English councils sell assets to avoid bankruptcy
Survey reveals most English councils are selling public assets like sports centres to fund soaring social care costs, with many also planning council tax hikes.
Survey reveals most English councils are selling public assets like sports centres to fund soaring social care costs, with many also planning council tax hikes.
New data reveals Sony's PlayStation exclusives are dominating PS5 sales charts, proving their ongoing importance despite industry claims to the contrary. Discover the top performers.
UK housebuilder Taylor Wimpey reports 11% sales decline as budget uncertainty deters buyers. Order book value stands at £2.1bn amid challenging market conditions.
Gamers react to Sony's underwhelming State of Play Japan showcase while debating PS5 sales impact on exclusives. Join the conversation about gaming's future.
Singing Wicked dolls and manga Lego lead Christmas lists as adult collectors account for 43% of UK toy purchases. Discover this year's top festive picks.
Oxford Instruments shares jumped nearly 10% as the FTSE 250 firm recovered from early-year disruption. Revenue fell 7.9% to £185.5m, but strong order momentum and semiconductor sales boosted investor confidence.
UK grocery inflation eased to 4.7% as supermarkets launch pre-Christmas promotions. Discover which items are seeing the fastest price rises and falls.
UK retailers face a tense November with Black Friday sales and the Autumn Budget. New data reveals sluggish retail sales and rising unemployment. Stay informed on the latest market analysis.
UK retail sales growth slowed to 1.6% in October, the weakest since May, as consumers tighten spending ahead of the Autumn Budget. Retailers pin hopes on Black Friday boost.
UK retail sales growth slowed to 1.6% in October as consumers delayed spending ahead of Black Friday deals and the upcoming budget. Discover the impact on consumer confidence.
A West London convenience store has been stripped of its alcohol licence after being caught selling spirits to an underage teenager during a police-led test purchase operation.
Get ready for incredible deals! Argos launches its mega Black Friday sale with jaw-dropping discounts on electronics, home appliances, beauty products and toys. Don't miss these limited-time offers.
New analysis reveals UK households are continuing to invest in electric vehicles, solar panels and heat pumps even as political support wavers and public polling dips.
Signet Jewelers and Watches of Switzerland face challenging times as consumer spending slows and competition intensifies in the UK jewellery market.
Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk has cut its sales and profit forecasts for the second time in three months, sending shockwaves through the healthcare sector as demand for its blockbuster weight-loss drugs shows signs of slowing.
Get ready for massive savings! Hisense's Black Friday 2024 sale brings incredible discounts on premium TVs, smart appliances, and home entertainment systems across the UK.
Discover which video game console has claimed the ultimate crown in gaming history and why its legacy continues to dominate the industry decades later.
Nintendo's next-generation console hits staggering sales milestone while Mario Kart World becomes the fastest-selling game in franchise history, reshaping the gaming landscape.
Former President Donald Trump's speaking engagement at Washington's Kennedy Centre suffers dramatic ticket sales decline, raising questions about his commercial appeal post-presidency.
British fashion giant Next reports impressive 8.6% full-price sales growth in latest quarter, outperforming market expectations as customers return to physical stores and embrace new collections.
Tech titans Apple and Amazon deliver impressive quarterly results, beating Wall Street expectations as iPhone sales surge and AWS cloud services maintain dominance despite economic headwinds.
In a stunning display of corporate resilience, Apple and Amazon have delivered financial results that far exceeded market forecasts, sending shockwaves through the tech industry and boosting investor confidence.
Apple reports unexpected Q4 revenue decline as iPhone demand softens, raising concerns about the tech giant's growth trajectory in competitive markets.
From obscure Japanese jazz to legendary rock demos, discover the astonishing vinyl records that commanded five-figure prices in October's collector market.
Fashion giant Next surprises markets with second profit upgrade, suggesting British shoppers remain resilient despite economic pressures. Strong third-quarter sales point to potential retail sector recovery.