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Back to profileBosses at housebuilders Barratt Redrow and Vistry set to retire
Having stabilised the company now, CEO Greg Fitzgerald has announced his intention to retire once a suitable successor is found.
British Airways’ parent company posts record profits
The group’s market-leading networks, strong brands, and fierce operational focus continue to drive performance skyward.
Rolls-Royce makes £1 billion more profit after major defence orders
Strong demand in its Civil Aerospace business remains a running theme.
Aston Martin axing up to a fifth of workers as losses widen
The group sold only 5,448 cars in 2025, down 10 per cent from the prior year.
‘Unprecedented’ demand for jewellery helps retail sales surge in January
The FTSE 100 has opened higher this morning, supported by news of a significant reduction in public borrowing and a surge in January retail sales.
British Gas profits tumble as household supply arm sees £80m warm weather hit
On the face of it, British Gas owner Centrica’s headline numbers were a tough read as energy markets adjusted to more normalised conditions.
BAE Systems profits leap amid ‘new era’ of defence spending
The UK’s largest defence company manufactures heavy-duty military equipment like fighter jets, aircraft and submarines.
Barratt profits drop amid budget uncertainty and subdued buyer demand
Sales rates only dipped slightly over the period, despite rising uncertainty ahead of the UK Budget back in November.
Debenhams hikes earnings outlook and decides to keep PrettyLittleThing
With just a month left to go in its financial year, the group revealed it’s trading above expectations.
Steady progress for Associated British Foods
Its low-cost Primark stores are the crown jewel of the business.
JD Sports reveals Christmas sales fall
Recent hikes in employer taxes and minimum wages are also weighing on margins from the cost side.
Ibstock’s recently downgraded profit guidance remains on track
Ibstock’s major investment projects at its Atlas and Nostell brick factories are largely complete.