The West has been free riding on US defence spending
The West has been free riding on US defence spending for decades. It's no surprise Trump is now calling us to account, writes Paul Ormerod.
Monument Bank partners with fintech Firenze
Monument Bank has entered a partnership with fintech Firenze to boost the lender’s stronghold among its mass-affluent consumer base. The challenger bank gave Firenze a £160m backing with the aim to
UK defence stocks surge after Keir Starmer spending pledge
Stocks in UK weapons manufacturers are having another strong week after Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledged to increase British defence spending to its highest in decades. Starmer announced the “big
Elizabeth Line strikes called off after new pay offer
Strikes planned by train drivers on the London Elizabeth Line this week have been called off, a union has announced. Aslef said on Tuesday the walk-outs would not take place after a new pay offer was
Legal watchdog re-examines Jonathan Reynolds solicitor claim
The legal regulator said it will look at the Jonathan Reynolds claim to be a solicitor again after it became "aware of further information"
Ofgem: Energy price cap will rise in April
Households will pay an extra £9.25 for their electricity each month from April as Ofgem increases its energy price cap by 6.4 per cent. The price cap – which sets a maximum rate per unit and standi
Croda International’s profit slumps as sales take a hit
Croda International reported a slight decline in sales for 2024, with revenue falling one per cent at constant currency to £1.63bn. Excluding Covid-19-related lipid sales from 2023, underlying sales
Unite’s sales boom as student housing demand shows no sign of slowing
Unite Students has reported double-digit growth as demand for student housing continues to far outpace supply. The FTSE 100 firm, which owns and manages university housing, reported earnings of £213.
Smith+Nephew’s profit jumps as transformation play pays off
Smith+Nephew reported revenue growth for 2024, as the company’s 12-Point Plan delivered improved financial performance, better margins, and stronger cash flow. The medical technology reported revenu
Artists, do not be afraid! AI will be good for creativity
AI can open new paths for storytelling. Creatives should welcome, not fear it, writes Outernet CEO Philip O’Ferrall.