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US composite PMI shows robust expansion for November
The US economy showed signs of robust expansion in November, with S&P Global's composite purchasing managers’ index (PMI) reaching a 31-month high of 55. 3, up from October's 54. 1.
CMA says Apple's browser policies hinder innovation
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) announced on Friday that it has provisionally found that Apple’s policies on mobile browsers hinder innovation, impacting UK businesses and millions of users.
Unilever to separate ice cream business by end 2025
Consumer goods giant and Ben & Jerry’s parent Unilever said on Friday that it remains on track to deliver its €800m productivity programme and to separate its ice cream business by the end of next year.
Gatwick Airport terminal evacuated amid 'security incident'
A large part of Gatwick Airport's South Terminal was evacuated on Friday morning due to a “security incident”.
Gensler confirms departure as SEC chief next January
US financial regulator chief Gary Gensler on Friday said he would stand down when president-elect Donald Trump is inaugurated in January.
UK business output contracts in November
UK business output contracted in November for the first time in more than a year, according to a survey released on Friday.
Workspace hikes dividend after first-half growth
Workspace Group reported a 4. 3% increase in underlying net rental income to £60. 2 for its first half on Friday, driven by strong customer demand and portfolio management.
UK retail sales fall more than expected
UK retail sales fell more than expected in October amid uncertainty ahead of the Budget, according to figures released on Friday by the Office for National Statistics.