Firms to be based in Aberdeen business park
Five tenants have been secured for a new Aberdeen business park.
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No-deal Brexit could spark recession, report warns
A no-deal Brexit could lead to the UK’s first recession for a decade, according to new analysis.
Trump’s retaliation threat to China over tariffs pushes markets lower
The London markets closed lower on a hectic day after tweets from Donald Trump warning China of trade retaliation more than counteracted positive comments from the Federal Reserve chairman.
100,000 more Scottish businesses since devolution, researchers find
The number of businesses in Scotland has grown by more than 100,000 since devolution, new analysis indicates.
Mastercard unveils new payment concepts and ‘sonic brand’ sound
Credit card company Mastercard has showcased technologies such as augmented reality as part of its work on the future of shopping and payments.
Lidl to open 12 new stores and create 500 jobs in Scotland
Discount supermarket chain Lidl has announced it is to open 12 new Scottish stores in a move which will create around 500 jobs.
Many Scots lack IT skills needed in modern workplace, study suggests
Almost half of people in Scotland do not have the full range of essential digital skills demanded by employers in the modern workplace, according to a new report.
Investment in Aberdeen will lead to ‘great things’ – senior business figure
A senior business figure today said the north-east has “great things in the pipeline” which can only take the area to “new heights”.
Office and cloud boost Microsoft profits
Microsoft has reported strong growth in its latest quarterly financial results, crediting continued cloud uptake in the commercial sector and an increase in people subscribing to its Office 365 products.
5G ‘could boost UK businesses by £15.7 billion a year by 2025’
5G technology has the potential to boost UK business revenues by up to £15.7 billion by 2025 if rollout is accelerated, a report has claimed.
Aberdeen city centre business owners welcome work to end flooding
Scottish Water is carrying out investigations into the waste water management system, and the information gathered will be used to plan improvements which could alleviate flooding issues.
Seven-year-old YouTuber makes £17.2 million in year
A seven-year-old boy who reviews toys has topped a list of the highest-earning YouTube stars after making £17.2 million.
Finance Secretary launches economic action plan
The Scottish Government has launched an economic action plan, including an £18 million fund for advanced manufacturing and the piloting of two new “productivity clubs” for businesses.
Firm creates 40 new jobs following AI investment
Almost 40 jobs will be created in Edinburgh following a £6.9 million investment in a new artificial intelligence (AI) software project.
Flying banker takes banking to new heights
Every week Royal Bank of Scotland flying banker, Anne Rendall, embarks on a whistle-stop tour of Scotland’s islands, bringing vital services to the country’s most remote communities.
Theresa May mocks Boris Johnson in Tory conference speech
Theresa May took a swipe at Boris Johnson from the conference stage and mocked his foul-mouthed attack on business.
Aberdeen students set to benefit from scholarship programme
A north-east businessman and his family have donated more than £270,000 to a university medicine and business scholarship programme.
Aberdeen homebase stores set to close
Two Homebase stores in the north-east are set to shut after a CVA was approved by creditors.
TV chef Nick Nairn blames oil slump for Aberdeen pizza bar closure
TV chef Nick Nairn has closed his Aberdeen pizza restaurant with immediate effect, insisting it was “simply not viable” after the slump in the oil and gas industry.
New £600,000 inflatable theme park to open at Aberdeen beach tomorrow
A new inflatable theme park is set to open in Aberdeen.
Jeremy Hunt to be referred to standards watchdog over flats purchase
Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt is to be referred to the parliamentary standards watchdog over his failure properly to declare his involvement in the purchase of a series of luxury flats.
Jeremy Hunt to be referred to standards watchdog over flats purchase
Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt is to be referred to the parliamentary standards watchdog over his failure properly to declare his involvement in the purchase of a series of luxury flats.
Jeremy Hunt to be referred to standards watchdog over flats purchase
Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt is to be referred to the parliamentary standards watchdog over his failure properly to declare his involvement in the purchase of a series of luxury flats.
Aberdeen boss facing 300% business rates hike in appeal for decisive action
An Aberdeen company director facing a business rates increase of 300% has called on national and local government to stop pointing the finger at one another.
Mackie’s ice cream hot on trail of Asian market
A North-east ice cream firm is targeting sales growth in Taiwan and South Korea in a fresh assault on Asian export markets.
Hair grooming business on the rise for North-east entrepreneur
North-east entrepreneur Calum McGowan has high hopes for his nautical-themed men’s grooming products.
Aberdeen best place in UK to launch start-up, says report
Aberdeen is the best place in the UK to launch a business start-up, a new report says.
MPs to debate issue of ‘rip-off’ delivery fees
“Rip-off” delivery charges will be debated at Westminster next week as pressure grows on the UK Government to take action.
Jeweller’s plan for sparkling future with store expansion
A jeweller has launched plans to expand its business.
Aberdeen shop to close down this weekend
The owner of an Aberdeen tea shop has announced it will close its doors for the final time this weekend.