The Resilience of UK SMEs - How small businesses can navigate economic challenges
Despite the tough economic challenges that have rattled the UK in recent years, opportunities are ripe for UK SMEs to innovate and flourish like never before.
Outrage as Pilgrim's Food Masters threatens to 'fire and rehire' 1,000 low-paid workers
Pilgrim's Food Masters faces backlash as it threatens to fire and rehire workers under worse conditions, citing "difficult economic condition" as the reason.
Why do 71% of UK professionals wish to return to their pre-Covid employers?
Many UK employees are willing to return to their pre-covid employers. However, managers are reluctant to rehire former staff in the current labour crisis.
UK residents can save up to £60,000 per year on their pensions
From ISAs to pensions, VCTs to EISs, Madeleine Ingram, Director at Calculus, shares how UK individuals can make tax-efficient investments amid the fair of a coming recession.
UK companies are turning to contract workers
As the UK grapples with economic instability and a widening skill gap across various sectors, companies are taking a closer look at their hiring strategies and favouring the employment of temporary staff.
Study reveals three crucial pillars to becoming "Data Leaders"
A recent study by Lenovo and FT Longitude has identified data security, data analytics and data management as the three essential data pillars responsible for success at top global firms.
UK household debt surpasses £2 trillion amid soaring cost of living
Household debt exceeds £2 trillion for the first time in UK history. As consumers struggle with the skyrocketing costs of living, financial literacy hits rock bottom.
UK shoppers turn to discount stores and second-hand shops amid cost of living crisis
UK retail sales rose in February as consumers' confidence reached a one-year high while US market struggles amid banking moves and monetary tightening.
More people are taking advantage of Buy Now Pay Later services
Recent data from Adobe Analytics shows the growth in the demand for online home furnishing and groceries shopping, by shoppers leveraging on Buy Now Pay Later.
Investment analysis expert reveals surprising similarities between young and old investors
Emma Wall of Hargreaves Lansdown reveals younger investors are more interested in tech investments while the older generation are more likely to invest in pharma companies.
Proposed data bill to save UK economy £5 billion in 10 years
A new proposed UK data bill would reduce pointless paperwork for UK businesses and other EU countries could follow suit to ease European companies.
UK investors expect innovation-friendly budget from Jeremy Hunt in 2023
Equity valuations are attractive to investors as UK equities slumped in 2022, while UK investors expect an innovation-friendly budget from the Chancellor.
UK retailers have to be transparent to gain loyalty of customers, says retail experts
Retail experts advise UK retailers to be transparent as customers remain prudent in spending despite increase in retail sales in February.
Public investments responsible for mRNA vaccine advancement, says PVA's Policy Co-Lead
Kamal-Yanni believes pharmaceutical firms exaggerate their investments in mRNA vaccines, as BMJ reveals £26.7 billion US investment in mRNA COVID-19 vaccines.
More than half of UK workers considering side hustle in 2023, study says
As the debate around four-day working week lingers, priorities such as job security and the need to earn more are making more UK workers consider side hustles.
Supply chain expert urges UK retailers to utilise modern technology solutions amid weather crisis
Vice President of Product Marketing, e2open, urges UK retailers to utilise modern technology solutions for logistics management amidst weather crisis.
Work Foundation Director suggests UK economy reforms to make UK employment more inclusive
Ben Harrison suggests long-term investments and reforms for the UK's employment services, as the nation's economic challenges continue to haunt employers and employees alike.
Rebecca Crook admits that 'times are tough for retailers' despite 0.5% retail sales growth
The Chief Growth Officer of CI&T stressed that it is crucial for retailers to up their game to survive this period, as consumers are engaging in prudent buying.
Inflation will add £18 billion to UK non-food retail sales in 2023
Research from Metapack, ShipStation and Retail Economics reveals consumers tend to pay more for less, with inflation adding £18.2 billion to UK non-food sales, regardless of the decline in volumes by 4.9%.
Companies that employ technological innovations will succeed, according to Descartes System Group
Descartes System Group's recent study shows that 65% of companies' intentions to accelerate supply chain and logistics innovation investment.
Scrapping of return train tickets could be difficult for businesses and entrepreneurs
Founder of Social Chain and Fearless Adventures Dominican McGregor expressed worry over the scrapping of return train tickets as it will affect many negatively.
How e-commerce is changing the face of traditional commerce in the UK
Electronic commerce is gradually replacing physical stores in the British economy. However, brick-to-mortar stores are still strong pillars of UK business.
UK-based UX firm Bold Insight marks milestone in style and celebrates first anniversary
Bold Insight is celebrating its one-year anniversary of business in the UK, with more promises of giving its clients the best possible UX services.
Exploring the UK Fashion supply chain crisis
Fashion supply chain characterised by short product life cycle and high volatility as demand in fast-paced industry remain unpredictable since Covid-19.
How the inflation crisis is impacting retail industries in the UK
Businesses in the UK are reinventing the way they run their organizations as industry dynamics change due to unprecedented inflation in the UK.
Millions of people may be violating the law by sharing their Netflix passwords, according to UK IPO
The UK IPO has stated sharing passwords of Netflix, Disney+ accounts may become a criminal offence for individuals involved.
Kenton store organises free Santa's grotto for walk-in customers
Kenton store owners sponsor a get-together to give back to the community this holiday season amidst cost of living crisis.
Bexley pub opens soup kitchen for homeless people amidst inflation
The management of South London Pub opened a soup kitchen to help the homeless amidst inflation and hiring challenges on firms.
UK farmers warn the country is "sleepwalking" to probable food supply crisis
NFU warns the UK government of an impending food crisis amidst rising costs of production as UK food price inflation is to hit 17% by early 2023.
Global tech firm CGI opens operation hub in Newcastle to serve clients worldwide
CGI opens a new office in Newcastle as the multinational IT company aims to foster networking in the North East region through its expansion.
