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UK Construction in Worst Run Since 2008 Crisis

UK construction output contracts for 12th straight month, with housebuilding at its weakest since May 2020. Industry faces deep challenges despite glimmers of optimism. Read the full analysis.

Majestic Wine profits halved, blames tax policies

Majestic Wine saw pre-tax profit slump to £7.7m, blaming Rachel Reeves' tax policies and a complex new alcohol duty regime. Read the full analysis of the retailer's challenging year.

GTA 6: Rockstar UK profit rises to £26.9m

Rockstar Games' UK arm sees pre-tax profit jump to £26.9m as anticipation builds for Grand Theft Auto 6's November 2026 release. Discover the financial details and tax relief claims.

Andy Murray's luxury hotel returns to profit

Sir Andy Murray's five-star Cromlix Hotel in Scotland is back in the black, posting a £193k profit after two years of heavy losses. The hotel now closes for a major refurbishment.

How to Tackle the Mid-Afternoon Energy Slump

Struggling with the 3pm crash? Nutritionists and sleep experts reveal why it happens and share science-backed strategies, from smart lunch choices to light exposure, to boost alertness and productivity.

Booksellers Break Reading Slump with Personal Picks

Stuck in a cycle of binge-reading and slumps from online recommendations, a self-confessed book nerd turned to real-life booksellers for help. Discover the three transformative novels that broke the drought and sparked unexpected tears.

Global markets post best year since 2019

World equities see strongest annual gains since 2019, with the MSCI index up over 21%. Discover the key drivers, from AI to US dollar weakness, and what it means for investors.

Home insurance premiums to fall 7% in 2026

UK home insurers forecast underwriting losses next year as intense competition forces premiums down to £306. Deloitte data reveals a profitable 2025 despite storm claims.

HP cuts 6,000 jobs in AI-driven restructuring

HP announces up to 6,000 job cuts by 2028 as it embraces AI technology. The restructuring aims to save $1bn annually while improving product innovation and customer service.

French Wine Crisis: 20% of Growers Face Closure

French independent winemakers issue an urgent plea for government aid as a catastrophic sales slump, Trump tariffs, and the worst harvest in 70 years threaten the industry. Read more.

WH Smith CEO steps down after accounting scandal

WH Smith's chief executive departs immediately following a major accounting failure in its North American division that slashed profits and wiped nearly £600m from market value.

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