Jun 12 2009 | Financial
The West Bromwich Building Society has said it is near to striking a capital restructuring deal that would enable it to remain independent. Read
Jun 12 2009 | Financial
Financial giant KPMG is reportedly set to cut more than 250 tax jobs, in a move which is likely to affect the sizeable Birmingham office. Read
Jun 12 2009 | Financial
When two of Britain’s leading companies announced big cutbacks to company pension schemes recently they highlighted once again the problems facing millions of private-sector workers when they stop working. Read
Jun 12 2009 | Financial
Fears that the recession could drive Britain into a deflationary spiral, where companies and individuals put off purchasing decisions expecting to be able to buy cheaper later, have been fading decisively this spring. Read
Jun 12 2009 | Financial
In a week when Lloyds ended 159 years of history by announcing the closure of the entire Cheltenham & Gloucester branch network, an only slightly younger Black Country institution showed the continuing benefits of mutuality. Read
Jun 12 2009 | Financial
Many investors in with-profits funds, either through bonds or pensions, are not aware that their contracts may contain valuable guarantees that allow them to exit without penalty on set dates. Read
Jun 12 2009 | Financial
Insurance giant AXA has announced it plans to cut more than 500 jobs. Read
Jun 12 2009 | Financial
The corporate accountant set to take over as the head of the body that supports the industry has had to postpone her start – after she was made redundant. Read
Jun 12 2009 | Financial
The West Bromwich Building Society has insisted it would retain its independence after agreeing a debt deal to strengthen its finances. Read