Currys could reveal Black Friday boost or Budget hit in interim results
Electronics retailer Currys will reveal how much impact the recent Budget is likely to have on its sales next week. Investors will hope the chain has carried on a recent financial recovery into the au
Shoppers urged to support small businesses as confidence wobbles
The public is being urged to show support for small businesses as part of an annual event on Saturday, following signs that tax hikes have dented confidence across the sector. Organisers say Small Bus
Keir Starmer: £500m Hitachi deal will relieve anxiety of rail workers
Keir Starmer has said a deal struck by Hitachi which has given a lifeline to hundreds of jobs at a Co Durham train factory will relieve the anxiety of workers.
Small Business Saturday hopes to bring back confidence ahead of new year
Small Business Saturday could boost business confidence this year if Brits once again flock to the streets and show their support, a leading campaign group has said. The hope comes ahead of this year�
The future of the high street lies within collaboration, not competition
What was once a shopping experience to look forward to has become a memory for many: will the high street ever feel the same? For quite some time, the online and in-store worlds have been competing ov
Revolut adds ex-Lord Mayor and KPMG veteran to UK board ahead of bank launch
Revolut has appointed a former Lord Mayor of London and Big Four veteran to its UK board as the fintech giant prepares to launch as a fully-fledged bank in its home market. The London-based banking co
CBI downgrades forecast for UK economy after Budget
The UK economy is set for slower than expected and “unimpressive” growth in 2025 thanks partly to punitive measures introduced in October’s Budget, a leading business group has predicted. The Co
Zopa Bank hunts for fintech acquisitions after £68m fundraise
Zopa Bank is on the hunt for acquisitions as the digital lender looks to step up its challenge to the likes of Revolut, Monzo and Starling ahead of a potential float on the London Stock Exchange. The