Westminster Third Most Expensive UK City for Overnight Stay
New research reveals Westminster is the UK's third priciest city for a one-night break, with a total cost of £253, driven by high everyday spending on food and drinks.
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Mums Choose Ickle Bubba Luxe Travel System for Style & Safety
Discover why modern mums favour the Ickle Bubba Stomp Luxe travel system, offering luxury, safety, and practicality for effortless parenting outings.
Argentex Collapse Leaves Creditors with £113m Loss
The collapsed financial broker Argentex has left creditors facing a staggering £113 million in losses, according to recent reports from London's financial sector.
Goldman Sachs Wealth Boss Boosts Private Markets Allocations
Goldman Sachs' EMEA wealth management head is increasing allocations to private markets, aiming to enhance returns for clients amid volatile public markets.
Audit Leaders Slam Government Reform U-Turn
Senior audit figures criticise the government's reversal on key reform proposals, calling the decision illogical and damaging for financial oversight.
BlackRock Wealth Head Joins HarbourVest in EMEA Move
BlackRock's head of wealth management for Europe, Middle East, and Africa has left the firm to join HarbourVest Partners, marking a significant talent acquisition in the competitive asset management sector.
FCA Requires 50% Office Attendance for Employees
The Financial Conduct Authority has increased its office attendance requirement to 50% for staff, marking a significant shift in post-pandemic work policies in the UK financial sector.
Eisler Portfolio Managers Depart: Where Are They Now?
A significant number of portfolio managers have left Eisler Capital, raising questions about their destinations and the firm's future strategy in the competitive hedge fund landscape.
Aberdeen Outflows Widen to £3.9bn
Aberdeen Asset Management reports widening outflows of £3.9bn, reflecting ongoing challenges in the investment sector amid market volatility and client withdrawals.
Quilter Inflows Rise Despite Budget Confusion
Quilter reports a significant increase in net inflows for Q1 2024, driven by strong platform performance, even as clients face confusion over recent budget announcements.
Independent to Run London Standard Newspaper
Lord Lebedev's London Standard is negotiating a contract with Independent Media to run its digital and commercial operations, while maintaining a weekly print edition with a core team.
Gatwick Runway Approval Faces High Court Challenge
Campaign groups argue the transport secretary's approval of Gatwick's £2.2bn second runway contains contradictory environmental findings in High Court judicial review.
Leapmotor B10 Review: Value-Focused Electric SUV
The Leapmotor B10 electric SUV offers impressive value, starting at £29,995 with a 270-mile range. This review covers its features, performance, and improvements over the C10 model.
Investment Trust Rejects Hedge Fund's Board Takeover
Edinburgh Worldwide Investment Trust shareholders overwhelmingly reject Saba Capital's resolutions to replace the board, ending Boaz Weinstein's latest activist campaign.
Five-Point Business Health Check for 2026 Success
Expert guidance on treasury and risk management to help UK businesses prepare for economic uncertainties, interest rate changes, and foreign exchange volatility in 2026.
Musk Flirts with Ryanair Acquisition
Elon Musk suggests buying Ryanair and firing CEO Michael O'Leary in a social media poll, escalating a public feud over in-flight wifi technology.
Guavapay Founder Quits Before Mastercard Court Case
London fintech Guavapay's founder Orkhan Nasibov resigns as director ahead of court battle with Mastercard, following FCA intervention over compliance concerns.
FTSE 100 Bank Bosses Brace for Earnings Interrogation
Lloyds, HSBC, Barclays and NatWest chiefs prepare to defend strategic overhauls amid cost pressures, market challenges and geopolitical uncertainty as earnings season begins.
Reeves Pitches UK Stability at Davos Forum
Chancellor Rachel Reeves promotes Britain as a stable haven to global investors at Davos, despite domestic economic challenges and international uncertainty.
Global Minimum Tax Holds Despite US Exemption
The OECD's Pillar 2 global minimum tax rules have been preserved despite a controversial US exemption, though geopolitical tensions reveal limits of international cooperation.
FTSE 100 Dips on Inflation Spike and Trump Davos
UK inflation rises unexpectedly to 3.4%, pressuring stocks as FTSE 100 falls. Donald Trump heads to Davos amid tariff threats against European nations over Greenland.
UK Inflation Overshoots Forecasts in Cost of Living Warning
UK inflation unexpectedly rose to 3.4% in December, exceeding economist predictions and presenting challenges for Bank of England interest rate decisions amid persistent cost of living pressures.
Wetherspoon Shares Sink After Business Rates Hit
JD Wetherspoon shares fell sharply after revealing soaring costs from business rates and other expenses will dent annual profits, highlighting wider hospitality sector struggles.
Currys Shares Soar on Strong Christmas Trading
Currys shares jumped 5% after the tech retailer reported robust Christmas sales, defying wider high street gloom with growth in UK and Nordic markets.
FCA Office Attendance Policy Sparks Staff Backlash
The Financial Conduct Authority has informed thousands of employees they must work at least 50% of their time in offices from September, risking renewed industrial action threats.
Netflix Boosts Warner Bros Discovery Offer
Netflix has revised its takeover bid for Warner Bros Discovery to an all-cash offer, aiming to accelerate shareholder approval amid competition from Paramount.
Next Close to Russell & Bromley Takeover Deal
FTSE 100 fashion giant Next and partner Retail Realisation could finalise acquisition of 145-year-old shoe retailer Russell & Bromley as soon as Wednesday, Sky News reports.
Netflix Shares Fall Despite Warner Bros Bid Changes
Netflix shares fell 5% despite record subscriber and revenue figures, as investors reacted nervously to simplified Warner Bros takeover terms and forward guidance.
UK Inflation Up to 3.4%, First Rise in Five Months
UK inflation increased to 3.4% in December, the first rise in five months, driven by higher food, tobacco, and airfare costs, with expectations for a slowdown ahead.
Home Bargains Croydon Store Opening Date Announced
The new Home Bargains store in Croydon will open on January 24, creating 55 jobs. The 11,550 sq. ft discount retailer is part of the company's expansion plans across the UK.
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