BUSINESS

UK Boosts Support to Business Women in Africa

Posted: 20 January 2020

The UK is boosting support to female entrepreneurs in Africa, helping them overcome barriers to starting businesses and connecting them to global market.

"Green" Davos Opening Today to Tackle Climate Change

Posted: 20 January 2020

Climate change and environmental destruction top the risks highlighted by world decision-makers at Davos.

City of London to Mobilise Billions of Pounds of Investment to Transform Africa

Posted: 20 January 2020

Billions of pounds of investment in Africa will be generated by the City of London under initiatives announced by International Development Secretary Alok Sharma.

New UK-Africa Partnerships to Deliver More Investment, Jobs and Growth

Posted: 19 January 2020

On 20 January 2020 the UK will host the UK-Africa Investment Summit in London.

Top Global Risks Today Are Environmental

Posted: 18 January 2020

According to Global Risks Report 2020, climate-related risks overshadow all other risks.

US$1 trillion

Posted: 17 January 2020

Google’s parent Alphabet hits US$1 trillion market value, becoming the fourth US company to touch this record alongside fellow tech giants Apple, Microsoft and Amazon.

Davos 2020 Agenda: Stakeholders for a Cohesive and Sustainable World

Posted: 17 January 2020

World's leaders are gathering in Davos to discuss key changes shaping business and society. Sustainability is their most urgent priority.

Sources of Finance for Small and Medium Businesses

Posted: 14 January 2020

When starting or expanding a business, a crucial question is where to raise the finance.

British MPs Finally Approve Brexit Deal

Posted: 9 January 2020

Lawmakers approved legislation which will allow Britain to leave the European Union on Jan. 31 with an exit deal, ending more than three years of tumult over the terms of the unprecedented divorce.

US$3.4t

Posted: 9 January 2020

Private equity firms now manage commitments of nearly US$3.4t globally, up from less than US$500b in 2000.

Prince Harry and Wife Meghan to 'Step Back' from Being Senior Royals and 'Become Financially Independent'

Posted: 8 January 2020

Britain’s Prince Harry and his wife Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, announced on Wednesday that they intend to step back as senior members of the British royal family.

67 Tech Firms Represent UK at CES in Las Vegas

Posted: 7 January 2020

UK technology firms to showcase British innovation at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, including 12 start-ups from the Northern Powerhouse.