Booths: ‘Waitrose of the North’ slashed loss thanks to record sales
High-end supermarket chain Booths slashed its loss as sales passed £300m for the first time in its history. The Lancashire-headquartered company, which can trace its roots back to 1847, has reported
The Works: Arts and crafts retailer’s profit slumped as demand stayed soft
High street arts and craft retailer The Works has reported weaker sales in 2024, leading to a slump in profit. Adjusted earning before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation fell by 30 per cent
Nationwide completes Virgin Money takeover to create high street banking titan
Nationwide has completed its £2.9bn takeover of Virgin Money in the UK's biggest banking merger since the financial crisis amid increasing consolidation among mid-sized lenders.
EY appoints veteran Anna Anthony as new UK boss
Big Four firm EY has appointed Anna Anthony as its next UK and Ireland regional managing partner, replacing Hywel Ball
Tesco Mobile in the red despite sales passing £1bn
Tesco Mobile fell into the red despite its sales passing the £1bn mark during its latest financial year, it has been revealed. The provider, which is a joint venture between the supermarket giant and
James Halstead: Flooring supplier nears ‘dividend king’ status with 49th straight yearly hike
Flooring manufacturer James Halstead is nearing "dividend king" status after hiking investor payouts for almost 50 years straight.