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Boohoo Returns to Profit as Debenhams Growth and Asset Sales Reshape Turnaround
Boohoo made £28m profit on lower revenue, while Debenhams grew 14%. Asset sales are expected to leave net debt negligible at year-end.
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Bloomsbury Bets on Harry Potter and Sarah J. Maas to Lift Second-Half Profit
First-half revenue and pre-tax profit fell, but Bloomsbury expects major book releases and a Harry Potter television adaptation to drive a record year.
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UK Consumer Confidence Weakens as Retailers Warn of Rising Costs Ahead of Budget
Economic and personal-finance sentiment fell in October as shoppers braced for higher grocery bills and retailers called for cost relief.
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Domino’s Sales Growth Slows After World Cup Boost as Chicken Range Holds Up
Sales growth eased to 2.3% in the latest quarter and order growth also slowed. Domino’s says it remains on track to meet its full-year earnings targets.
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Flutter’s 1,400 Job Cuts Put UK Betting Costs and Store Plans in Focus
Flutter plans to cut up to 1,400 roles as higher UK betting taxes add pressure to costs, while shop reviews and industry closures reshape the sector.
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Remodeling Costs and Delays Make Finished Homes More Competitive
Long timelines and rising project costs can erase the fixer discount, making a finished home worth considering for buyers weighing time and expense.
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FINRA Adds Market Research and Fraud Awareness Tools for Investors
FINRA’s new Explorer combines market and company data with education, while redesigned quizzes help users assess fraud vulnerabilities and spot scam tactics.
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ISDA SIMM at 10: How a Shared Margin Model Supports Derivatives Markets
Used across more than 21,000 portfolios, ISDA SIMM has helped standardize initial margin while adapting to market stress and new risks.
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A Writer’s Income, Family Influence and the Careers Parents Put on the Map
Two bestsellers haven’t made writing a reliable family income. A daughter’s first book prompts a broader look at careers, pay and what children learn at home.