Diana’s niece bets on rosé with a one-shop Knightsbridge launch
Lady Eliza Spencer launches Lala V Rosé exclusively at Hackstons in Knightsbridge. What the one-store strategy signals for premium drinks brands.
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Backing female founders beats the market, six years of data show
New research shows backing female-led businesses drives UK growth, with Investing in Women Code investors outperforming the market for a sixth year.
Japan pledges £18bn, but HMRC’s small print could send it elsewhere
Japanese investment worth over £18bn is heading for the UK, but HMRC's stance on visa costs and health insurance could deter it, warns Blick Rothenberg.
Corruption suspected at Ukrainian shipping giant – media
The Ukrainian state Danube Shipping Company has been plagued by corruption “for decades,” according to a leaked letter Read Full Article at RT.com
Heathrow travel confidence hit as Middle East conflict and rising air fares reshape passenger demand
The latest 1ST Airport Taxis Travel Confidence Index suggests the conflict in the Middle East, coupled with rising airline ticket prices, has weakened travel confidence among UK travellers during April,…
Zuber Issa snaps up 85 Prax forecourts in dash to rebuild fuel empire
Zuber Issa has bought 85 forecourts from the collapsed Prax Group, taking EG On The Move to 285 sites. What the deal means for forecourt operators.
Gas prices leap 5% as Trump declares Iran ceasefire ‘over’
Wholesale gas prices jumped 5% after Donald Trump declared the Iran ceasefire over, reviving fears of another energy cost shock for UK businesses.
John Lewis calls time on currency desks, putting 200 jobs at risk
John Lewis job cuts put around 200 roles at risk as it plans to close in-store currency desks and gift wrapping, blaming the shift to digital payments.
23andMe breach victims land $47m payout from firm’s new owner
Victims of the 23andMe data breach will share a $46.75m payout after a US court ruling. What the case means for UK firms holding sensitive customer data.
Robotic harvesting pioneer Dogtooth secures £14m to help growers beat labour shortages
Dogtooth Technologies raises over £14m to scale AI-powered robotic harvesting as UK growers battle seasonal labour shortages. What it means for SMEs.