Business Opinion News
Daniel Esteve, Head of International Relations at CPR Global Tech, the manufacturer of the world’s best-selling stand-alone call blocker has welcomed today’s news that the government is seeking more powers to fine directors of nuisance call companies.
UK manufacturers are on the world stage of global producers and the industry looks set to continue on its positive trend since last year’s promising performance. Yet despite order books remaining stable, there are still major concerns for UK manufacturers surrounding Brexit, the uncertainty it brings and how it will impact upon their bottom lines.
A Silicon Valley legend actively looking to invest in tech start-ups in Wales has shared his practical advice with companies on the lookout for cash at Digital Festival.
Julie Walters, Business Development and Marketing Manager at the Welsh enterprise support specialists, Business in Focus, explains how sound market research can give your start up the foundations it needs for success – and how there have never been more tools at your disposal to get your research right.
With a new report suggesting that adults in the UK have ‘worrying levels’ of understanding when it comes to pensions, Stuart Price, Partner and Actuary at Quantum Advisory, is calling for pensions to be taught in schools.
Welsh firms could be left ill-prepared to deal with unforeseen opportunities and challenges after it emerged they could be tying up the equivalent of 12.2 per cent of their total revenue in working capital.
Welsh businesses will be preparing for a weekend of celebrations ahead of the royal wedding, but firms need to plan now to capitalise on similar opportunities during the summer months, says Allan Griffiths, regional director for Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking.
Following the Bank of England’s widely anticipated decision to keep interest rates at the current level of 0.5% (10 May), Stuart Price, Partner and Actuary at Cardiff-based independent financial services consultancy Quantum Advisory, explains what the implications are for UK defined benefit pension schemes as prevailing market conditions continue to be a massive challenge for all key stakeholders.
A new report by the Resolution Foundation Intergenerational Commission has suggested pensioners be taxed more in order to fund a £10,000 lump sum for every 25 year old. Stuart Price, Partner and Actuary at Quantum Advisory, thinks, while controversial, the report’s recommendations are worth exploring further.
ON Friday, we held our annual Director of the Year Awards at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff.