Pawnbroker Ramsdens has upgraded its annual profit forecast to at least £24 million, driven by an 18% increase in pawnbroking lending and high gold prices boosting demand for jewellery loans.
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Ramsdens pawnbroker raises annual profit forecast to £24-28 million, driven by an 18% loan book growth and strong jewellery sales amid record gold prices.
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Tesco will increase hourly pay for shop and warehouse workers by 5.1% to £13.28, with London rates rising to £14.55, as part of a £200 million investment.
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Britain's second-largest pub group, Greene King, is planning to sell 150 managed sites, close 20, and convert 150 to tenanted pubs amid cost pressures and changing consumer habits.
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The European Union's new 'Travel to Europe' app allows non-EU tourists to pre-register biometric data before arrival, aiming to reduce long queues caused by the Entry/Exit System rollout.
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New research from Harvard Business School reveals speakers with foreign accents receive significantly less engagement, impacting career advancement and organizational decision-making.
Greene King, Britain's second-largest pub group, plans to sell 150 managed pubs, close 20, and convert 150 to tenanted sites amid soaring costs and tough trading conditions.
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The Trump administration suspends the century-old Jones Act shipping requirements for 60 days to mitigate oil market disruptions caused by the Iran war, aiming to lower gas prices and ease cargo delays.
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McDonald's launches the US breakfast favourite McGriddle in the UK alongside a limited-time collectable card game with over one million prizes up for grabs.
A 26.36-carat white diamond sold for £1.009 million in Notting Hill, while the Daily Mail challenges readers to distinguish high-value rings from budget options in a fun quiz.
Lloyds Bank is providing cash incentives of up to £500 for customers who switch their current accounts. The offer requires meeting specific criteria including direct debits and minimum deposits.
Macy's reports stronger-than-expected Q4 profits with comparable sales growth, but CEO Tony Spring warns of economic headwinds from tariffs and the Iran conflict impacting future outlook.
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