Category : Corporate


Brewdog Co-Founder James Watt Terminated After Sale

James Watt, co-founder of Brewdog, has been terminated as director following the craft beer firm's acquisition by US cannabis giant Tilray, marking his complete exit from the company he helped establish in 2006.

Blackstone Buys Senior in £1.3bn Aerospace Takeover

A Blackstone and Tinicum consortium has agreed to acquire FTSE 250 engineer Senior for £1.3bn, highlighting private equity's growing interest in UK aerospace and defence supply chains amid rising global demand.

Investment Trusts Push FCA for Rule Changes Against Activists

Edinburgh Worldwide Investment Trust chair Jonathan Simpson-Dent leads a campaign urging the Financial Conduct Authority to tighten rules protecting trusts from aggressive activist campaigns, following repeated challenges from hedge fund Saba Capital.

JPMorgan's New ECM Boss Targets European Crown

JPMorgan Chase has appointed a new head for its European equity capital markets division, with a strategic focus on regaining its top position in the region's competitive financial landscape.

UK Firms Risk Losing B Corp Status After Standards Overhaul

Dozens of UK companies may lose their B Corp ethical certification following a major standards overhaul by B Lab. The new rigorous process requires meeting non-negotiable standards across seven categories, with third-party audits verifying compliance.

Musk Uses SpaceX IPO to Push Grok AI on Banks

Elon Musk is requiring banks involved in SpaceX's massive IPO to purchase subscriptions to Grok AI, creating a unique distribution channel while raising capital for the space company's historic public offering.

London Pride CEO Sacked for Voucher Misuse

Christopher Joell-Deshields, former CEO of Pride in London, has been dismissed after allegations he spent £7,125 of volunteer vouchers on luxury goods like Apple products and perfume.

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