McDonald's extends run of sales growth
Fast food giant McDonald’s today said it had seen its 17th straight quarter of sales growth in the UK, despite the impact of the World Cup on footfall.
View ArticleLord Heseltine to chair regional growth fund panel
Former Conservative minister Lord Heseltine is to chair a panel which will consider how to spend a £1 billion fund aimed at boosting regional economies, it was announced today.
View ArticleBP puts assets up for sale to raise billions
BP put around 10% of its oil and gas assets up for sale today as the firm looks to raise 30 billion dollars (£19.4 billion) over the next 18 months.
View ArticleInterest rates remain at 0.5%
Bank of England rate-setters underlined their doubts over a strong recovery today as they maintained support for the economy at emergency levels.
View ArticleRolls-Royce chief to step down
ENGINE giant Rolls-Royce announced today that chief executive Sir John Rose was standing down after more than 14 years at the helm.
View ArticleBellway cautious as buyer confidence falters
HOUSEBUILDER Bellway today said it did not expect a pick-up in sales before next spring as buyer confidence has waned.
View ArticleBrit Insurance backs private equity takeover
ENGLAND cricket team sponsor Brit Insurance is set to be taken private after it backed a buy-out deal valuing the company at up to £888 million.
View ArticleAlliance Boots reveals higher sales
HIGH street giant Alliance Boots today said strong sales of make-up and anti-wrinkle creams helped it increase market share in its core health and beauty arm.
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