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03.01.2023 - 16:00
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Sky News
Fresh produce led food inflation to ‘record high’ ahead of Christmas
Food inflation hit a record annual rate in December as cash-strapped households prepared for Christmas, according to a retail sector report.The latest British Retail Consortium-NielsenIQ shop price index showed typical food grocery costs up 13.3% last month compared with December 2021. The rate had stood at 12.4% in November.The data showed fresh food costs contributed …
03.01.2023 - 14:21
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Sky News
More than five million people have less than a month to submit tax return – or face a fine
Around 5.7 million people have less than a month to submit their tax return or face a fine, according to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC). By 31 January, more than 12 million taxpayers are expected to file a return for the 2021/22 tax year. People who miss the 31 January deadline could face an initial …
03.01.2023 - 14:05
Business
Sky News
Troubled Cineworld denies talks with Odeon owner and says it will focus on group sale
Crisis-hit Cineworld has denied claims by the owner of rival Odeon that they have held talks over the sale of cinemas, saying it intends to sell the group as a whole and is yet to begin the process.AMC Entertainment said last month that it had backed out of negotiations with Cineworld on the purchase of …
03.01.2023 - 11:45
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Sky News
Sharpest fall in manufacturing since the global financial crash
British manufacturers recorded one of the largest drops in activity since the global financial crash, latest economic data showed.Last month manufacturing companies saw falls in output, job losses and a decline in the numbers of new orders – while prices continued to rise, but at a slower rate than before. Energy costs rose throughout 2022, …
03.01.2023 - 10:58
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Sky News
UK airlines more likely to have delays than their rivals in Europe and around the world
UK airlines are more likely to have delays compared to their rivals in Europe and around the world, figures for the past year show.A British operator didn’t make any of the leaderboards when the aviation analytics company Cirium put together the top 10 airlines and airports for avoiding delays in 2022. Cirium put together separate …
03.01.2023 - 09:35
Business
Business Live
Newcastle deep ocean consultancy works with Avatar director James Cameron
A Newcastle-based deep ocean and science consultancy has developed a connection with Hollywood director James Cameron. Armatus Oceanic, which is based in the National Centre for Subsea and Offshore Engineering in Wallsend, featured the Avatar filmmaker on the company podcast, The Deep-Sea Podcast. Best known for his films such as The Terminator and Titantic, Mr …
03.01.2023 - 09:28
Business
Business Live
The 23 companies in Wales to watch in 2023
There are thousands of firms in Wales with huge growth potential. Here we provide a snapshot of 23 firms who we think could have a very successful year in 2023. Our list appears in alphabetical order. Agam Shabnam Wazed founder and CEO of Agam Fintech start-up Agam relocated from London to Cardiff in November on …
03.01.2023 - 09:18
Business
Evening Standard
Hotel Chocolat seeks to reverse botched Japanese expansion with new deal
Hotel Chocolat today sought to reverse the fortunes of its botched Japanese expansion after signing a strategic partnership with Tokyo-based Eat Creator Corporation.Under the deal, Eat Creator will manage localised chocolate-making facilities, as well as operate 21 branded stores. Hotel Chocolat will hold a 20% stake in the venture and collect brand royalty revenues.The retailer …
03.01.2023 - 09:12
Business
Evening Standard
Poke House plans fundraise worth £44 million and eyes up Middle East
The boss of restaurant chain Poke House said it is planning to launch a funding round worth up to 50 million euros (£44 million) as the business continues to eye up opportunities to grow.Matteo Pichi, the group’s chief executive and co-founder, told the PA news agency he wants the chain to remain a global leader, …
03.01.2023 - 09:11
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Business Live
Tough financial outlook for rail sector and Transport for Wales
It is likely that 2023 will be another challenging year, in economic and financial terms, for transport users, transport companies, Welsh Government and Transport for Wales (TfW). The rail dispute is an ironic challenge for rail users in Wales. Welsh Government ministers approved a pay increase of 6.6% to 9.5% (depending on grades) and some …
03.01.2023 - 08:56
Business
Evening Standard
Cineworld denies talks with Odeon owner over sale of its cinemas
Shares in Cineworld have tumbled further after it denied being in talks with Odeon owner AMC Entertainment over a potential buyout – despite AMC saying it backed out of negotiations with the troubled cinema rival last month.Cineworld would not comment on who AMC claims to have spoken to over a possible sale of its cinemas, …
03.01.2023 - 08:41
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Business Live
Former headquarters of PlayStation maker Sony up for sale
The former headquarters of PlayStation maker Sony has been put up for sale. The building, in Stephenson Way on Wavertree Technology Park, has been put on the market for an undisclosed sum. Sony had been based at the park for almost 27 years before relocating in 2022 to a new office in the Liverpool ECHO’s …
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