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Argos faces shopper test as retailer undergoes makeover

Argos is being revamped after decades on the high street, as its owners seek to address pressure from newer competitors including Amazon.

4 days ago

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EasyJet agrees £5.7bn takeover by US firm Apollo

EasyJet has agreed to be acquired by Apollo in a £5.7bn takeover after a rival bidder withdrew from the process.

4 days ago

Business

Saudi-led group completes $55bn takeover of EA

A Saudi-led group has completed a $55bn purchase of Electronic Arts, taking the video games company behind The Sims and EA FC into private ownership a...

6 days ago

Business

BP profits reach four-year high as Iran war lifts oil prices

BP has reported its highest profits in four years after higher oil prices strengthened its results, while environmental groups accused the company of...

1 week ago

Business

Chinese robotics firms target UK retail amid labour pressures

BBC News reports that weak productivity growth and labour shortages in Britain are creating opportunities for Chinese robotics companies in the UK ret...

1 week ago

Business

Beauty Pie founder Marcia Kilgore discusses building businesses after leaving university

BBC News reports that Marcia Kilgore, founder of Beauty Pie, Soap & Glory and Fitflop, has spoken about leaving university and creating a series of bu...

1 week ago

Business

AI chip share falls raise questions over market boom

BBC News reports that sharp declines in some chip makers’ shares have prompted questions about whether investor enthusiasm for artificial intelligence...

1 week ago

Business

Greggs profits rise as new salads and matcha drinks lift sales

Greggs reported higher first-half sales and profits after expanding its menu with products including protein-focused salads and iced matcha lattes.

1 week ago