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The Price of a Turnaround: Inside Rolls-Royce’s Multimillion-Pound CEO Pay Plan
Rolls-Royce proposes a multimillion-pound bonus for its CEO after a historic turnaround, sparking a debate on executive pay versus corporate excess.
FTSE 100 Hits Record High: Is This Your Golden Ticket to Investing, or a Warning Sign?
The FTSE 100 is at a record high. We dissect if now is a strategic entry point for investors or a classic bull trap to be avoided.
The Nvidia Envy: Why the UK Stock Market is Failing a Generation of Savers
The UK stock market’s failure to produce high-growth tech giants like Nvidia is hurting British savers. This post explores the deep-seated causes and potential solutions.
FTSE 100 Shatters 10,000: A New Era for UK Markets or a Precarious Peak?
The FTSE 100 has shattered the 10,000 mark for the first time, signaling a potential new era for the UK stock market. What’s driving this historic rally?
From Yorkshire to Hollywood: The 100-Year-Old Firm That Taught Investors a Masterclass in Value
Discover how a 100-year-old UK firm’s journey from wool grease to a life-saving therapy became a Hollywood film and a masterclass in long-term investing.
The Six-Figure Question: Are Non-Executive Directors Earning Their Keep or Just Cashing In?
Are Non-Executive Directors worth their six-figure pay? This post dissects the debate on board compensation, corporate governance, and accountability.
Anatomy of a Bull Run: Unpacking the FTSE 100’s Best Year in a Decade
A deep dive into the FTSE 100’s stellar 2021, revealing the miners and banks that led the charge and the tech darlings that fell behind.
A Hangover of Uncertainty: Why Diageo’s Messy CEO Succession is Spooking the Market
Diageo’s prolonged and messy CEO search has unsettled investors, raising questions about its corporate governance at a time of significant market challenges.
The $1.2 Billion Mistake? Why Rightmove’s Stock Crash Over AI Spending is a Wake-Up Call for Every Leader
Rightmove’s stock plunged 25% after announcing increased AI spending. Is this a costly mistake or a brilliant, necessary investment in the future?
Financial Shockwaves: Why US Banking Jitters Are Rocking the UK Stock Market
A deep dive into why problems at US regional banks triggered a major sell-off in the UK stock market, and what it means for investors and the economy.
A Global Tremor: Why Renewed Fears in US Banking are Shaking World Markets
A fresh wave of anxiety over US bank stability has sent global markets tumbling. We dissect the root causes, from interest rate risk to real estate woes.
The Norman Conquest Continues: Why Archie Norman’s M&S Chairmanship Extension is a Masterclass in Corporate Revival
Archie Norman extends his term as M&S chair to 2029, signaling a commitment to one of the UK’s most impressive corporate turnarounds. What’s next?