In the Business News category you will find a wide selection of articles on businesses and their UK commercial properties. These include corporate news stories featuring companies ranging from established market leaders to SMEs and recent start-ups.
After yesterday’s confirmation that it is the subject of a possible takeover bid, reports this morning state that Canary Wharf Group owner Songbird Estates has rejected the overtures. In a statement released in response to media speculation,... Read More
Morrisons has been one of the worst casualties of the supermarket price war, with its late entry into the world of online retailing and emphasis on providing fresh produce rather than lower prices both turning consumers away at a rapid rate. However, despite... Read More
Marks & Spencer (M&S) has continued its poor trading form, confirming its 13th consecutive quarterly sales drop for the second quarter of 2014. The problem still appears to be with the M&S clothing line, which was the primary contributor to... Read More
The UK’s leading supermarkets, already losing market share to discounters, face another blow due to the delayed business rates revaluation due to take place next year, a rating expert warns. According to analysts, members of the Big Four could face... Read More
Last Christmas was something of a disappointment for UK retailers as, although the recession was officially over and disposable income was on the rise, many consumers still felt the need to conserve cash wherever possible. However, following a year in which... Read More
The pub industry has struggled hugely in recent years, with campaign groups such as CAMRA warning that the rate of closures remains high even in the aftermath of the recession. However, there are now signs beginning to emerge that a turnaround is in progress,... Read More
The Scottish high street was one of the worst-hit victims of the recession, as the lower consumer spending power felt throughout the country was particularly pronounced north of the border. Yet fortunately, like most areas of the UK, Scotland is now beginning... Read More
Shopping centre operator Intu Properties has reported continuing improvement in retailer demand, in its interim management statement which was published today. The company also confirmed that its £1.2 billion development programme is on track. Intu,... Read More
The Priory, best known as the celebrity rehab centre of choice, is to open a clinic in the heart of the City as the number of working days lost to stress related illnesses soars. The new Fenchurch Street facility, which will open its doors before the... Read More
As the Airport Commission continues to deliberate on the best option for the future of Britain’s airport capacity, Heathrow claims that public support for an additional runway is growing. According to Heathrow’s holding company, which also operates... Read More
Business News covers more than company results. Of course you will find these stories in this category alongside news of the latest business deals, mergers and administrations. You can also read about director’s bonuses, supermarket price wars and current retail promotions.
We also carry features covering topical issues affecting businesses like the increasing use of smart phones and the impact of social media. And because business involves people we also report on both serious and light hearted issues facing the staff of offices and other commercial properties.
So if this is the kind of news that interests you, you’ll find it here together with regular updates, analysis and background features.
