IMF: Slow and steady growth worthwhile for China
An IMF expert has said that sustainable growth in China would be worth a slower rate of expansion. Concern has…
France seeks German support for economic reforms
France is hoping that German support will help it implement economic reforms. Europe has faced its economic struggles since the…
Lloyds sells off 11.5% more of TSB stake after IPO success
Lloyds Banking Group has continued to sell off its stake in TSB with a further divestment of 11.5 per cent.…
Biggest drop in UK graduate unemployment for 15 years
Graduate career prospects are improving further, after figures showed graduate unemployment is falling even further. Graduates know they have an…
UK e-commerce surge imminent, claims Barclays report
Report released by Barclays claims that a huge rise in e-commerce over the next few years is expected in the…
Virgin founder Richard Branson offers unlimited holidays for staff
Sir Richard Branson says Virgin will stop tracking annual leave for some employees as new working practices look to boost…
India promotes manufacturing sector to encourage investment
India is launching a new campaign to encourage investment in the nation’s manufacturing sector. India has been struggling to keep…
Rockefellers go green with investments
John D. Rockefeller’s heirs are pulling their money out of fossil fuel investments and going green. John D. Rockefeller’s name…
Corporate social responsibility adds to corporate value, says KPMG report
A report from KPMG has highlighted the importance of corporate social responsibility in adding and maintaining business value. Businesses have…
Dubai IFC to issue $700 million Islamic sukuk bonds
Dubai International Finance Centre will be issuing Islamic sukuk bonds worth $700 million next month, it has announced. Dubai has…
Alibaba makes record $25 billion IPO
Alibaba finally posted the world’s biggest initial public offering (IPO) this week after a lengthy build-up. It’s been a long…
Business leaders call for UK minimum wage rise
A group of business leaders have called for a higher minimum wage, and unions have welcomed the news. The UK…