
CoComply secured new financing for its workforce compliance software expansion. The Cheshire business raised £1.9m from investors including Mercia and Haatch to develop technology and its commercial operations.

PwC reported global revenue growth despite subdued trading across EMEA. The professional services network reached $60.2bn in revenue, with constant-currency growth of 3.5% globally and 0.7% regionally.

MindGym expects lower revenue as corporate training spending weakens further. Its first-half sales forecast is £11.5m, while growing subscription income has yet to offset weaker project demand.

Mulberry reported stronger sales amid its luxury retail turnaround efforts. First-half revenue increased 18.1%, with substantial growth across international and wholesale channels and reduced reliance on promotions.

Beeks reported annual revenue growth alongside stronger recurring commercial commitments. The Scottish financial cloud provider recorded £40m revenue, £16.1m underlying EBITDA and an expanding international exchange infrastructure business.

Volex reported stronger half-year revenue across several international manufacturing markets. Sales are expected to exceed $710m, with organic constant-currency growth of at least 21% and improved profit expectations.

Sumitomo opened its Scottish high-voltage subsea cable factory this week. The £350m Port of Nigg investment adds domestic manufacturing capacity and is forecast to create over 200 direct skilled jobs.

Healthcare landlord PHP agreed a new partnership involving private hospitals. The proposed £700m venture with GIC covers 27 existing hospitals and is expected to release approximately £500m for debt repayment.

Government guidance clarifies subscription obligations for businesses and their customers. The document addresses information, renewals and cancellations, but its publication does not mean every relevant duty commenced on 19 October.

Government and employers announced new skills commitments across growth industries. The programme includes 22,400 annual under-25 professional services apprenticeships and 40,000 construction placements, not completed jobs.