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UK business growth slowed while inflation pressures intensified in September. Flash PMI data show continued private-sector expansion, but weaker momentum, higher prices, and subdued hiring are complicating the economic outlook.
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Co-op membership grew as the retailer rebuilt after its cyberattack. Active membership reached 7.5 million while sales increased and the mutual invested in promotions, stores, and its wider customer proposition.
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Crosta Mollica is merging into a billion-euro European pizza group. The combination with European Pizza Group brings together Crosta Mollica, Wagner, and Buitoni while retaining separate operating businesses initially.
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UK regulators want wider search choice across Google platforms online. Revised CMA proposals could place qualifying AI assistants alongside conventional search services on Android and Chrome choice screens.
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Britain is building a new workplace health system for employers. Regional trials, occupational-health models, and employer standards are being developed as policymakers seek to reduce long-term sickness and economic inactivity.
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Basecamp Research has raised fresh capital for AI-designed drug development. The $140m Series C will fund new biological AI models, therapeutic programmes, and expanded pharmaceutical partnerships.
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Bentley is backing its electric transition with major UK investment. The luxury manufacturer will spend another £350m around its Crewe operations as it prepares to build its first fully electric model.
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Airtel Money plans a London flotation after earlier market delays. The mobile-payments business could be valued at up to $9bn, providing a substantial test of renewed demand for UK public listings.
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Legal & General plans major workforce reductions across its operations. Around 1,000 roles are expected to go by mid-2027 as the financial services group continues its effort to simplify operations and improve performance.
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UK-ASEAN trade reached £62bn as both sides deepened cooperation further. The updated partnership covers digital trade, financial services, supply chains, regulation, skills, and investment.