Money Moves

UK poultry producers are facing significant challenges this season due to a rise in bird flu cases, which are reportedly worse than during the same period last year. These circumstances are impacting the availability of poultry for the upcoming Christmas season, particularly affecting organic and free-range birds, which are considered more susceptible to infection. Industry […]

Trade negotiations between the European Union (EU) and the United States (US) are scheduled to resume next week after a two-month hiatus. The discussions aim to address unresolved issues stemming from a tariff agreement reached in July. US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer will meet with EU ministers, commissioners, and industry

Duralex, a French glass manufacturer known for its resilient glassware, recently launched a crowdfunding appeal for €5 million (approximately £4.4 million) to ensure the company’s sustainability. The target was reached in under six hours, and pledges have since surpassed €19 million within two days, surprising company officials. François Marciano, the director general, stated they had

A former cabinet minister has called for the Labour government to support delivery workers dismissed for voicing concerns over pay cuts at DPD. Louise Haigh criticized the company for its treatment of self-employed drivers, highlighting that one worker claimed the situation affected their livelihood right before Christmas. She argued that punishing workers for standing up

The Daily Mail’s publisher, Daily Mail and General Trust (DMGT), has announced an agreement to purchase the Daily and Sunday Telegraph for £500 million. This move comes after RedBird IMI, the current owner, put the Telegraph up for sale last Spring. Both parties involved in the transaction expect to finalize the deal shortly. However, a

Environmental groups have raised concerns about the trend of Advent calendars targeted at adults, labeling them as a form of “superfluous consumerism” that contributes to excessive and wasteful consumption. Traditionally, Advent calendars were aimed at children, featuring festive pictures behind each door. However, adult calendars now encompass a wide range of items, from luxury beauty

Recent reports indicate an increase in property down valuations, with some properties being assessed at 10% below their agreed sale prices. Mortgage experts suggest that this trend may be linked to uncertainties surrounding the upcoming budget, prompting surveyors to adopt a more cautious approach in their evaluations. Jonathan Alvarez Herrera from Ayla Mortgages noted a

As Black Friday approaches, experts are urging consumers to be cautious about utilizing “buy now, pay later” (BNPL) offers, particularly amid a growing number of individuals seeking assistance with shopping-related debts. Recent surveys indicate that over one-third of British shoppers plan to use this payment option during the sales period, which is anticipated to generate

A new “recycle and reuse” event, aimed at minimizing costs for families and preventing waste, has been introduced in Coleford, Gloucestershire. This initiative, known as the Forest Exchange, encourages community members to donate items they no longer need, enabling others to benefit from them. The Forest Exchange project offers a variety of items at its

Recent discussions on LinkedIn have centered on gender visibility among users, with some claiming that altering their profile to identify as male led to increased engagement. A collective experiment conducted by several women on the platform emerged after observations suggested that changing their gender to “male” or adopting more traditionally masculine language in their profiles