Company News
Greencore flags operating profit ahead of expectations
Convenience food producer Greencore Group reported a solid end to the financial year in a trading update on Tuesday, flagging an operating profit figure ahead of expectations.
Robert Walters posts drop in Q3 net fee income
Recruitment firm Robert Walters backed its full-year outlook on Tuesday as it posted a drop in third-quarter net fee income - a performance it hailed as "resilient" given "ongoing global macroeconomic uncertainties".
Reach digital revenues fall in Q3
Publisher Reach said on Tuesday that digital revenues had taken a dive in the third quarter, principally due to "depressed open market yields" and declining digital referral volumes.
Wincanton on track despite falling sales in first half
Supply chain group Wincanton said it still expects to meet profit forecasts this year despite first-half revenues taking a dip.
Currys evaluating non-binding offers for Greek business
Electricals retailer Currys said on Tuesday that it has received interest from several potential buyers for its Greek business, Kotsovolos.
YouGov reports 63% surge in annual profits
Research and data analytics group YouGov saw annual profits surge as it reiterated its confidence in hitting market forecasts for the current year in spite of a "difficult trading environment".
Speedy Hire buys GPH for £20.2m; FY seen in line
Tool and equipment hire services firm Speedy Hire said on Tuesday that its full-year performance was set to be in line with expectations after a "satisfactory" first half, as it announced the acquisition of Green Power Hire Limited (GPH) for £20. 2m.
Consultancy Alpha on track but quiet summer hits margins
Consultancy business Alpha Financial Markets Consulting said it still expects to meet full-year market expectations despite a drop in margins in the first half.