandal
Corporate manslaughter charges are now being considered as the criminal probe into the Horizon Post Office scandal widens. Police appeal for victims to come forward.
Police eye corporate manslaughter in Post Office scandal
Police investigating the Post Office Horizon scandal are now considering corporate manslaughter charges. The criminal probe has expanded to include more suspects and persons of interest. Read the latest.
Cartoonist Ben Jennings satirises hard-right UK migration debate
A new cartoon by Ben Jennings critiques the hard-right's inflammatory language on migration, highlighting its divisive impact on UK political discourse. See the powerful visual commentary.
Accenture calls 800,000 staff 'reinventors' in AI shift
Global consultancy Accenture has begun referring to its 800,000 employees as 'reinventors' as it sharpens its focus on artificial intelligence capabilities and warns staff to adapt. Read the full story.
Peel Hunt profits jump 800% to £11.5m on deal rebound
London broker Peel Hunt reports an 800% profit surge to £11.5m, driven by a revival in corporate dealmaking. Discover the key figures and strategic outlook for the UK investment bank.
Peacock's Poem Exposes 19th Century Class Hypocrisy
Explore Thomas Love Peacock's satirical poem Rich or Poor, a sharp critique of Victorian class inequality and religious hypocrisy that remains strikingly relevant to modern Britain.
Ella Baron's Party Conference Name Cartoon Satire
Cartoonist Ella Baron's latest work brilliantly satirises UK party conference culture through imaginative delegate names. Discover the political commentary behind the humour.
AI Satire Viral: PM's Rap Battle with Beth Rigby
The Crewkerne Gazette's AI-generated videos, satirising Keir Starmer and other politicians, go viral. Discover why the creators are anonymous and how this new wave of political satire is capturing a younger audience.
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