Friday, September 3, 2021

Lorry driver shortage prompts food price rise fear

Wholesalers are facing a "perfect storm" of adverse effects, warns one leading industry figure.

Thursday, September 2, 2021

China set to open new stock exchange in Beijing

The announcement comes as Chinese firms come under intense scrutiny both at home and in the US.

Buy Now Pay Later: 'I'm stressed over debt'

One in ten Buy Now Pay Later shoppers have been chased by debt collectors, Citizen's Advice says.

Coin hoarding at home leads to charity plea

UK residents are hoarding an estimated £50m in loose change, according to UK Finance.

TCS: What does IT giant's new work model mean for India?

IT services giant TCS says it's ready to go back to the office after 18 months - how will that work?

Why picking a good company name is a tricky business

With the number of new start-ups soaring they all have to choose a name for themselves.

Councils hit by bin collection delays due to driver shortage

Some 18 councils across the UK are suffering waste collection delays due to a lack of bin lorry drivers.

GM to idle eight North American plants amid chip shortage

Output will halt at eight plants in the US, Mexico and Canada amid a global shortage of semi-conductors.

Food production in the UK at risk of moving overseas, warns industry

A retail group says shortages of drivers and other staff mean the sector is "just on the edge of coping".

China's media cracks down on 'effeminate' styles

The media regulator says it will shun "vulgar influencers" while casting a spotlight on stars' pay.