WPP posts biggest one-day share gain since its 1995 flotation
First-half operating profit of £398m came in more than 13% above analyst consensus, and the second-quarter revenue dec…
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NewestEuropean shares head for best week since June as profits beat forecasts
The STOXX Europe 600 is on course for a 1.4% weekly gain after closing at a record on Tuesday. Second-quarter earnings…
A chipmaker up 414% leads Europe's best-performing shares of 2026
Soitec is the strongest constituent of the STOXX Europe 600 so far this year despite annual revenue falling 34%, as in…
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Rail disruption runs into second day after Manchester control centre loses power
A 90-second power cut on Thursday afternoon knocked out the main signalling hub for north-west England. Network Rail h…
Markets pause before US payrolls as yields and the dollar edge higher
Wall Street's rally stalled ahead of Friday's employment report, with nonfarm payrolls expected to rebound to around 8…
Trump imposes 15% tariff on key chip material to counter China
The move aims to protect US firms as they face increasing competition from China's chip industry.
Why airlines are warning over lithium-ion batteries
The airline industry wants passengers to be careful when travelling with lithium ion batteries.
Argos is getting a makeover - but can it attract new shoppers?
The retailer has been around for 50 years but struggled to compete with newer rivals such as Amazon. Can its new owner…
EasyJet agrees to £5.7bn takeover by US firm
The no-frills carrier agrees to be bought by US firm Apollo after a rival suitor drops out.
First OpenAI, now Meta - why do AI hacks keep happening?
A flood of companies are revealing AI models gained access to the internet - with real consequences.
Hospital staff work in pubs to balance cost pressure
The cost of parking at Medway Maritime Hospital has increased while shift wages have reduced by 20%.
Shorts, strappy tops and sandals: What is acceptable to wear to work?
Here's how to style for success while keeping your cool - and where you and your boss stand on your wardrobe.