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Profits fall at pub owner

Impact of rising costs sees profits drop at Fuller Smith & Turner but firm remains confident and raises dividend More...

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Sales decline and job losses rise

Retail spending shrank 0.1% in October while companies such as Rolls-Royce and AstraZenca announce job cuts More...

Mothercare reports strong profit gain

Boosted by its international sales, the UK specialist retailer has hiked its dividend 24.3% on the back of 93.9% increase in pre-tax profits More...

Experian earnings increase 8%

Credit check provider reports rise in earnings and forecasts it can continue to do so despite challenging market conditions More...

British Land’s property values fall

UK property developer’s profits grow but sees valuation write downs of more than 10% while its NAV per share drops 22% More...

Carphone Warehouse considers split

Carphone Warehouse mulls splitting its distribution and fixed line businesses, despite facing tough economic conditions and slowing markets. Read the full story...

Easyjet profits down 35%

Higher fuel costs push easyJet profits down from £191m to £123m as row escalates with founder. More...

Avis and Accident Exchange lower expectations

Avis Europe and Accident Exchange expect lower profits as rising fuel costs and recession force car renters to take public transport. More...

Workspace posts losses as property values drop

Small business accommodation group cuts costs and capital expenditure as economic conditions deteriorate More...

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