>Tens of thousands of businesses categorised as ‘zombie’ companies risk collapse this year, as they contend with severe financial pressures related to high tax rates, increasing employment costs, and declining
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AstraZeneca has announced plans to invest $15 billion in China by 2030, aiming to enhance its manufacturing capabilities and expand research and development. This announcement comes during a visit by
The fast fashion retailer Quiz is teetering on the brink of collapse, grappling with mounting pressures from a substantial tax burden and rising operational costs. Recent reports highlight the precarious
In a significant development, the United Kingdom has announced plans to share intelligence with China aimed at curbing people smuggling across the Channel. The agreement proposes cooperation between the UK’s
Amazon has declared plans to eliminate 16000 jobs across its global operations as part of a second round of layoffs aimed at streamlining the company’s structure. This decision follows an
Popular sports presenter Gary Lineker has taken a significant step in his media career by selling a stake in his podcasting venture, The Rest is Football. This transaction was made
CityFibre, the broadband firm, is set to announce the reduction of hundreds of jobs as it aims to navigate through increasing debt challenges. The company, which reported a record revenue
Nearly 600 jobs have been lost following a deal to rescue the beleaguered Revel Collective, a bar group known for its Revolution, Revolución de Cuba, and Peach pub brands. The
The rise of fried chicken has solidified its place as a favourite among British consumers, driving an increase in sales that now exceeds £2 billion. In recent years, analysis from
Paramount Skydance has announced a new deadline for its hostile tender offer for Warner Bros Discovery. This move continues its campaign against the proposed sale of Warner Bros to Netflix,
A coalition of auditors and shareholder representatives has issued a stern warning to the government regarding the scrapping of the audit reform bill. The decision has raised concerns about the
The iconic British footwear brand Russell and Bromley has been sold to Next in a pre-pack administration deal aimed at rescuing the firm from insolvency. The deal, which allows Next
Rachel Reeves is set to exclude hotels and restaurants from a new financial package aimed at alleviating the impact of rising business rates. This announcement was made at the recent
The ongoing dispute between Elon Musk, the world’s richest individual, and Michael OLeary, chief executive of Ryanair, has taken an unexpected turn, with Musk suggesting the possibility of acquiring the
The world’s largest events company, Informa, has announced an increased revenue outlook for the year, attributing this growth to its strategic focus on the Middle East. Chief Executive Stephen Carter
The Competition and Markets Authority is set to initiate major reforms by proposing the removal of 33 outdated restrictions deemed no longer relevant. This move is expected to benefit over
