Apr
2007
Articles from 5th Apr 2007
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City news
Apr 05 2007 | Archive
The ftse 100 Index stuck close to its opening mark today as investors remained on the sidelines ahead of a knife-edge decision on UK interest rates. Read
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Stock watch
Apr 05 2007 | Archive
Wednesday proved to be another volatile day for the FTSE 100 as oil prices slipped, although the current theme of merger and acquisition speculation remained intact. Read
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Volatile Biofuels close 12.1% lower
Apr 05 2007 | Archive
London shares traded within a narrow range as mining stocks reversed Tuesday's gains. The FTSE 100 Index was unable to extend its recent good run, closing 1.4 points lower at 6364. Read
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Purple Ronnie in £4.8m deal
Apr 05 2007 | Archive
The creator of stick-man cartoon character Purple Ronnie has bagged a deal worth up to £4.8m after selling the rights to the brand. Read
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Saga considering shares flotation on stock market
Apr 05 2007 | Archive
Travel and financial services group Saga has said it is looking at the possibility of a stock market flotation. Read
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Takeover speculation boosts SSL shares price
Apr 05 2007 | Archive
The maker of Durex condoms is at the centre of takeover speculation today as talk of an imminent £885.5m bid for the firm swept the market. Read
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Slight fall in sales of babycare equipment
Apr 05 2007 | Archive
Mothercare has reported a modest decline in like-for-like sales at its UK stores. The fall of 0.3% for the 11 weeks to March 31 was offset by stronger online business and further strong growth internationally. Read
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Driving ambition fuelling website
Apr 05 2007 | Archive
Touring car driver Harry Vaulkhard has launched a website in a bid to raise sponsorship and continue in his quest to be a serious challenger in his sport. Read
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Online recruitment that saves time and money
Apr 05 2007 | Archive
The director of an IT design company has launched an online recruitment business after finding it too expensive to fill vacancies. Read
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Tech notes
Apr 05 2007 | Archive
This month, it was announced that Sunderland City Council will receive a £3.5m grant to improve the lives of vulnerable and excluded people through technology. As the winner of the Communities and Local Government's `Digital Challenge' competition, the city will now be recognised as an example of how ICT technologies can be used to bridge what has become known as `the digital divide'. Read
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Biffa in warning
Apr 05 2007 | Archive
Waste disposal group Biffa warned that annual revenues and profits would be at the bottom end of market expectations. Read
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Double strike for Vipers with new deal
Apr 05 2007 | Archive
Computer parts company Mobilx is to sponsor Newcastle ice hockey team the Vipers for another two years. Read
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Buyout opens gates to brighter future
Apr 05 2007 | Archive
A manufacturing and distribution business on Teesside has bought part of a Staffordshire company out of administration. Read
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Peter Jackson column
Apr 05 2007 | Archive
I have told Gordon Brown many times that he should have got out while the going was good, but then, nobody ever listens to me. Read
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Designer duo pick up award
Apr 05 2007 | Archive
Two furniture designers have scooped the prize at Northumbria University's Business Plan Competition Awards. Read
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New twist in takeover wrangle for La Tasca
Apr 05 2007 | Archive
The takeover tussle for Spanish tapas chain La Tasca took another twist yesterday as property entrepreneur Robert Tchenguiz stepped up his fight for the business, increasing his offer to £104.2m. Read
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It's praise be on high-tech for diocese
Apr 05 2007 | Archive
A bishop needs more than faith to manage the complexities of running his diocese these days and technology is vital to the mix. Read
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More acquisitions in the pipeline for BNS
Apr 05 2007 | Archive
Fast growing Northumberland telecoms company BNS posted turnover up nearly 38% yesterday and said it was still on the acquisition trail. Read
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Who will be hailed the best in their field?
Apr 05 2007 | Archive
The cream of the region's business community will gather tonight to hear which companies will be hailed the leaders in Durham and Wearside. Read
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Go-Ahead gets on Gatwick Express
Apr 05 2007 | Archive
Transport group Go-Ahead's share price shunted forward yesterday after the Government announced the Gatwick Express will be combined with its Southern rail franchise from next May. Read
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Jobs boost for company
Apr 05 2007 | Archive
Up to 90 jobs are being created at a North-East design house working on high-profile ship design work. Read
