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UK investors withdrew a record £3.6 billion from equity funds during the third quarter, marking the worst three-month run for stock market investments since Calastone began compiling data in 2015. The figures highlight growing caution among investors who have been spooked by high valuations and global uncertainty, prompting a decisive move into the relative safety of bonds and cash. Edward …

Scottish electric vehicle manufacturer Munro EV has secured £2 million in new investment from existing backer Elbow Beach and other investors to accelerate production of its all-electric M-Series 4x4s, designed for use in mining, defence, and construction. The fresh funding round will help the company scale production capacity at its Glasgow facility, with up to 300 new manufacturing jobs expected …

Ask Dr. Markus Rechlin what matters most in business and he won’t point to balance sheets or market forecasts. He will tell you about people. One story he often recalls comes from his time at SLM Solutions, when a young assistant revealed untapped potential and reminded him that real leadership is about recognizing growth before it’s obvious. Arpad handled everything …

Choosing the right plastics manufacturing partner is a critical step for SMEs and scale-ups aiming to grow their product lines efficiently and cost-effectively. The wrong supplier can lead to delays, quality issues, and increased costs, while the right partner can accelerate development, ensure consistent quality, and provide valuable technical expertise. This guide walks through a step-by-step approach to shortlisting and …

Sends is proud to announce that its CEO, Alona Shevtsova, has been honoured with the title of Woman Entrepreneur in Fintech of the Year at the prestigious Brit Fintech Awards. The awards ceremony was held on Friday, 3rd October, at One George Street, London, bringing together leading entrepreneurs, investors, and visionaries from across the UK and the international fintech landscape. …

The retail landscape is changing faster than ever. With omnichannel commerce becoming the new standard added with managing investors with fulfilment and customer satisfaction seamlessly has evolved from a competitive edge to a business necessity. This is where an order management system or order management software or OMS steps in. It centralises operations and improves visibility. It also enables retailers …

Leo Snetsinger is a platform engineer and systems thinker with over a decade of experience designing cloud infrastructure and solving tough technical problems. Raised in Minnesota, Leo became independent at 16 and built his career from the ground up. With no shortcuts, he taught himself the tools of the trade, eventually earning a Master’s in Information Systems Management and joining …

Rachel Reeves is poised to unveil a package of planning reforms and tax increases in her first full Budget on 26 November, as the Chancellor faces the daunting task of closing a £30 billion shortfall in the public finances. The Treasury is said to be exploring a range of measures to stimulate growth while raising revenue, including restoring the bank …

Riphah International University organised 5th International Conference on Rehabilitation Sciences (ICRS) and the 2nd International Conference on Allied Health Sciences (ICAHS) were held from 3rd to 5th October 2025 at Pearl Continental Hotel, Lahore. The central theme of the conferences was “Community-oriented outcome based Research and Practice.” Prior to the conferences, 55 workshops were conducted. Among them, 27 workshops were …

Karachi: In a significant step toward promoting environmental awareness and water-saving habits among children, National Foods Limited (NFL), in collaboration with GoRead.pk, has launched a children’s story book in both Urdu and English, “Sheena’s Flight- A Journey Through Pakistan’s Changing Waters”. The initiative, a part of National Foods’ ongoing commitment to CSR and sustainability, included a book reading session at …