Aug 23 (Reuters) – The following are the top stories on the business pages of British newspapers. Reuters has not verified these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy. The Times – French President Emmanuel Macron told British Prime Minister Boris Johnson that the Irish backstop was “indispensable” as …
Read More »The Queen’s sweet gifts for Prince George
The Queen is said to have such a soft spot for her great-grandson Prince George that she reportedly leaves presents in his room every time he stays over at Buckingham Palace, according to reports. George, who is third in line to the throne, turns six today (Monday) and a bit …
Read More »UPDATE 1-UK Stocks-Factors to watch on July 18
(Adds company news items, futures) July 18 (Reuters) – Britain’s FTSE 100 index is seen opening 25 points lower at 7,510 on Thursday, according to financial bookmakers, with futures down 0.40% ahead of the cash market open. * OFWAT: Britain’s water regulator called for the country’s utilities to invest the …
Read More »Royal Mail affirms FY targets, sees first quarter in line with view
July 18 (Reuters) – Royal Mail Plc said on Thursday its performance in the first quarter was in line with its expectations and re-affirmed its annual forecast in a short statement ahead of its annual general meeting. The former British postal monopoly had said in May it would expand its …
Read More »Queen to skip Meghan and Harry’s christening of royal baby Archie
With fewer than 25 guests and a complete media blackout in force, the christening of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s first child is the exclusive royal event of the year. So exclusive in fact, that his great-grandmother will be unable to attend due to an unfortuante clash with a …
Read More »‘The rise of right-wing populism won’t hurt my stocks’
Investors have always been drawn to small companies thanks to their potential to grow far more quickly than larger, more established rivals. But for every success story there are many that fail. Smaller company fund managers make a living out of finding diamonds in the rough. This has been the …
Read More »UK retailers expect overseas demand spike this summer, says Royal Mail
This summer, 66% of SME retailers in the United Kingdom expect an increase in sales, and 39% expect to see an increase in overseas sales, according to a June report from the U.K.’s Royal Mail postal service. The retailers surveyed reported that increased demand for summer goods will push the anticipated spike, thanks to warmer weather and vacation season. …
Read More »PRESS DIGEST- British Business – June 27
June 27 (Reuters) – The following are the top stories on the business pages of British newspapers. Reuters has not verified these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy. The Times The former boss of Royal Mail has stepped down from the board of Rio Tinto Plc after less …
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