UK Service Sector Growth Hits 7-Month Low
Britain's service sector growth hits weakest pace since January amid falling new orders and rising costs, sparking recession concerns.
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Asahi Acquires Premium Spirits Portfolio in Strategic Expansion
Japan's Asahi Group announces strategic acquisition of premium spirits brands from global beverage giant, marking significant expansion beyond beer market dominance.
Wetherspoon's Tim Martin attacks business rates
JD Wetherspoon chairman Tim Martin launches fresh attack on 'unfair' business rates as the pub giant reveals impressive sales growth and expansion plans across the UK.
Government Shutdown Costs UK Economy Billions
Fresh economic analysis exposes how political gridlock and government shutdowns are draining billions from the UK economy, with businesses and taxpayers bearing the brunt of Westminster's paralysis.
Dragons' Den entrepreneur faces investment deal collapse
A gripping Dragons' Den episode sees ambitious entrepreneur face tough negotiations as investors pull out of major deal. Discover why the panel turned cold on this promising business pitch.
California Business Owners Take On Homeless Crisis
Frustrated California entrepreneurs are implementing radical new approaches to tackle the state's escalating homelessness problem, creating innovative partnerships and solutions that challenge conventional methods.
Café owner faces ruin after 50 burglaries
A small business owner in one of London's wealthiest areas battles financial ruin as relentless criminals target his café in a shocking crime spree that's left him devastated.
Beckham earns £236m in dividends from business empire
Football legend David Beckham's commercial ventures generated a staggering £236 million dividend payout last year, cementing his status as one of Britain's most successful sporting entrepreneurs.
UK Business Crisis: Tax Hikes & Worker Rights Squeeze
British businesses confront a perfect storm as new tax increases and enhanced worker rights legislation create unprecedented pressure on companies already struggling with economic uncertainty.
New York Business Confidence Dips Amid Economic Challenges
Recent economic indicators show New York's business landscape navigating challenges amid shifting market conditions and investor sentiment.
Office worker to £100k gardening entrepreneur
Meet the former office worker who traded high heels for wellies and built a six-figure business transforming gardens across the UK after a life-changing redundancy.
UK broadband costs 10 times European average, BT boss reveals
BT CEO Philip Jansen reveals the UK pays a staggering premium for broadband infrastructure compared to Europe, citing complex regulations and high costs as key factors holding back the nation's digital economy.
Kardashian & Williams Back London Women's Business Club
Exclusive: A-list powerhouses Kim Kardashian and Serena Williams are backing a new private members' club in London, 'The Business Society', aiming to connect elite female entrepreneurs. Discover the details of this high-profile launch.
Derrimut 24/7 Gym Chain Collapse Leaves Members Stranded
The sudden liquidation of the popular Derrimut 24/7 gym chain, linked to high-profile mystery box buyer Adrian Portelli, has left thousands of members stranded and creditors owed millions. Explore the financial turmoil and what it means for the fitness in
Vodafone commission cuts spark mental health crisis warning
Exclusive: Vodafone franchise owners warn that drastic commission cuts are pushing them to the brink, with severe consequences for mental wellbeing and business viability across the UK network.
Jail to £1.9bn: Roxy Jacenko's Husband's Epic Comeback
Oliver Curtis, once imprisoned for insider trading, orchestrates a miraculous financial turnaround, transforming a £250k investment into a colossal £1.9 billion tech enterprise. Discover the inside story of his redemption and staggering success.
Business Destroyed After Charlie Kirk's Viral Video
A California business faces ruin after conservative commentator Charlie Kirk shared a viral video, triggering a woke mob that unleashed a campaign of harassment and threats against the company and its owners.
Co-op Group cuts 400 jobs in major business restructure
The Co-operative Group announces a significant business restructure, cutting 400 roles and creating 300 new positions to drive future growth and efficiency. Full details on the strategic shift.
Private Therapy Costs Soar, Forcing UK Clinics to Reject Patients
Exclusive investigation reveals the devastating impact of the UK's private mental healthcare affordability crisis, with therapists forced to reject patients and NHS waiting lists at breaking point.
How Fax Machines Built Sara Blakely's Spanx Empire
Discover the unconventional secret behind Spanx's meteoric rise. Founder Sara Blakely reveals how her relentless fax machine campaign, not emails, secured her first major retail deal and changed fashion forever.
Royal Mail Price Hike Hits eBay Shoppers from April
eBay shoppers face major delivery cost increases as Royal Mail's new pricing structure takes effect. Learn how the changes impact second-class, signed-for, and international parcels.
Trump's UK expansion plans spark political backlash
Former US President Donald Trump is reportedly exploring significant business ventures in Scotland and England, drawing sharp criticism from Scotland's First Minister John Swinney over environmental and ethical concerns.
Taylor Swift's Billion-Pound Business Empire Revealed
Exclusive insight into Taylor Swift's staggering business portfolio, from record-breaking music rights to savvy brand deals and strategic investments that have built a financial empire beyond music.
Anonymous hero saves Derbyshire village shop from closure
In a heartwarming display of community spirit, an anonymous benefactor in a Derbyshire village has single-handedly rescued a cherished local business from financial ruin, preventing its closure and safeguarding local jobs.
BrewDog's 'Punk' Ethos Fades as Sales Growth Stalls
An in-depth look at the challenges facing BrewDog as sales growth stalls, staff are laid off, and industry experts question if the craft beer pioneer's rebellious image has run its course.
Westminster corner shop run by same family for 140 years
Discover the incredible story of a humble corner shop in Westminster that has served the community for 140 years, surviving wars, economic crises, and changing times while remaining in the same family.
Starmer pressured over £2bn workers' rights bill for businesses
Sir Keir Starmer confronts a major challenge as business leaders warn his New Deal for Working People could cost firms billions. Angela Rayner pushes for swift implementation, setting up a tense Whitehall showdown over the future of UK employment law.
UK's Top Business Management Universities 2025 Revealed
The Guardian's 2025 league table uncovers the best UK universities for Business & Management degrees. Discover which institutions are leading in graduate prospects, student satisfaction, and teaching quality for future business leaders.
£1.5bn Business Rates Rise Threatens UK High Street Shops
Major UK retailers face a £1.5bn business rates hike from April 2026, threatening store closures and job losses as the industry warns of a 'tipping point' for the high street.
Rachel Reeves pledges business rates freeze and overhaul
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Labour's plan to overhaul business rates, freeze the multiplier, and increase the threshold for small business relief, aiming to revitalise Britain's struggling high streets.
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