HSBC Settles French Tax Fraud Probe for £230m
HSBC agrees to a €268m settlement over 'cum-cum' dividend tax fraud claims in France. The banking giant also secures shareholder approval to privatise Hang Seng Bank.
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UK Retail Footfall Sees Biggest December Rise Since 2011
UK retail footfall surged 1.3% in December, the biggest annual uplift for the month since 2011, driven by evening social trips and strong Boxing Day trading. Discover the data.
Trader profits £300k betting on Maduro capture, raising insider fears
An anonymous trader made a £303,000 profit betting on the capture of Venezuela's president, fuelling suspicions of insider knowledge. Discover how prediction markets like Polymarket are changing geopolitical gambling.
London Crypto Firm Pays £1m+ Per Employee
A London-based cryptocurrency trading firm, Wintermute, is paying an average of more than £1 million per employee. Discover how this impacts the finance and crypto talent war.
Next shares jump after Christmas shopping frenzy
Next's share price surged as festive sales jumped 10.6%, driven by online and international growth. The retailer also upgraded its profit guidance. Discover the full trading update.
Next profits to exceed £1.1bn after festive surge
Next upgrades profit forecast after UK sales rise 5.9% over Christmas. The retailer warns of slower growth ahead amid UK employment pressures. Read the full analysis.
Food Inflation Rises to 3.3% in December 2025
Fresh data reveals soaring food prices pushed shop price inflation higher in December 2025, with fresh produce costs a key driver. Discover the full impact on UK households and the retail outlook for 2026.
FTSE 100 nears 10,000 mark after intraday high
The FTSE 100 started 2026 strong, hitting an intraday high above 10,000. As the rally continues, attention shifts to crucial Christmas trading updates from major UK retailers like Tesco and M&S.
Premier League Team News & Predicted Lineups
All the latest team news, injury updates, and predicted lineups for this weekend's Premier League fixtures, including Arsenal vs Bournemouth and Man City vs Chelsea.
Discovery Capital Hedge Fund Posts 36% Return in 2025
Discovery Capital Management's flagship fund has delivered a stellar 36% return in 2025, continuing its remarkable performance streak. Discover the strategy behind the gains.
XTX Markets tech investment jumps 80% to £138m
Quantitative trading giant XTX Markets increased its technology and research spending by 80% to £138m last year, fuelling an AI and data science hiring spree. Discover how it's reshaping finance.
FTSE 100 closes in on 10,000 as record year ends
London's FTSE 100 index edges towards the historic 10,000 point mark on the last day of 2025, capping a year of 41 record closes. Discover the stocks driving the rally and those holding it back.
Premier League Festive Fixtures: Six Games Tonight
A packed night of Premier League action sees Chelsea host Bournemouth, Man Utd face Wolves, and Arsenal take on Aston Villa. Live updates and team news from all the key matches.
Ashes 2025-26: Fourth Test Day Four Live from MCG
Live updates from day four of the fourth Ashes Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Follow every over as England look to build on their fightback. Get involved with your thoughts.
Boxing Day bounce: Retail parks footfall up 6.9%
Early data reveals a strong start to Boxing Day sales with retail park visits rising 6.9%. Analysts note a shift towards leisure-focused, full-day outings over pure bargain hunting. Discover the latest UK retail trends.
UK Retailers Invest More in Physical Stores and Shopping Centres
Major UK retailers are increasing investment in physical stores and shopping centres, signalling a strategic shift. Discover the data and the reasons behind this commercial property revival.
Boxing Day footfall dips on UK high streets, rises at retail parks
UK Boxing Day sales saw a shift in shopper habits, with high street footfall down 2.4% while retail parks surged 6.9%. Central London declined 7.7% as consumers sought convenience and coastal day trips.
QPR summer exits: Where 13 players are now
A look at how 13 QPR players who left in the summer transfer window are faring at their new clubs, from Championship struggles to European adventures. Discover their journeys.
Quant firm pays £106m wages to 49 staff
A parent company of secretive quant trading firm G-Research has paid out a staggering £106m in wages to just 49 employees over eight months, accounts reveal. Discover the details of London's high-stakes finance world.
Premier League Build-Up: Latest Team News and Updates
Get the latest Premier League team news, injury updates, and manager quotes ahead of today's crucial fixtures. Stay informed on all the pre-match developments.
Budget Uncertainty Dampens November Retail Spending
UK retail sales fell 0.1% in November as Budget uncertainty overshadowed Black Friday. Discover the key trends and what it means for the crucial Christmas period.
UK Retail Sales Fall in November as Black Friday Effect Weakens
UK retail sales fell 0.1% in November as cautious shoppers held back, with the Black Friday boost weaker than usual. Explore the ONS data and what it means for the economy.
Swim school faces backlash over difficult refund process
Parents at Rebecca Adlington's Swim! school face a hidden process to reclaim money for cancelled lessons. Consumer lawyers warn the practice may be unfair. Read the full investigation.
Premier League Live: Games Abandoned, Trossard Scores
Follow live updates from the Premier League's 3pm kick-offs, including Tottenham v Brentford and Man City v Sunderland. Breaking news of an abandoned Championship match due to a medical emergency.
HMRC warns Christmas side hustle sellers on tax
HMRC issues a festive warning to individuals selling goods online this Christmas. Learn about the £1,000 trading allowance and how to avoid a tax bill.
Dating Crisis: Millennial Men's Lazy Profiles Blamed
New research reveals straight millennial men are the least likely to update dating app profiles, contributing to widespread user exhaustion. Discover the data and expert analysis behind the modern dating disconnect.
Fintech CEO Questions UK's Private Share Trading Scheme
Tim Levene, CEO of Augmentum Fintech, voices significant concerns over the UK's proposed private share trading scheme, highlighting liquidity and valuation challenges for investors.
Legal delay lifted on UK bond market data contract
Ediphy agrees to lift suspension on FCA's £4.8m bond trading data contract, aiming to provide market certainty and avoid delays to the consolidated tape. Read the latest.
JP Jenkins & Sapphire Partner on Pisces Market
JP Jenkins partners with Sapphire Capital, leveraging its new Pisces licence to offer liquidity for private firms like Moju. A major step for UK's private share trading.
Food inflation slows to 3% amid Black Friday deals
UK food inflation eased to 3% in November, down from 3.7% in October, as Black Friday discounts hit shops. However, experts warn of persistent pressures and challenges ahead for retailers and consumers.
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