Business https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/table/news/business-finance/ Mon, 26 Jan 2026 22:14:11 +0000 The Phoenix Newspaper UK | Latest news in UK | Positive news | Inspiring The Next Generation en-gb Chancellor of the Exchequer appoints new Steward and Bailiff of the Manor of Northstead https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/chancellor-of-the-exchequer-appoints-new-steward-and-bailiff-of-the-manor-of-northstead https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/chancellor-of-the-exchequer-appoints-new-steward-and-bailiff-of-the-manor-of-northstead

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.

 

 

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Business & Finance Sun, 25 Jan 2026 23:30:42 +0000
Gazprom Neft’s Stepan Khromov joins AEC Board - signalling drive to strengthen Russia-Africa energy ties https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/gazprom-nefts-stepan-khromov-joins-aec-board-signalling-drive-to-strengthen-russia-africa-energy-ties https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/gazprom-nefts-stepan-khromov-joins-aec-board-signalling-drive-to-strengthen-russia-africa-energy-ties

Stepan Khromov, Head of Projects (Africa) at Russian vertically integrated oil company Gazprom Neft, has officially joined the AEC (African Energy Chamber) as a Board Member.

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Business & Finance Sun, 25 Jan 2026 23:25:21 +0000
LEES 2026 roundtables highlight renewed global investor appetite for Libya https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/lees-2026-roundtables-highlight-renewed-global-investor-appetite-for-libya https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/lees-2026-roundtables-highlight-renewed-global-investor-appetite-for-libya

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.

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Business & Finance Sun, 25 Jan 2026 23:20:47 +0000
Turning Trash into Treasure - Innovative solution MORPHIT transforms construction waste into sustainable building material https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/turning-trash-into-treasure-innovative-solution-morphit-transforms-construction-waste-into-sustainable-building-material https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/turning-trash-into-treasure-innovative-solution-morphit-transforms-construction-waste-into-sustainable-building-material

More than 30% of the EU's waste and over 40% of global emissions are generated by the construction industry.

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Business & Finance Sun, 25 Jan 2026 23:17:47 +0000
West Yorkshire sets out billion-pound budget to deliver a brighter region that works for all https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/west-yorkshire-sets-out-billion-pound-budget-to-deliver-a-brighter-region-that-works-for-all https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/west-yorkshire-sets-out-billion-pound-budget-to-deliver-a-brighter-region-that-works-for-all

West Yorkshire leaders have approved a landmark budget of over a billion pounds to boost growth through delivering a better-connected, better-skilled and better-built region, it can be announced.

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Business & Finance Fri, 23 Jan 2026 15:14:30 +0000
Reeves gets deals done in Davos https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/reeves-gets-deals-done-in-davos https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/reeves-gets-deals-done-in-davos

Britain’s reputation as one of the best places in the world to invest was bolstered today as the Chancellor announced major new private investments at the World Economic Forum in Davos.

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Business & Finance Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:24:57 +0000
BCU partners with SMEs to make city greener https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/bcu-partners-with-smes-to-make-city-greener https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/bcu-partners-with-smes-to-make-city-greener

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.

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Business & Finance Wed, 21 Jan 2026 13:06:08 +0000
Talent technology company Cappfinity accelerates growth plans through Chief Talent Management Officer appointment https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/talent-technology-company-cappfinity-accelerates-growth-plans-through-chief-talent-management-officer-appointment https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/talent-technology-company-cappfinity-accelerates-growth-plans-through-chief-talent-management-officer-appointment

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.

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Business & Finance Wed, 21 Jan 2026 12:59:38 +0000
Industry expert to lead MET Recruitment’s new ‘Professional’ division https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/industry-expert-to-lead-met-recruitments-new-professional-division https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/industry-expert-to-lead-met-recruitments-new-professional-division

A fast-growing recruitment agency has made a high-profile appointment to spearhead the launch of a new business within the group.

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Business & Finance Tue, 20 Jan 2026 19:58:55 +0000
Canon EMEA appoints Peter Saak to lead Integrated Printing & Services Group https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/canon-emea-appoints-peter-saak-to-lead-integrated-printing-services-group https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/canon-emea-appoints-peter-saak-to-lead-integrated-printing-services-group

Canon EMEA have just announced the appointment of Peter Saak as the new Chief of Integrated Printing & Services Group (IPSG, formally Digital Printing & Solutions).

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Business & Finance Mon, 19 Jan 2026 21:47:46 +0000
London-based startups win UAE FoodTech Challenge, with pioneering solutions to waste management and tree health monitoring https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/london-based-startups-win-uae-foodtech-challenge-with-pioneering-solutions-to-waste-management-and-tree-health-monitoring https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/london-based-startups-win-uae-foodtech-challenge-with-pioneering-solutions-to-waste-management-and-tree-health-monitoring

Flybox and Permia Sensing, London-based startups using insects to turn food waste into protein and fertilizer, and bioacoustic sensors and AI to detect pest infestations in palm trees, have been named as winners of the UAE's FoodTech Challenge during a live finale at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week – one of the world's largest sustainability gatherings.

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Business & Finance Mon, 19 Jan 2026 21:42:39 +0000
Reeves to tell Davos that Britain is the best place in the world to invest https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/reeves-to-tell-davos-that-britain-is-the-best-place-in-the-world-to-invest https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/reeves-to-tell-davos-that-britain-is-the-best-place-in-the-world-to-invest

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.

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Business & Finance Mon, 19 Jan 2026 21:36:15 +0000
Transformation ahead for Old House at Home - the Walsall pub set for renovation https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/transformation-ahead-for-old-house-at-home-the-walsall-pub-set-for-renovation https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/transformation-ahead-for-old-house-at-home-the-walsall-pub-set-for-renovation

The Old House at Home will close its doors, with a brand-new look ahead.

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Business & Finance Mon, 19 Jan 2026 21:32:30 +0000
US Indian tech pro launch AI startup following Meta departure https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/us-indian-tech-pro-launch-ai-startup-following-meta-departure https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/us-indian-tech-pro-launch-ai-startup-following-meta-departure

A US Indian tech professional quit his job at Meta to launch his own AI startup, after learning about coding on YouTube.

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Business & Finance Sun, 18 Jan 2026 21:22:04 +0000
Canon Central North Africa makes new appointment as B2B Business Unit Directo https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/canon-central-north-africa-makes-new-appointment-as-b2b-business-unit-directo https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/canon-central-north-africa-makes-new-appointment-as-b2b-business-unit-directo

Canon Central and North Africa (CCNA) announces the appointment of Tushar Vashnavi as Business Unit Director, Business-to-Business (B2B), effective immediately.

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Business & Finance Sat, 17 Jan 2026 00:21:08 +0000
West Mids businesses account for 7% of administrations in 2025, analysis reveals https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/west-mids-businesses-account-for-7-of-administrations-in-2025-analysis-reveals https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/west-mids-businesses-account-for-7-of-administrations-in-2025-analysis-reveals

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 Shakespeare Martineau.

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Business & Finance Sat, 17 Jan 2026 00:16:31 +0000