Category: Business
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Rolling back the years – Business Daily
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What’s the skincare secret to looking younger than your age? Some women swear by skincare products, from day and night creams to serum boosters and glow gels. They all promise anti-aging benefits like reducing or eliminating fine lines and wrinkles, firming the skin, deeply hydrating, improving skin elasticity and protecting…
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Black British Business Awards announce 2024 finalists
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The finalists for the 2024 Black British Business Awards have been announced ahead of the ceremony in October. The BBBAwards return for an eleventh year to celebrate the outstanding achievements of black professionals and business people in the UK. Winners across six industry categories will be revealed at a ceremony…
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Business owners share opinions and look to the future after Labour’s win
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More businesses hope for the best whilst moving with the times As Sir Keir Starmer settles into life at Number 10, the country’s business owners’ wait with bated breath to see if reform will bring positive news to regenerate the economy, the skills and the high street. I’ve heard from…
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Blackstone taps Citi veteran Tyler Dickson for a key role in credit business By Reuters
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(Reuters) – Private equity firm Blackstone said on Tuesday it has hired Tyler Dixon, the former global head of investment banking at Citigroup, to lead client relationships for its credit and insurance unit. The new role will oversee the Institutional Client Solutions team at Blackstone Credit & Insurance (BXCI), and…
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Jonathan Reynolds appointed as new business minister amid calls for SME support
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Jonathan Reynolds has been appointed as the UK’s new Business Secretary following Labour’s general election victory. With Labour making ambitious pre-election promises to support small businesses, all eyes are now on Reynolds to deliver on those commitments and drive economic growth. This appointment comes amid growing expectations and aspirations from…
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Global Blue Releases the Monthly Tax Free Shopping Business Update for June 2024 By Investing.com
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New data from Global Blue reveals that the global dynamic recovery in tax-free shopping has accelerated across continental Europe and the Asia-Pacific region. Globally, the recovery rate of exported store sales was 168%1 in June 2024 compared to the same period in 2019, compared to 163%1 in April/May 2024 and…
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Civics are becoming a 21st-century business skill
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The Fourth of July is a day filled with food, celebrations, and fireworks in the United States, as our nation celebrates the passage of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. But this day celebrates something else, too. Our celebration of Independence Day is an opportunity to reflect on our country,…
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CGI acquires Celero’s business serving credit union clients across Canada By Investing.com
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Stock market symbolsGIBA (TSX)GIP (New York Stock Exchange)cgi.com/newsroom Acquisition expands CGI’s managed services offerings to more than 90 credit unions nationwide Montreal, July 4, 2024 CGI Corporation (TOKYO:GIB.A) (NYSE:GIB) today announced the acquisition of the credit union business of Celro, which serves customers throughout CanadaThis transaction consists of key service…
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Wealthy Britons disillusioned with UK’s business environment, survey reveals
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With polls opening in less than 24 hours, Wealth Club, an investment platform for wealthy and sophisticated investors, has revealed its inaugural UK Wealth Report. The study highlights the current sentiments of UK HNWIs regarding wealth creation, tax policies and the attractiveness of the UK as a business hub. Nicholas…
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Want to lay off staff? Here’s why it might be bad for your business
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Earlier this year, an old story about former Nintendo CEO Satoru Iwata went viral, praising him after his death for agreeing to take a 50 percent pay cut rather than lay off employees. But why is a story from 2013 suddenly making headlines? Perhaps because it offers a stark contrast…
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South African markets cheer Ramaphosa’s ‘business friendly’ cabinet By Reuters
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Written by Bhargav Acharya and Kopano Gombe JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) – South African assets rose sharply on Monday after President Cyril Ramaphosa formed a long-awaited new government that included the former opposition leader and signaled continuity in fiscal policy by sticking by his former finance minister. But some investors said the…
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Simply Asset Finance Secures £120m Loan Facility from Bank of America to Boost UK Business Lending
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Simply Asset Finance has announced a major milestone, securing a £120 million loan facility from Bank of America. This new facility, initially set at £60 million with potential to expand to £120 million, will significantly enhance Simply Asset Finance’s ability to finance businesses across the UK. The agreement strengthens Bank…
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Strong networks are key to success for business owners
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There are many great reasons to start a business – research from American Express reveals that many entrepreneurs start their own business to have the freedom to run their business (51%), enjoy a better work-life balance (42%) and feel happier and more fulfilled (38% ). To ensure long-term business sustainability,…
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Timora Fund appoints Yossi Mautner as VP business development
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Temora Real Estate Fund has appointed Yossi Mautner to the position of Vice President of Business Development as it continues to expand its activities and strengthen its management team. Mautner, whose most recent positions (2018-2022) were CEO and Business Development Director of the Selena Hotel chain in Israel, will lead…
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Business Travel Resurges with a New Focus on ‘Bleisure’
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The pandemic has put business travel on hold, shifting meetings to virtual platforms like Teams. However, business travel today has not only rebounded, but has surpassed pre-pandemic levels, transforming the industry in unexpected ways. The Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) sector is experiencing a significant revival, providing new opportunities…
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Lord Alan Sugar Invests in The Apprentice Star’s Business
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Lord Alan Sugar has officially invested in R Nation, the company run by Rachel Woolford, the recent winner of BBC One’s The Apprentice. Woolford secured a £250,000 investment after defeating Phil Turner in the final of the show, which aired in April. According to documents filed with Companies House, Lord…
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Pavraj takes a bite of meat business with meatless startup
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At the Kenya Meat Expo and Conference held last week, the sweet smell of grilled meat whetted the appetites of many. But in the meat-filled environment lurks a stranger, Paaraj Sehra. While many exhibitors displayed meat products and meat cutting equipment, Pavraj had meat alternative products, made from soybeans and…
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CSLM Acquisition extends deadline for business combination By Investing.com
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CSLM Acquisition Corp. announced (NASDAQ:CSLM), a special purpose acquisition company, announced the deposit of $70,000 into its trust account. The strategic move, announced Monday, extends the company’s deadline to finalize the business combination until July 18, 2024. The company, also known as a blank check company, has the option to…
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How Jake Paul defied FBI raids and YouTube controversy to launch a business empire
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Before the 27-year-old became the third richest content creator, raking in $38 million in 2023 — and challenging boxing legend Mike Tyson in a bout that will be broadcast on Netflix — Paul was Disney’s nightmare employee. After gaining internet fame by creating six-second comedy videos on Vine, Paul was…