Travel Counsellors experienced a tremendous start to December with remarkable sales figures.In just the first week of December 2024, Travel Counsellors achieved £17.5 million in group sales.This marked a significant 31% increase compared to the same timeframe the previous year.The new financial year, commencing November 1st, has also shown a 19% rise in sales, reaching £114 million.Travel Counsellors continues to harness advanced technology and human connections to drive business growth.In an impressive display of commercial success, Travel Counsellors, known for its innovative approach in the travel sector, reported £17.5 million in sales during the initial week of December 2024. This…
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Myprotein has teamed up with Southern Comfort to launch an innovative pre-workout blend.The product offers a unique Southern Comfort Whiskey Sour flavour that appeals to diverse audiences.This blend aims to enhance workout performance with ingredients like caffeine, Beta Alanine, and L-Citrulline.The collaboration is the first between an alcohol and nutrition brand.Neil Mistry expressed excitement about the partnership’s potential to reach new consumers.Myprotein, renowned for its sports nutrition expertise, has introduced a unique pre-workout product in collaboration with Southern Comfort. This innovative product combines the distinctive flavour of Southern Comfort Whiskey Sour with Myprotein’s trusted pre-workout formula. The aim is to…
Andrew Bailey has issued a warning about the potential impact of employer tax hikes on interest rate decisions in the UK.Inflation is decreasing faster than expected, leading to a reduced interest rate of 4.75% this month.Concerns arise as higher employment costs could lead to job cuts, affecting the labour market.Retail giants are sounding alarms over rising business costs, predicting inevitable job losses.The UK services sector’s inflation remains high, clashing with the Bank’s 2% target.Andrew Bailey, the Governor of the Bank of England, has sounded a warning to members of the Treasury Select Committee about the consequences of recent employer tax…
In a significant achievement, Praetura Lending’s loan book now surpasses £500 million, marking a record year for the firm.The company experienced more than 25% growth in 2024, showcasing its strong performance in the lending sector.Since its inception, the firm has funded over £7.5 billion in assets, with a 38% increase noted this year.Key sectors benefiting from Praetura’s loans include construction, manufacturing, and retail, highlighting its diverse portfolio.Praetura Lending’s workforce has expanded significantly, reaching over 150 team members across four offices.Praetura Lending is marking a substantial milestone, with its cumulative loan book eclipsing the £500 million mark. This milestone reflects a…
The UK’s supermarket landscape undergoes notable changes as Christmas approaches.Asda is the only major supermarket experiencing a drop in sales, marking a 4.2% decline.While Ocado shows impressive growth, reinforcing its position as the fastest-growing UK retailer.M&S enjoys a sales increase, entering the festive period with a 10.6% rise.Shoppers increasingly favour premium products, pushing supermarket sales towards a significant milestone.In a surprising turn of events, Asda, one of the UK’s leading supermarkets, has seen a 4.2% decrease in sales in the lead-up to the Christmas season. This decline has resulted in Asda’s market share slipping by 1.1 percentage points, bringing it…
Cykel AI is expanding its digital workforce following Lucy’s successful launch.’Eve’ and ‘Samson’ will enhance sales and research analytics with groundbreaking capabilities.These AI digital workers aim to provide new levels of workplace efficiency and reduce costs.Ewan Collinge, CEO, believes these AIs offer significant ROI and productivity gains.The digital workforce is evolving rapidly, reshaping industries like sales and customer service.Cykel AI has unveiled plans to introduce two innovative AI digital workers, ‘Eve’ and ‘Samson’, early next year. Building on the success of their prior launch, ‘Lucy’, these new additions are set to revolutionise the sales and research analytics landscape. The company…
The renowned Italian sparkling drinks brand has introduced fresh designs for its cans in the UK, aiming to highlight its unique characteristics.The brand’s updated design for individual and multipack cans seeks to emphasise its qualities derived from sun-ripened fruits and roots in Italy. This move is part of a strategy to strengthen its position in the UK beverage market. The cans now feature bold and vibrant colours inspired by the various citrus flavours offered, such as lemon, orange, blood orange, pomegranate and orange, grapefruit, and a refreshing blend of lemon and mint.Furthermore, the multipack cans incorporate top-of-pack storytelling, designed to…
Pepco Group considers all options for Poundland as it faces challenges.CEO Stephen Borchert eyes strategic solutions after a significant impairment charge.Poundland’s profitability drops significantly due to stiff competition and cost pressures.Reassessment of Poundland’s product strategy is underway to revive its core identity.Potential cost-cutting measures include job consultations in several departments.Poundland, under the ownership of Pepco Group, is currently facing a period of uncertainty as the company explores various strategic options to counteract the financial setbacks it has encountered. The chief executive, Stephen Borchert, has emphasised that every possible course of action is on the table in a bid to put…
Craig Ridsdill steps into a pivotal role at CirrusHQ, a renowned AWS cloud expert based in Scotland.Bringing six years of leadership from AWS, Ridsdill aims to enhance CirrusHQ’s cloud services for education and health sectors.CirrusHQ marks a successful year with significant cloud migrations and new AWS collaborations.The appointment reflects a tech sector shift towards cloud solutions, underscoring CirrusHQ’s technical expertise.Ridsdill and CirrusHQ’s collaboration is set to foster innovation and agility in cloud technology.CirrusHQ, a leading Scottish Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud specialist, has appointed Craig Ridsdill as the head of sales, a newly established position. With a robust background at…
In the competitive landscape of UK supermarkets, Ocado has emerged as the standout performer, maintaining its position as the fastest growing retailer over the past 12 weeks.According to the latest data from NIQ, Ocado reported a significant sales increase of 16.2%. As the festive season approaches, other major players such as M&S and Tesco are also gaining momentum. M&S saw a notable sales rise of 10.6%, while Tesco experienced healthy growth at 5.1%.Total sales at UK supermarkets showed a steady growth of 3.7% in the four weeks leading up to 30 November 2024, a slight decrease from the previous month’s…