Today's North West business news from Insider |
Latest News | A Queen's Award-winning online wholesaler of eyelashes and associated goods secured a funding boost at the "perfect time", its founder has told Insider, as the business looks to move to the next level. Read More… |
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The coronavirus crisis has been an unprecedented challenge for humanity and a shock to the global economy. We expect to see trends developing in five areas: family and asset protection, succession planning, relocation, digitalisation, and financial & liquidity planning. James Bailey & Glenn Branney from Julius Baer International offer their advice. Read More… |
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The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has found that the £6.8bn acquisition of Asda by a consortium including the owners of Euro Garages and private equity firm TDR Capital may lead to higher petrol prices. The buyers now have five working days to offer legally binding proposals to the CMA to address the competition concerns identified. Read More… |
Home cleaning specialist Fabulosa is set for further expansion after securing a major funding boost from Instarmac Holdings. Read More… |
UK digital bank Starling has secured a £50m investment by Goldman Sachs Growth Equity to support its growth plans. Read More… |
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Dr Kath Mackay, managing director of Bruntwood SciTech - Alderley Park, explores why the time is now for science and what this means for the future of the lab. Read More… |
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Manchester United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward will step down from his role at the end of 2021. Read More… |
Manchester-based Tosca Debt Capital (TDC) has made a partner appointment as part of plans to further develop and grow its investment portfolio. Read More… |
The Premier League's 'big six' have all withdrawn from plans to join the European Super League, with the heavily criticised venture now on the cusp of collapse. Read More… |
Just Eat has outlined plans to create more than 1,500 jobs in Liverpool by the end of the year. Read More… |
A Liverpool-based resourcing consultancy established by an experienced team is targeting expansion after launching during lockdown. Read More… |
Social housing investment firm HSPG has expanded into London following a period of rapid growth. Read More… |
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Nick Irving from Howgate Sable says few places compare to the North West when it comes to the vast scope for investment in the landscape. As we begin to exit the uncertainty of the last year, funds are actively looking for the right opportunity - and there is plenty to be had in our corner of the country. Read More… |
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Spain’s largest hotel group has outlined further details of its plans to open a 207-bed venue in Liverpool, including its opening date. Read More… |
Plans to build a number of commercial units in Preston could soon advance. Read More… |
Infrastructure and construction specialist Kier Group has returned to a half-year profit during a period of "significant improvements". The firm also reiterated its plans to undertake an equity raise in the coming weeks. Read More… |
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Barry McGovaney from Water Plus says water can be a significant cost that is frequently overlooked as not having much saving potential in terms of environmental impact or cost. It's worth looking at – and here's why. Read More… |
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Member Exclusive News | James Fisher and Sons has appointed a new chief financial officer. Read More… |
Manchester-based B-North, which is building an SME lending bank for the UK, has partnered with a technology quality and reliability consultancy. Read More… |
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