Hays eyes cuts in workforce as employment activity dips amid election

Hays PLC on Thursday reported a decline in net fees, saying the UK general election hurt the recruitment market, as it aims to reduce its...

Thu, 11/07/2024 - 11:24


Workspace secures 307 new lettings worth £8.5 million annually

Workspace Group PLC on Thursday reported stable performance during the opening quarter as the company advances efforts to sell non-core assets.

The London-based owner and operator...

Thu, 11/07/2024 - 11:07


Ofwat sets out water price hikes to pay for £88 billion in spending

The UK water-sector regulator on Thursday put forward a proposal that will see household water bills increase on average by £19 annually, in addition to...

Thu, 11/07/2024 - 11:04


Bunzl buys businesses to expand product offering in Spain, Netherlands

Bunzl PLC on Thursday announced it completed its previously announced acquisition of a distributor of surgical and medical devices in Brazil, while it bought two...

Thu, 11/07/2024 - 10:47


Pound at four-month high, water utilities in focus, Jet2 faces some turbulence, relief over Dr Martens and Hays sees profit at bottom end of guidance

“The pound hit a four-month high after better-than-expected UK GDP figures. The new government has placed economic growth at the heart of its policies and...

Thu, 11/07/2024 - 10:21


Aer Lingus pilots to vote on deal for 18% pay rise over four years

Aer Lingus pilots will be ‘better off’ if they agree to a new pay deal, their union said on Thursday.

Pilots in the Irish Air Line...

Thu, 11/07/2024 - 10:15


Poundland owner Pepco says summer stock hit by Red Sea shipping delays

Poundland owner Pepco Group NV has revealed a sales slump over the latest quarter, partly driven by delays in summer stock reaching its stores due...

Thu, 11/07/2024 - 10:14


AIM WINNERS & LOSERS: Titon falls amid subdued housing market demand

The following stocks are the leading risers and fallers on AIM on Thursday.

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AIM - WINNERS

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Totally PLC, up 3.5% at 7.50 pence, 12-month range 3.73p-13.50p. The...

Thu, 11/07/2024 - 10:08


UK must ‘guard against’ risk of Russian retaliation, minister warns

Britain must be ‘incredibly careful’ to avoid retaliation from the Kremlin, the security minister warned after the government signalled UK missiles could be used by...

Thu, 11/07/2024 - 10:07


Global Ports backs takeover by largest shareholder as swings to profit

Global Ports Holding PLC on Thursday said it has agreed to be bought by its largest shareholder, as it reported a swing to an annual...

Thu, 11/07/2024 - 10:01


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