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Co-op opens 50 UK stores before Christmas

The Co-op is opening 50 new and refurbished stores across the UK before December 25, urging the government for business rates reform to sustain high street investment.

Foreign ownership of UK firms surges 60%

Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic surge in foreign takeovers of British businesses, with nearly 9,000 UK companies now under overseas control as global investors capitalise on post-Brexit opportunities.

UK growth forecast cut as investment plummets

The EY Item Club warns Britain's economic growth prospects are dimming as business investment retreats following tax rises and policy changes, creating a perfect storm for the UK economy.

UK probes Pfizer and Novo Nordisk investments

The UK government launches a national security probe into major pharmaceutical investments by US-based Pfizer and Denmark's Novo Nordisk, raising concerns about foreign influence in Britain's vital healthcare sector.

Dragons' Den stars bankrupt after £30k investment

Two childhood friends who secured £30,000 on Dragons' Den see their business dreams shattered as their company enters bankruptcy, revealing the harsh reality behind TV success stories.

UK's Drayton Manor Theme Park Listed For Sale

A beloved British theme park with 85 acres of attractions has been listed for sale, offering investors a rare chance to own a piece of UK leisure history amid growing tourism demand.

Gary Neville & Tinie Tempah Join Dragons' Den

Football legend Gary Neville and music icon Tinie Tempah are set to become guest dragons in the new series of BBC's Dragons' Den, bringing fresh perspectives to the entrepreneurial pitch room.

Bezos invests in Sydney Sweeney's lingerie business

Euphoria star Sydney Sweeney secures major investment from Amazon founder Jeff Bezos for her lingerie business while being tipped as potential next Bond girl in entertainment industry power move.

Rachel Reeves courts Gulf states for UK investment

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is actively seeking investment from Gulf nations including Saudi Arabia, raising questions about economic pragmatism versus ethical foreign policy in Labour's new government.

Newcastle: UK's fastest-growing business city

Exclusive analysis reveals Newcastle's remarkable economic transformation, with business growth rates surpassing London and Manchester. Discover the sectors driving this Northern powerhouse revolution.

John Textor launches shock bid to buy Wolves

Eagle Football Holdings chief John Textor confirms exclusive talks to purchase Wolves from Fosun International in dramatic Premier League ownership shake-up that could reshape English football.

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