Businesshttps://thephoenixnewspaper.com/news/business-finance/feed/atom/2026-01-20T09:39:22+00:00Phoenix NewspaperThe Phoenix Newspaper UK | Latest news in UK | Positive news | Inspiring The Next GenerationReeves to tell Davos that Britain is the best place in the world to invest2026-01-19T21:36:15+00:002026-01-19T21:36:15+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/reeves-to-tell-davos-that-britain-is-the-best-place-in-the-world-to-investSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Reeves_to_tell_Davos_that_Britain_is_the_best_place_in_the_world_to_invest.png" /></p><p>Britain is a haven of stability in an uncertain world as this government makes the UK the premier destination for global investment, Chancellor Rachel Reeves will tell global business and investors in Davos.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Reeves_to_tell_Davos_that_Britain_is_the_best_place_in_the_world_to_invest.png" /></p><p>Britain is a haven of stability in an uncertain world as this government makes the UK the premier destination for global investment, Chancellor Rachel Reeves will tell global business and investors in Davos.</p>
Transformation ahead for Old House at Home - the Walsall pub set for renovation2026-01-19T21:32:30+00:002026-01-19T21:32:30+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/transformation-ahead-for-old-house-at-home-the-walsall-pub-set-for-renovationSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Transformation_ahead_for_Old_House_at_Home-the_Walsall_pub_set_for_renovation.jpg" /></p><p>The Old House at Home will close its doors, with a brand-new look ahead.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Transformation_ahead_for_Old_House_at_Home-the_Walsall_pub_set_for_renovation.jpg" /></p><p>The Old House at Home will close its doors, with a brand-new look ahead.</p>
US Indian tech pro launch AI startup following Meta departure2026-01-18T21:22:04+00:002026-01-18T21:22:04+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/us-indian-tech-pro-launch-ai-startup-following-meta-departureSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_US_Indian_tech_pro_launch_AI_startup_following_Meta_departure21.jpg" /></p><p>A US Indian tech professional quit his job at Meta to launch his own AI startup, after learning about coding on YouTube.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_US_Indian_tech_pro_launch_AI_startup_following_Meta_departure21.jpg" /></p><p>A US Indian tech professional quit his job at Meta to launch his own AI startup, after learning about coding on YouTube.</p>
Canon Central North Africa makes new appointment as B2B Business Unit Directo2026-01-17T00:21:08+00:002026-01-17T00:21:08+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/canon-central-north-africa-makes-new-appointment-as-b2b-business-unit-directoSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Canon_Central_North_Africa_makes_new_appointment_as_B2B_Business_Unit_Director1.jpg" /></p><p>Canon Central and North Africa (CCNA) announces the appointment of Tushar Vashnavi as Business Unit Director, Business-to-Business (B2B), effective immediately.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Canon_Central_North_Africa_makes_new_appointment_as_B2B_Business_Unit_Director1.jpg" /></p><p>Canon Central and North Africa (CCNA) announces the appointment of Tushar Vashnavi as Business Unit Director, Business-to-Business (B2B), effective immediately.</p>
West Mids businesses account for 7% of administrations in 2025, analysis reveals 2026-01-17T00:16:31+00:002026-01-17T00:16:31+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/west-mids-businesses-account-for-7-of-administrations-in-2025-analysis-revealsSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_West_Mids_businesses_account_for_7p.c._of_administrations_in_2025_analysis_reveals11.jpg" /></p><p>Business failures in the West Midlands reached 7% of all UK administrations in 2025, making it the fifth-highest region for corporate insolvencies – according to analysis by full-service law firm <a href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.gqh-2BaxUzlo7XKIuSly0rC1DCbEiz4DhOvt5n0x6PTpE-3DmHM2_6jWoDsucP9FaN5Fexj4dxTLo85IHFVfd19pA5ynrQzGVEu16OGvM2CzIsxgFtO58fe60QRNtAEc5KMyxgpUTbgMUOWWTinwwC82s9KoGXt-2FK8ag3v-2BeGiYVinNMQzZHc4ppSqKic8ecGVre2988W-2F8j-2BoAHSg4SKrM2z3DRM2Tlu4dnJ3QQ-2FvU1M2F09K7bThBNhgEIecbeEtFRxQ2I68Zi9y9-2BqMMObxRzgW-2BoBrtW-2BgAkMKxYG4AviDQUzI0ReqYvrEVkhqOHyavUOOmUGZriQvd-2BM6V71TM8GoxprTTipsM47VV8EFyAhB3mydazdUrcGFsAFD-2BeI7vFPzIdBA517vwdIw0eE0WpGTEEzgG0-3D">Shakespeare Martineau</a>.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_West_Mids_businesses_account_for_7p.c._of_administrations_in_2025_analysis_reveals11.jpg" /></p><p>Business failures in the West Midlands reached 7% of all UK administrations in 2025, making it the fifth-highest region for corporate insolvencies – according to analysis by full-service law firm <a href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.gqh-2BaxUzlo7XKIuSly0rC1DCbEiz4DhOvt5n0x6PTpE-3DmHM2_6jWoDsucP9FaN5Fexj4dxTLo85IHFVfd19pA5ynrQzGVEu16OGvM2CzIsxgFtO58fe60QRNtAEc5KMyxgpUTbgMUOWWTinwwC82s9KoGXt-2FK8ag3v-2BeGiYVinNMQzZHc4ppSqKic8ecGVre2988W-2F8j-2BoAHSg4SKrM2z3DRM2Tlu4dnJ3QQ-2FvU1M2F09K7bThBNhgEIecbeEtFRxQ2I68Zi9y9-2BqMMObxRzgW-2BoBrtW-2BgAkMKxYG4AviDQUzI0ReqYvrEVkhqOHyavUOOmUGZriQvd-2BM6V71TM8GoxprTTipsM47VV8EFyAhB3mydazdUrcGFsAFD-2BeI7vFPzIdBA517vwdIw0eE0WpGTEEzgG0-3D">Shakespeare Martineau</a>.</p>
Connecting Dudley’s Supply Chain: Construction Sector2026-01-16T10:25:30+00:002026-01-16T10:25:30+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/connecting-dudleys-supply-chain-construction-sectorSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Connecting_Dudleys_Supply_Chain.png" /></p><p>Construction businesses and suppliers are invited to attend a relaxed networking event centred on upcoming development and regeneration opportunities across the borough.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Connecting_Dudleys_Supply_Chain.png" /></p><p>Construction businesses and suppliers are invited to attend a relaxed networking event centred on upcoming development and regeneration opportunities across the borough.</p>
HM Treasury responds to GDP figures2026-01-16T10:23:03+00:002026-01-16T10:23:03+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/hm-treasury-responds-to-gdp-figuresSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_HM_Treasury_responds_to_GDP_figures.jpg" /></p><p>An HM Treasury spokesperson said: “To make the economy work for working people, we are reversing years of underinvestment by protecting record infrastructure investment, driving through major planning reform, backing expansion at Heathrow and Gatwick, delivering Northern Powerhouse Rail and getting Sizewell C built.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_HM_Treasury_responds_to_GDP_figures.jpg" /></p><p>An HM Treasury spokesperson said: “To make the economy work for working people, we are reversing years of underinvestment by protecting record infrastructure investment, driving through major planning reform, backing expansion at Heathrow and Gatwick, delivering Northern Powerhouse Rail and getting Sizewell C built.</p>
Aokah launches UK operations to help enterprises ideate, set up, and scale global capability centres with execution intelligence2026-01-15T10:02:29+00:002026-01-15T10:02:29+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/aokah-launches-uk-operations-to-help-enterprises-ideate-set-up-and-scale-global-capability-centres-with-execution-intelligenceSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Aokah_launches_UK_operations_to_help_enterprises_ideate.jpg" /></p><p>Aokah, the Global Capability Execution Intelligence platform built to orchestrate next-generation Global Capability Centres (GCCs) and global delivery ecosystems, today announced the launch of its UK operations.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Aokah_launches_UK_operations_to_help_enterprises_ideate.jpg" /></p><p>Aokah, the Global Capability Execution Intelligence platform built to orchestrate next-generation Global Capability Centres (GCCs) and global delivery ecosystems, today announced the launch of its UK operations.</p>
Industry veteran Jobe appointed Gambia Petroleum Commission DG2026-01-15T09:55:38+00:002026-01-15T09:55:38+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/industry-veteran-jobe-appointed-gambia-petroleum-commission-dgSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Industry_veteran_Jobe_appointed_Gambia_Petroleum_Commission_DG11.jpg" /></p><p>Gambian President Adama Barrow has appointed Cany Jobe as the new Director General of The Gambia Petroleum Commission, marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to advance its oil and gas sector.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Industry_veteran_Jobe_appointed_Gambia_Petroleum_Commission_DG11.jpg" /></p><p>Gambian President Adama Barrow has appointed Cany Jobe as the new Director General of The Gambia Petroleum Commission, marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to advance its oil and gas sector.</p>
PlanetAI Nature Space, Spain's first carbon credit certifier and EU leader by volume of credits issued2026-01-15T09:50:37+00:002026-01-15T09:50:37+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/planetai-nature-space-spain-s-first-carbon-credit-certifier-and-eu-leader-by-volume-of-credits-issuedSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_PlanetAI_Nature_Space.jpg" /></p><p>PlanetAI Nature Space (PNS) has established itself as the first carbon credit certification body founded in Spain and as the leading European Union standard by volume of carbon credits issued, with more than 133 million credits.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_PlanetAI_Nature_Space.jpg" /></p><p>PlanetAI Nature Space (PNS) has established itself as the first carbon credit certification body founded in Spain and as the leading European Union standard by volume of carbon credits issued, with more than 133 million credits.</p>
Northern Powerhouse Rail to drive biggest travel upgrade in the North in a generation2026-01-14T11:46:31+00:002026-01-14T11:46:31+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/northern-powerhouse-rail-to-drive-biggest-travel-upgrade-in-the-north-in-a-generationSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ1_-_Northern_Powerhouse_Rail_to_drive_biggest_travel_upgrade_in_the_North_in_a_generation.jpg" /></p><p>People across the North of England will benefit from faster commutes, better jobs, more homes and increased investment in their communities as the Government launches a major growth plan for the North - with Northern Powerhouse Rail at its heart.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ1_-_Northern_Powerhouse_Rail_to_drive_biggest_travel_upgrade_in_the_North_in_a_generation.jpg" /></p><p>People across the North of England will benefit from faster commutes, better jobs, more homes and increased investment in their communities as the Government launches a major growth plan for the North - with Northern Powerhouse Rail at its heart.</p>
65% rise in Self Assessment payments via the HMRC app2026-01-13T15:37:55+00:002026-01-13T15:37:55+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/65-rise-in-self-assessment-payments-via-the-hmrc-appSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_65_percent_rise_in_Self_Assessment_payments_via_the_HMRC_app.jpg" /></p><p>The number of people using the HMRC app to pay their Self Assessment tax bill has increased by nearly 65 percent.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_65_percent_rise_in_Self_Assessment_payments_via_the_HMRC_app.jpg" /></p><p>The number of people using the HMRC app to pay their Self Assessment tax bill has increased by nearly 65 percent.</p>
Indians named the wealthiest Ethnic group in the UK2026-01-12T20:12:26+00:002026-01-12T20:12:26+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/indians-named-the-wealthiest-ethnic-group-in-the-ukSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Indians_named_the_wealthiest_Ethnic_group_in_the_UK1.jpg" /></p><p>Indian people in the UK recorded strong growth in wealth over the past decade, while several other Ethnic groups experienced declines, according to a report by the London School of Economics.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_Indians_named_the_wealthiest_Ethnic_group_in_the_UK1.jpg" /></p><p>Indian people in the UK recorded strong growth in wealth over the past decade, while several other Ethnic groups experienced declines, according to a report by the London School of Economics.</p>
GNPC and R&D partnership signals Africa’s energy future is innovation-led2026-01-11T12:23:42+00:002026-01-11T12:23:42+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/gnpc-and-rd-partnership-signals-africas-energy-future-is-innovation-ledSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_GNPC_and_RD_partnership_signals_Africas_energy_future_is_innovation-led.png" /></p><p>Algeria’s state-owned oil company Sonatrach and the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) under the auspices of the African Petroleum Producers Organization (APPO), formalizing plans for a strategic partnership focused on research, development and innovation (R&D) in the oil and gas sector.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_GNPC_and_RD_partnership_signals_Africas_energy_future_is_innovation-led.png" /></p><p>Algeria’s state-owned oil company Sonatrach and the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) under the auspices of the African Petroleum Producers Organization (APPO), formalizing plans for a strategic partnership focused on research, development and innovation (R&D) in the oil and gas sector.</p>
STARTRADER begins 2026 as Official Partner of the NBA2026-01-11T12:18:21+00:002026-01-11T12:18:21+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/startrader-begins-2026-as-official-partner-of-the-nbaSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_STARTRADER_begins_2026_as_Official_Partner_of_the_NBA111.jpg" /></p><p>Reflecting its strategic business direction, <a href="http://email.prnewswire.com/ls/click?upn=u001.v-2BJ3gj6ki5QD5j-2Fn6dQLirOzROC10kINdiWuwLCZxaGwy7539EEI2z-2BGEuY-2BDT8YoCvf_6jWoDsucP9FaN5Fexj4dxTLo85IHFVfd19pA5ynrQzGVEu16OGvM2CzIsxgFtO58pcWi2S4neuEPYPcWauzC6PFFJ-2FDaMe14-2FTNz3qqa1l3BZN4wRw3feRA8zcZ5kMbS5kxboaVIY-2BGa8g9vwlAAZiNu5YPeJ9kKYs-2F2k9vmFHFgD0WD289zEIWfveC8Yhp180XzjnaaMnp-2F1eoKHM94IHQFBVoCK7DXp1XwWq-2FVDjHUPQlUrAU1bQbbYDi-2FCUuMrK3bavx6qBlDCv9wBgnQEmE6yXVAneNGB9hD2gUx-2FPbeIjbtyVcwWZkWG-2BJ39K0G0-2FGY6MY-2Bk0hnvegn-2F3YUVr0yGUejPV-2FCq8d8zNOR0n41gy0n2x1-2FMMC0mL-2BXTbMi">STARTRADER</a> seals a deal with the National Basketball Association (NBA) and becomes the league's Official Partner, which marks a significant milestone in the company's continued growth and expansion.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_STARTRADER_begins_2026_as_Official_Partner_of_the_NBA111.jpg" /></p><p>Reflecting its strategic business direction, <a href="http://email.prnewswire.com/ls/click?upn=u001.v-2BJ3gj6ki5QD5j-2Fn6dQLirOzROC10kINdiWuwLCZxaGwy7539EEI2z-2BGEuY-2BDT8YoCvf_6jWoDsucP9FaN5Fexj4dxTLo85IHFVfd19pA5ynrQzGVEu16OGvM2CzIsxgFtO58pcWi2S4neuEPYPcWauzC6PFFJ-2FDaMe14-2FTNz3qqa1l3BZN4wRw3feRA8zcZ5kMbS5kxboaVIY-2BGa8g9vwlAAZiNu5YPeJ9kKYs-2F2k9vmFHFgD0WD289zEIWfveC8Yhp180XzjnaaMnp-2F1eoKHM94IHQFBVoCK7DXp1XwWq-2FVDjHUPQlUrAU1bQbbYDi-2FCUuMrK3bavx6qBlDCv9wBgnQEmE6yXVAneNGB9hD2gUx-2FPbeIjbtyVcwWZkWG-2BJ39K0G0-2FGY6MY-2Bk0hnvegn-2F3YUVr0yGUejPV-2FCq8d8zNOR0n41gy0n2x1-2FMMC0mL-2BXTbMi">STARTRADER</a> seals a deal with the National Basketball Association (NBA) and becomes the league's Official Partner, which marks a significant milestone in the company's continued growth and expansion.</p>
The Boutique Workplace Company selects Yardi Kube Space Management to advance flexible workspace operations2026-01-11T12:13:30+00:002026-01-11T12:13:30+00:00https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/the-boutique-workplace-company-selects-yardi-kube-space-management-to-advance-flexible-workspace-operationsSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_The_Boutique_Workplace_Company_selects_Yardi_Kube_Space_Management_to_advance_flexible_workspace_operations.jpg" /></p><p>The Boutique Workplace Company, one of London's leading flexible-workspace providers, has selected Yardi's suite of coworking solutions to unify CRM, licence management, room bookings, billing, payments, accounting and procurement across its 33+ locations.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/BIZ_-_The_Boutique_Workplace_Company_selects_Yardi_Kube_Space_Management_to_advance_flexible_workspace_operations.jpg" /></p><p>The Boutique Workplace Company, one of London's leading flexible-workspace providers, has selected Yardi's suite of coworking solutions to unify CRM, licence management, room bookings, billing, payments, accounting and procurement across its 33+ locations.</p>