Business
George Osborne Shortlisted for HSBC Chair Role in Surprise Move
Former UK chancellor George Osborne has emerged as a surprise contender to become the next chairman of HSBC Holdings, one…
UK SMEs Show Growing Optimism Amid Persistent Cost Pressures Ahead of Autumn Budget
Almost half of UK small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are optimistic about the year ahead, according to new research from…
UK Faces Productivity Challenge as Skills and Management Gaps Limit Growth
The UK is still grappling with what economists call the “productivity puzzle.” Since the 2008 global financial crisis, growth in…
Co-op to Open or Refurbish 50 Stores Ahead of Christmas in £200 Million Investment Drive
The Co-op has unveiled plans to open or refurbish 50 stores before Christmas, as part of a wider programme that…
UK Steel Tariffs Spark Rift Between Producers and Manufacturers
When Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds introduced sweeping tariffs on steel imports this summer, the policy was widely welcomed as a…
Government Weighs New Reporting Rules for Small Firms Amid Fraud Concerns
The government is still considering whether to require small and micro companies to publish full profit-and-loss accounts for the first…
