Companies
Hays fees fall 3% as permanent recruitment remains weaker
Hays’ update shows permanent recruitment remaining weaker than temporary work. One company’s figures are not the whole UK jobs market.
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Companies
Tesco increases buyback to £950m as first-half profits rise
The interim dividend also rises as Tesco narrows its full-year profit forecast.
Economy
Reported some concern in late September 2026.
ONS Business Insights and Conditions Survey. Weighted estimate, not the size of a bill increase.
Energy-price concerns reach 72% of UK businesses
The ONS survey measures business sentiment, not a new inflation reading.
Companies
Imperial Brands announces £1.5bn buyback
Full-year guidance is maintained. Earnings remain to be reported.
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