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Blue-chip bosses in UK earn 183 times more than other employees
Britain’s top companies have a widening pay gap between bosses and average workers, according to a new report. The High…
Changing consumer behaviour hits UK supermarkets
Some of Britain’s top companies could see profits fall by more than a third, and it is all caused by…
Low oil prices force Saudi Arabia to borrow heavily
Although often seen as a country of limitless wealth, budget deficits are forcing Saudi Arabia to borrow more capital from…
PM Cameron looks to boost Asia trade as UK economy gains momentum
UK prime minister David Cameron is in South-East Asia to boost trade links, helping to further boost a UK economy…
What to expect from Osborne's emergency budget this week
All eyes will be on British chancellor George Osborne this week as he unveils the first Budget of the new…
UK government called on to offer more support for exports
Cole Commission report urges UK government to further support and fund small exporters to help reach £1 trillion goal. The…
Restaurant industry turnover up 39 per cent since 2010
The UK restaurant sector has boomed with turnover reaching £21 billion, a 39 per cent increase in five years. Britain’s…
UK accountancy firm growth at highest levels since 2008
Statistics show that the number of new accountancy businesses is increasing at its fastest rate since the recession. The accountancy…
Economists “more important” than analysts, suggests McKinsey
With businesses increasingly turning to economists when it comes to decision making, we explore the ins and outs of economics…
Tesco's record loss: is it time for a fresh look at supermarkets?
In the wake of Tesco’s mega loss, we wonder if it’s time for the death of the big supermarket. Tesco’s…
Bridging the economic North/South divide in the UK
Steps could be taken to narrow the gap between the economies of the North and the South of England. The…
Food companies Heinz and Kraft set to merge
Two global food companies, Kraft and Heinz, are set to merge to create the world’s fifth largest food group. Kraft’s…