https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/news/business-finance/feed/atom/ 2026-02-03T07:25:20+00:00 Phoenix Newspaper The Phoenix Newspaper UK | Latest news in UK | Positive news | Inspiring The Next Generation 2026-02-01T20:03:05+00:00 2026-02-01T20:03:05+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/innovative-molecules-announces-completion-of-phase-1-program-and-advancement-to-phase-2-for-oral-adibelivir Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Innovative_Molecules_announces_completion_of_Phase_1_program_and_advancement_to_Phase_2_for_Oral_Adibelivir.png" /></p><p>Innovative Molecules GmbH, a German clinical stage biotech company focused on development of novel agents in the field of herpes-mediated diseases, have announced the successful completion of its Phase 1 clinical development program and the transition into Phase 2 for its oral selective helicase primase HSV inhibitor adibelivir (IM-250).</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Innovative_Molecules_announces_completion_of_Phase_1_program_and_advancement_to_Phase_2_for_Oral_Adibelivir.png" /></p><p>Innovative Molecules GmbH, a German clinical stage biotech company focused on development of novel agents in the field of herpes-mediated diseases, have announced the successful completion of its Phase 1 clinical development program and the transition into Phase 2 for its oral selective helicase primase HSV inhibitor adibelivir (IM-250).</p> 2026-01-31T20:21:21+00:00 2026-01-31T20:21:21+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/investment-readiness-support-proves-a-knockout-after-raising-%C2%A310m-for-west-midlands-firms Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Investment_Readiness_support_proves_a_knockout_after_raising_10m_for_West_Midlands_firms.jpeg" /></p><p>A young multi-media entrepreneur has showcased how targeted business support can help unleash the potential of the West Midlands.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Investment_Readiness_support_proves_a_knockout_after_raising_10m_for_West_Midlands_firms.jpeg" /></p><p>A young multi-media entrepreneur has showcased how targeted business support can help unleash the potential of the West Midlands.</p> 2026-01-30T18:27:09+00:00 2026-01-30T18:27:09+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/angolas-gas-pivot-from-associated-volumes-to-a-multi-market-future Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Angolas_Gas_Pivot-rom_associated_volumes_to_a_multi-market_future.png" /></p><p>Long treated as a byproduct of oil production, natural gas is increasingly viewed by policymakers as a strategic asset capable of underpinning exports, power generation and industrialization.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Angolas_Gas_Pivot-rom_associated_volumes_to_a_multi-market_future.png" /></p><p>Long treated as a byproduct of oil production, natural gas is increasingly viewed by policymakers as a strategic asset capable of underpinning exports, power generation and industrialization.</p> 2026-01-30T18:22:08+00:00 2026-01-30T18:22:08+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/bhx-announces-three-new-hospitality-units-and-new-executive-lounge-in-major-terminal-transformation Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_BHX_announces_three_new_hospitality_units_and_new_executive_lounge_in_major_terminal_transformation.png" /></p><p>Birmingham Airport&nbsp;(BHX)&nbsp;have&nbsp;announced plans&nbsp;for three&nbsp;eateries and a new executive lounge&nbsp;within the&nbsp;Departures&nbsp;Lounge&nbsp;to open in phases during&nbsp;2026&nbsp;as part of the airport’s ongoing&nbsp;transformation.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_BHX_announces_three_new_hospitality_units_and_new_executive_lounge_in_major_terminal_transformation.png" /></p><p>Birmingham Airport&nbsp;(BHX)&nbsp;have&nbsp;announced plans&nbsp;for three&nbsp;eateries and a new executive lounge&nbsp;within the&nbsp;Departures&nbsp;Lounge&nbsp;to open in phases during&nbsp;2026&nbsp;as part of the airport’s ongoing&nbsp;transformation.</p> 2026-01-28T13:17:36+00:00 2026-01-28T13:17:36+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/businesses-seek-balance-between-flexibility-and-performance Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Businesses_seek_balance_between_flexibility_and_performance.png" /></p><p>Hybrid working remains firmly embedded across Dublin’s business community, with most employers striking a pragmatic balance between flexibility for employees and the operational needs of their organisations.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Businesses_seek_balance_between_flexibility_and_performance.png" /></p><p>Hybrid working remains firmly embedded across Dublin’s business community, with most employers striking a pragmatic balance between flexibility for employees and the operational needs of their organisations.</p> 2026-01-28T13:11:57+00:00 2026-01-28T13:11:57+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/chancellor-s-nte-business-rates-temporary-cap-unfair-reckless-and-discriminatory-%E2%80%93-ambassador-says Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ1.png" /></p><p>Lyle Bignon, the NTIA's NTE Ambassador for Birmingham, said: "The Chancellor’s decision to throw a £300 million lifeline at pubs feels less like decisive leadership and more like a last-minute bandage on a bleeding sector.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ1.png" /></p><p>Lyle Bignon, the NTIA's NTE Ambassador for Birmingham, said: "The Chancellor’s decision to throw a £300 million lifeline at pubs feels less like decisive leadership and more like a last-minute bandage on a bleeding sector.</p> 2026-01-25T23:30:42+00:00 2026-01-25T23:30:42+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/chancellor-of-the-exchequer-appoints-new-steward-and-bailiff-of-the-manor-of-northstead Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Chancellor_of_the_Exchequer_appoints_new_Steward_and_Bailiff_of_the_Manor_of_Northstead.jpg" /></p><p>The Chancellor of the Exchequer has just announced the appointment of Andrew John Gwynne as the new Steward and Bailiff of the Manor of Northstead.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Chancellor_of_the_Exchequer_appoints_new_Steward_and_Bailiff_of_the_Manor_of_Northstead.jpg" /></p><p>The Chancellor of the Exchequer has just announced the appointment of Andrew John Gwynne as the new Steward and Bailiff of the Manor of Northstead.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> 2026-01-25T23:25:21+00:00 2026-01-25T23:25:21+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/gazprom-nefts-stepan-khromov-joins-aec-board-signalling-drive-to-strengthen-russia-africa-energy-ties Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Gazprom_Nefts_Stepan_Khromov_joins_AEC_Board1.jpg" /></p><p>Stepan&nbsp;Khromov, Head of Projects (Africa) at Russian vertically integrated oil company Gazprom&nbsp;Neft, has officially joined the&nbsp;AEC (African Energy Chamber) as a Board Member.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Gazprom_Nefts_Stepan_Khromov_joins_AEC_Board1.jpg" /></p><p>Stepan&nbsp;Khromov, Head of Projects (Africa) at Russian vertically integrated oil company Gazprom&nbsp;Neft, has officially joined the&nbsp;AEC (African Energy Chamber) as a Board Member.</p> 2026-01-25T23:20:47+00:00 2026-01-25T23:20:47+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/lees-2026-roundtables-highlight-renewed-global-investor-appetite-for-libya Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_LEES_2026_roundtables_highlight_renewed_global_investor_appetite_for_Libya1.jpg" /></p><p>Libya is entering a new phase of energy development, defined by renewed investor confidence, stronger international partnerships and a clear focus on moving projects from ambition to execution.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_LEES_2026_roundtables_highlight_renewed_global_investor_appetite_for_Libya1.jpg" /></p><p>Libya is entering a new phase of energy development, defined by renewed investor confidence, stronger international partnerships and a clear focus on moving projects from ambition to execution.</p> 2026-01-25T23:17:47+00:00 2026-01-25T23:17:47+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/turning-trash-into-treasure-innovative-solution-morphit-transforms-construction-waste-into-sustainable-building-material Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Turning_Trash_into_Treasure11.jpg" /></p><p>More than 30% of the EU's waste and over 40% of global emissions are generated by the construction industry.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Turning_Trash_into_Treasure11.jpg" /></p><p>More than 30% of the EU's waste and over 40% of global emissions are generated by the construction industry.</p> 2026-01-23T15:14:30+00:00 2026-01-23T15:14:30+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/west-yorkshire-sets-out-billion-pound-budget-to-deliver-a-brighter-region-that-works-for-all Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_West_Yorkshire_sets_out_billion-pound_budget_to_deliver_a_brighter_region_that_works_for_all1.jpg" /></p><p>West Yorkshire leaders have approved a landmark budget of over a billion pounds to boost growth through delivering&nbsp;a better-connected, better-skilled and better-built region, it can be announced.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_West_Yorkshire_sets_out_billion-pound_budget_to_deliver_a_brighter_region_that_works_for_all1.jpg" /></p><p>West Yorkshire leaders have approved a landmark budget of over a billion pounds to boost growth through delivering&nbsp;a better-connected, better-skilled and better-built region, it can be announced.</p> 2026-01-22T10:24:57+00:00 2026-01-22T10:24:57+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/reeves-gets-deals-done-in-davos Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Reeves_gets_deals_done_in_Davos.png" /></p><p>Britain’s reputation as one of the best places in the world to invest was bolstered today as the Chancellor announced major new&nbsp;private&nbsp;investments at the World Economic Forum in Davos.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Reeves_gets_deals_done_in_Davos.png" /></p><p>Britain’s reputation as one of the best places in the world to invest was bolstered today as the Chancellor announced major new&nbsp;private&nbsp;investments at the World Economic Forum in Davos.</p> 2026-01-21T13:06:08+00:00 2026-01-21T13:06:08+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/bcu-partners-with-smes-to-make-city-greener Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_BCU1_partners_with_SMEs_to_make_Birmingham_greener.jpg" /></p><p>Birmingham City University (BCU) is joining forces with small businesses across the West Midlands to help tackle some of the region’s biggest environmental challenges - from cleaner air to greener energy and better housing.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_BCU1_partners_with_SMEs_to_make_Birmingham_greener.jpg" /></p><p>Birmingham City University (BCU) is joining forces with small businesses across the West Midlands to help tackle some of the region’s biggest environmental challenges - from cleaner air to greener energy and better housing.</p> 2026-01-21T12:59:38+00:00 2026-01-21T12:59:38+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/talent-technology-company-cappfinity-accelerates-growth-plans-through-chief-talent-management-officer-appointment Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Talent_technology_company_Cappfinity_accelerates_growth_plans_through_Chief_Talent_Management_Officer_appointment.jpg" /></p><p>Cappfinity is pleased to announce the promotion of Stephanie Hopper to the role of Chief Talent Management Officer, marking an acceleration in the global talent technology company's expansion and growth plans.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Talent_technology_company_Cappfinity_accelerates_growth_plans_through_Chief_Talent_Management_Officer_appointment.jpg" /></p><p>Cappfinity is pleased to announce the promotion of Stephanie Hopper to the role of Chief Talent Management Officer, marking an acceleration in the global talent technology company's expansion and growth plans.</p> 2026-01-20T19:58:55+00:00 2026-01-20T19:58:55+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/industry-expert-to-lead-met-recruitments-new-professional-division Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Industry_expert_to_lead_MET_Recruitments_new_Professional_division11.jpg" /></p><p>A fast-growing recruitment agency has made a high-profile appointment to spearhead the launch of a new business within the group.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Industry_expert_to_lead_MET_Recruitments_new_Professional_division11.jpg" /></p><p>A fast-growing recruitment agency has made a high-profile appointment to spearhead the launch of a new business within the group.</p> 2026-01-19T21:47:46+00:00 2026-01-19T21:47:46+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/canon-emea-appoints-peter-saak-to-lead-integrated-printing-services-group Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Canon_EMEA_appoints_Peter_Saak_to_lead_Integrated_Printing_Services_Group1.jpg" /></p><p>Canon EMEA have just announced the appointment of Peter Saak as the new Chief of Integrated Printing &amp; Services Group (IPSG, formally Digital Printing &amp; Solutions).</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Canon_EMEA_appoints_Peter_Saak_to_lead_Integrated_Printing_Services_Group1.jpg" /></p><p>Canon EMEA have just announced the appointment of Peter Saak as the new Chief of Integrated Printing &amp; Services Group (IPSG, formally Digital Printing &amp; Solutions).</p>