Merlin profits surge as UK theme parks thrive
Merlin Entertainments reports impressive profit surge driven by strong performance at Thorpe Park and Alton Towers, with visitor numbers exceeding expectations across their UK attractions.
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Lloyds Bank makes £450m profit from Ferrari stake sale
Exclusive analysis reveals how Lloyds Banking Group's patient investment strategy paid off spectacularly with their Ferrari stake, while Citigroup faces Hong Kong regulatory scrutiny in separate banking sector developments.
Ofwat proposes cutting water company profits by £70 per household
Regulator Ofwat proposes cutting water company profits by £70 per household, targeting underperforming firms like Southern Water and Thames Water in major industry shake-up.
BM Homeware Slashes Prices in Profit-Boosting Sale
Popular UK homeware retailer BM launches major price reduction event, cutting costs on household essentials and furniture to drive sales and improve financial performance amid challenging market conditions.
Trader sues over £1.2M bonus after £6B profits
A high-flying City trader is suing his former employers after they allegedly withheld a seven-figure bonus following his team's extraordinary £6 billion profit-making performance during market turbulence.
Aston Martin and JLR report soaring profits and sales
Britain's automotive crown jewels Aston Martin and Jaguar Land Rover deliver stunning financial turnarounds with surging sales and profits, signalling strong global demand for luxury vehicles.
Dyson profits hit £1.4bn despite revenue decline
British technology powerhouse Dyson reports impressive profit growth to £1.4 billion despite revenue decline, showcasing remarkable resilience in turbulent global markets.
Lloyds Group Shutters 53 More Bank Branches
Major banking group announces fresh wave of branch closures across England, Scotland and Wales as customers shift to digital banking, leaving communities concerned about access to cash.
Jamie Oliver pays £2.5m to himself as profits slump
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver and his wife Jools paid themselves £2.5 million despite their restaurant group seeing pre-tax profits fall by 75%. The financial revelations come as the hospitality sector faces ongoing challenges.
Tesco profits soar to £2.3bn amid grocery price concerns
Britain's largest supermarket chain reports staggering profits while shoppers face ongoing cost-of-living pressures, sparking political debate about corporate responsibility.
Thames Water creditors agree £1.6bn rescue deal
Thames Water's creditors have agreed to a crucial £1.6bn financial restructuring plan as Britain's largest water company battles to avoid collapse, while Tesco reports strong profits and markets react to economic uncertainty.
Science publishing crisis: AI 'slop' and huge profits
An investigation reveals how AI-generated research papers and soaring profit margins are pushing academic publishing toward breaking point, threatening scientific integrity worldwide.
Corporate middlemen mask Australian fossil fuel profits
A groundbreaking report exposes how complex corporate structures are masking the real beneficiaries of Australia's lucrative fossil fuel industry, raising concerns about accountability and transparency.
Beckham's £73.4M Record Year: Business Empire Soars
David Beckham's business ventures continue to generate staggering profits as his company DB Ventures reports £73.4 million income, marking his most successful financial year to date.
British Gas owner defends £3.3bn profit amid energy crisis
Centrica CEO Chris O'Shea faces scrutiny as British Gas profits surge while millions struggle with soaring energy bills. Ofgem's price cap adjustments under fire.
British Gas owner profits triple to £3.3bn
Centrica, parent company of British Gas, announces record profits while millions struggle with soaring energy bills, sparking political controversy and calls for windfall taxes.
Michelle Mone's Secret £29m PPE Profit Revealed
Explosive documents reveal Baroness Michelle Mone and her children secretly profited £29m from PPE Medro, the company she lobbied government to award massive pandemic contracts.
Dyson profits plummet 50% in challenging year
British tech giant Dyson faces a challenging year with profits nearly halving to £447m, as founder Sir James Dyson warns of 'difficult global conditions' impacting the premium appliance market.
JD Sports profits fall as consumer finances strained
JD Sports Fashion reports a sharp drop in annual profits and sales, blaming the cost-of-living crisis for dampening consumer demand for trainers and athleisure wear.
Kingfisher profits beat forecasts as DIY boom continues
Kingfisher, owner of B&Q and Screwfix, reports better-than-expected profits as UK consumers continue DIY and home improvement projects, defying economic pessimism.
Kingfisher profits slump as UK DIY boom fades
Owner Kingfisher reports a sharp 22.5% drop in half-year profits as post-pandemic demand for home improvement shrinks, with sales falling across its B&Q and Screwfix chains.
Myer Profits Plummet 35% in Challenging Retail Climate
Australian department store giant Myer reports a dramatic 35% fall in full-year net profit, citing intense competition and cost-of-living pressures. The retailer's outlook remains cautious amidst challenging market conditions.
Lloyds slashes free overdraft from £250 to £50
Lloyds Banking Group shocks customers by reducing its interest-free overdraft buffer from £250 to a mere £50 from November, impacting millions across Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland accounts.
Shocking New Bank Scam Drains Accounts Without Detection
UK banking customers are being targeted by sophisticated 'withdrawal' scam that bypasses security. Victims report losing thousands as fraudsters exploit system loopholes. Essential reading to protect your savings.
Commonwealth Bank outage locks millions out of online banking
Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) customers were left stranded as a planned maintenance event spiralled into a full-scale online and app banking outage, disrupting payments and access for millions.
UK Banks Offering Up to £200 FREE Cash for Switching
Major UK banks are offering cash incentives up to £200 for customers who switch their current accounts. Discover which banks are paying and how to claim your free cash before the deals vanish.
Bank of America UK: Pay Rises Amid Branch Closures
Exclusive: Bank of America announces a major pay increase for its UK staff while quietly accelerating a programme of local branch closures, raising questions about the future of high street banking.
£22bn Energy 'Privatisation Premium' Hits UK Households
Exclusive analysis reveals energy firms paid £22bn more to shareholders than rivals in Europe, creating a 'privatisation premium' directly funded by soaring UK household bills.
Temu's UK Revenue & Profits Soar in Stunning Growth
Chinese online marketplace Temu more than doubled its UK revenues to £1.1bn and saw pre-tax profits skyrocket in its first full year of operation, new filings reveal. Discover the strategy behind its rapid conquest of the British retail market.
Airlines Ban Passengers for Using Power Banks Onboard
Major UK airlines are enforcing strict new bans on passengers caught using power banks during flights, citing critical fire risks. Discover the safety rules you must follow to avoid being barred from future travel.
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