Gail's Bakery to open 35 new locations amid £500m sale talks
Dec 3, 2024 · Gail’s Bakery is set to expand its presence with plans to open 35 new outlets across England in its current financial year, while also exploring a potential £500m sale. The London-based company has seen significant growth, opening 21 new shops in the last 12 months and witnessing a revenue increase from £181.7m to £231.7m, as reported by City AM.
All about Lawrence Stroll: The billionaire behind Aston Martin and …
Apr 12, 2021 · Billionaire Lawrence Stroll has come to the fore as the man heading one of the UK's most prestigious brands. Here we look at how he made his fortune and what his plans are for Aston Martin and the F1 racing team that bears its name. Stroll's leadership at Aston Martin In 2020 Stroll led a £182m investment in Aston Martin for a 20% stake in the company, becoming executive chairman in the process.
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UK fintech funding races ahead of Europe as sector looks for 2025 ...
Jan 9, 2025 · The UK's fintech sector was beaten by only the US on total investment last year despite a sharp fall in funding on 2023 levels.
UK economy's rollercoaster year: From rapid growth to recession …
Jan 1, 2025 · The UK economy is expected to grow 1.3 per cent in 2025, but what happened to the strong momentum seen earlier in the year?
Sunday Times Rich List 2024: These are the wealthiest people in …
May 17, 2024 · Tech tycoon Sir James Dyson and his family are the wealthiest people in the West of England despite experiencing losses of £2.2bn over the last year, the latest Sunday Times Rich List has revealed. Britain’s best-known inventor, who has just launched a £600 electric mop, has a fortune of £20.8bn - down from £23bn in 2023. Mr Dyson, who is famed for products including his high-tech vacuum ...
Ones to Watch in 2025: The West Midlands' rising stars who could …
Jan 2, 2025 · Outdoor dining events, next gen AI and pioneering solutions for waste plastic - these are just some of firms who our panel of experts says will be making waves in 2025 in our annual Ones to Watch list
IAG shares set to benefit as British Airways pushes ahead with …
Dec 23, 2024 · Analysts are positioning IAG shares as a strong pick for 2025, buoyed by British Airways' ambitious £7bn overhaul strategy. Panmure Liberum anticipates that BA will achieve its "ambitious" operating margin enhancement objectives, aiming for 15 per cent by 2027, compared to 10 per cent in 2023. The airline, which serves as IAG's flagship brand, detailed an extensive range of upgrades at a ...
Haven holiday parks owner slips into the red after selling Butlin's
Sep 4, 2024 · The group that owns Haven holiday parks and Warner Leisure Hotels has slipped into the red, following the sale of Butlin's. Newly filed accounts with Companies House reveal Bourne Leisure, owned by investment giant Blackstone, has reported a pre-tax loss of £166.5m for 2023, compared to a profit of £64.9m in 2022.
Government open to change on electric vehicle rules after …
Dec 24, 2024 · The consultation follows warnings from Nissan, which had said the Government’s zero emissions vehicle (ZEV) mandate put jobs and investment into its Sunderland plant at risk. The mandate sets out the percentage of electric vehicles that firms had to sell, with significant penalties if they did not meet them. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander is asking for views from industry on how to ...