(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 »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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