Finance
Asset audits will help keep books in order
Every business has assets. From land and buildings, to equipment, goodwill, brands and intellectual property (IP), there is value in everything. But the question for the businessman on Clapham omnibus...
Former franchisees rebuild family ties after independence
Kall Kwik and Prontaprint used to be two of the biggest names in the UK high-street print market. At their peak, the two businesses ran a combined total of around 550 outlets in towns up and down the...
Kodak pension scheme heading towards PPF
Kodak’s former pension scheme could become the latest industry scheme to end up in the Pension Protection Fund, and the Kodak Alaris business could be sold as a result.
Johnston revenues down as strategic review continues
Johnston Press had “no significant update” for investors on its efforts to tackle £220m in bond-related debt, as it reported a 10% decline in revenue for the half-year.
Industry output and orders matched downbeat forecast in Q2
The UK printing industry almost exactly matched its downbeat expectations for Q2 in terms of output and orders, according to the BPIF’s latest Printing Outlook, but the forecasts for Q3 suggest some...
Heidelberg maintains 2022 targets after Q1 boost
Heidelberg has reported an increase in orders and turnover as it closes the first quarter of the 2018-19 financial year, with its longer-term targets looking increasingly “realistic”.
Johnston investor threatens legal action in event of pre-pack
Johnston Press has been threatened with legal action by its largest shareholder over rumours that the company may be pre-packed after its shares fell to an all-time low of 3p.
Wood shortages limit Stora Enso's Q2 growth
Stora Enso's share price fell by 10% this morning on the publication of Q2 results that failed to live up to expectations.
Apprenticeship Levy under fire for failing businesses
More than a year has passed since the Apprenticeship Levy was launched last April and many feel that it is not working as intended.
Johnston Press confirms talks to offload pension scheme
Johnston Press has confirmed press reports that it is in debt restructuring discussions that could see it jettison its pension scheme.