Express KCS Amazon sales up at year end Read This NextYoga for Beginners: 3 Different Types of Yoga You Should TryFamily ProofHiking Gadgets: Amazon Deals Perfect For Your Next AdventureFamily ProofChicken Bao: Delicious Recipes Worth CookingFamily ProofWhat to Know About ‘Loki’ Ahead of Disney+ Premier on June 9Family ProofBack on the Rails for Summer New York to New Orleans, Savannah and MiamiFamily ProofBaked Sesame Salmon: Recipes Worth CookingFamily Proof’A Quiet Place Part II’ Sets Pandemic Record in Debut WeekendFamily ProofIndian Spiced Vegetable Nuggets: Recipes Worth CookingFamily ProofCreamy Pumpkin Soup: Delicious Recipes Worth CookingFamily Proof ONLINE retailer Amazon saw income drop to $214m (£142m) in the fourth quarter of 2014, from $239m in 2013, despite sales increasing by 15 per cent to $29.33bn.Sales are expected to be lower in the first quarter of 2015, at between $20.9bn and $22.9bn, and the firm said it could make a loss of up to $450m, compared with an operating income of $146m in 2014. Amazon said its guidance included around $450m for stock-based compensation and amortization of intangible assets. whatsapp whatsapp Show Comments ▼ Share Thursday 29 January 2015 9:12 pm Tags: NULL
Your ability to save money is determined by your DNA
Jessica Morris Your ability to save money is determined by your DNA whatsapp Do you find it difficult to cream off part of your paycheck at the end of each month? It’s partly down to your DNA, new research has found.Researchers Henrik Cronqvist and Stephan Siegel crunched data from Sweden’s twin registry to analyse the net worth of identical twins and non-identical twins between 2003 until the end of 2007. They found individuals’ genetic make-up can explain around 33 per cent of variations in individual savings rates.”Analysing a large sample of identical and fraternal twins matched with data on their savings behaviour, we find that genetic differences explains about 33 percent of the variation in savings propensities across individuals,” the research paper said.Parents can instill financial literacy by giving kids a weekly allowance or letting them earn money through chores. But while this may stay with them throughout their twenties, the effects will wear off over time.”Individuals are born with persistent genetic predisposition to a specific savings behavior,” the research paper said. “Parenting contributes to the variation in savings rates among younger individuals, but it decays over time.” whatsapp Show Comments ▼ Read This Next’A Quiet Place Part II’ Sets Pandemic Record in Debut WeekendFamily ProofHiking Gadgets: Amazon Deals Perfect For Your Next AdventureFamily ProofIndian Spiced Vegetable Nuggets: Recipes Worth CookingFamily ProofAmazon roars for MGM’s lion, paying $8.45 billion for studio behind JamesFamily ProofCheese Crostini: Delicious Recipes Worth CookingFamily ProofHomemade Tomato Soup: Delicious Recipes Worth CookingFamily ProofWhat to Know About ‘Loki’ Ahead of Disney+ Premier on June 9Family ProofChicken Bao: Delicious Recipes Worth CookingFamily ProofBaked Sesame Salmon: Recipes Worth CookingFamily Proof Thursday 26 February 2015 4:31 am Share Tags: NULL
Capco returns pushed up by Covent Garden retail hotspot
Share Thursday 26 February 2015 9:14 pm PROPERTY firm Capital & Counties (Capco) singled out the performance of its Covent Garden sites as driving a 25 per cent total return in the year to 31 December 2014.The company also saw a 25 per cent increase in its European Public Real Estate Association net asset value, while rental income grew from £64.8m in 2013 to £70.1m.Ian Hawksworth, chief executive of Capco, said the results reflected “an acceleration in performance across Capco, particularly at Covent Garden”. He added: “Covent Garden is established as a leading global destination following a very active year of leasing, setting new rental levels across the estate. “Premium brands continue to be attracted to this prime location and the distinct approach we take to managing our estate.”Hawksworth also stated that the firm is focusing on planning applications and sales at its Earls Court project and said that, while Capco is aware of the “uncertainty which may arise from the upcoming General Glection”, it was entering the new year with confidence.Shares in the company were up by 2.11 per cent. Tags: NULL Capco returns pushed up by Covent Garden retail hotspot Show Comments ▼ Read This Next’A Quiet Place Part II’ Sets Pandemic Record in Debut WeekendFamily ProofHiking Gadgets: Amazon Deals Perfect For Your Next AdventureFamily ProofIndian Spiced Vegetable Nuggets: Recipes Worth CookingFamily ProofAmazon roars for MGM’s lion, paying $8.45 billion for studio behind JamesFamily ProofCheese Crostini: Delicious Recipes Worth CookingFamily ProofHomemade Tomato Soup: Delicious Recipes Worth CookingFamily ProofWhat to Know About ‘Loki’ Ahead of Disney+ Premier on June 9Family ProofChicken Bao: Delicious Recipes Worth CookingFamily ProofBaked Sesame Salmon: Recipes Worth CookingFamily Proof
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It’s not all about the money for today’s graduates
Tags: NULL More From Our Partners Inside Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis’ not-so-average farmhouse estatenypost.comRussell Wilson, AOC among many voicing support for Naomi Osakacbsnews.comA ProPublica investigation has caused outrage in the U.S. this weekvaluewalk.comPolice Capture Elusive Tiger Poacher After 20 Years of Pursuing the Huntergoodnewsnetwork.orgSupermodel Anne Vyalitsyna claims income drop, pushes for child supportnypost.comNative American Tribe Gets Back Sacred Island Taken 160 Years Agogoodnewsnetwork.orgKiller drone ‘hunted down a human target’ without being told tonypost.comAstounding Fossil Discovery in California After Man Looks Closelygoodnewsnetwork.orgBrave 7-Year-old Boy Swims an Hour to Rescue His Dad and Little Sistergoodnewsnetwork.org Express KCS It’s not all about the money for today’s graduates Monday 2 March 2015 9:18 pm Show Comments ▼
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Investors sharpen their knives ahead of the meeting season
Investors sharpen their knives ahead of the meeting season As Britain’s biggest companies prepare to meet their shareholders, should directors be nervous? Adam Hignett reports.IN 2012, WPP’s Sir Martin Sorrell found himself classed as the most high-profile victim of the so-called shareholder spring, despite his remuneration being a “modest” £6.8m. Since then though, it has ballooned to £36m. In terms of performance, Sorrell has certainly delivered a solid investor return over the past five years, a key metric used to determine his remuneration. But will investors balk at this record figure, and the other record remunerations expected this year? Paul Emerton, Old Mutual’s head of UK stewardship and governance and a leading voice in the debate, has his doubts. “We are not in the same situation economically as we were in recent years, so there may not be the same reactions as before,” he told City A.M., adding shareholders were still likely to remain “sensitive” to the sheer size of pay awards. Remuneration is just one issue among many facing investors this meeting season. While the feel-good factor of economic recovery may insulate chief executives from some discontent, other areas are rearing their head.“We’ve had one or two interesting developments in terms of salary policy and what happens when they need to find a new chief executive,” Manifest’s Paul Hewitt said. “Succession plans will be given a lot of attention.” Hewitt highlighted the row which engulfed BG Group last December over the appointment of Helge Lund – and his £25m pay deal – as an example of poor succession planning and remuneration conflicting. Will Pomroy, of the National Association of Pension Funds (NAPF), agreed remuneration will not weigh as much on shareholders’ minds this year – even if the pay is heavier. “It will be an interesting season when it comes to what votes actually mean this year,” he said, adding shareholders may still chose remuneration votes as a proxy broader dissent. Room for shareholder manoeuvre on remuneration votes may be restricted, however, with Emerton believing shareholders may have tied their hands with three-year plans. “This will take away some of their momentum,” he said. But this may not be the whole picture. Pomroy said companies could regret being bound by the plans leaving shareholders room to push back if they need tweaking.“There will be a degree of revisionism this year, it’s an evolving beast. The expectations have moved on and are evolving,” he said. He added there might be other avenues to express discontent, such as voting on executives and those who sit on the remuneration committees. Equally problematic for companies, and a point of contention for shareholders is the ongoing issue surrounding the use of 12-month service contracts. A recent example of this issue raising its head involved Peter Sands of Standard Chartered, whose 12- month contract ensured he left the bank with a hefty payout. Despite these other considerations, the overall figures still are certain to grab the attention of certain shareholders. “There will always be companies which grab headlines for reason of quantum,” Hewitt said, who added WPP often had noticeable discontent from shareholders.But will there be a repeat of 2012 for Sorrell? The NAPF does not expect it: “WPP has clearly performed well and benefited our shareholders,” said Pomroy, adding; “Our concern is what happens after he is gone. “Unfortunately it is not an individual but a company we invest in.” Share whatsapp Show Comments ▼
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David Cameron says English votes for English laws will go ahead in first 100 days of Tory government
Tags: David Cameron English devolution General Election 2015 People Jeff Misenti David Cameron and William Hague have outlined their plans for English Votes for English laws (EVEL) which include an England-specific rate of income tax. The proposals are part of the Conservative Party’s first ever English manifesto. The Tory campaign has zoned in on the possibility of a SNP-Labour deal as a key issue that could sway English voters in marginal seats to return David Cameron to Downing street. English MPs would have a veto on matters that only applied to England. The Prime Minister said in a speech in Lincoln:If English MPs do not have the right to vote on health and education in Scotland why should Scottish MPs have the right to determine what happens in English hospitals and English schools.Cameron argued the Tory proposals represented a “fair deal” for all regions of the UK. The Conservative leader was at pains to stress that the plans for EVEL were not about fragmenting the UK but making the union stronger by preventing resentment rising in England. Scotland is due to receive new powers thanks to the findings of the Smith Commission that was set-up in the wake of the independence referendum where Scots voted to stick with the Union by a margin of 10 points. Scotland will soon have the ability to decide its own income tax rates.If the Conservative win the General Election the English manifesto will be implemented within the first 100 days of the next government. The centre piece of the proposals are an English rate of income tax, which could apply to Wales and Northern Ireland until further devolution is implemented. Cameron said: “English MPs will be unable to vote on the income tax paid by people in Aberdeen and Edinburgh while Scottish MPs are able to vote on the tax you pay in Birmingham or Canterbury or Leeds.”It is simply unfair. And with English Votes for English laws we will put it right.”[custom id=”1”] David Cameron says English votes for English laws will go ahead in first 100 days of Tory government whatsapp 
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Construction activity grows
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Construction activity grows BRITAIN’S economic recovery is driving building growth, the Construction Products Association said yesterday, publishing figures showing strong demand for manufactured industry goods.A net balance of 50 per cent of heavy side firms reported a rise in sales, as did a balance of 29 per cent of light side firms.Heavy side firms produce materials used in structural areas, such as concrete, while light firms make fittings like heating systems.Both sides have seen a fall in export orders, indicating that the large uplift in demand has come from British construction sites.The demand means 77 per cent of heavy firms and 64 per cent of light side plan to increase investment in research and development this year. Monday 27 April 2015 12:02 am Show Comments ▼ Tags: NULL
City Moves for 22 May 2015 | Who’s switching jobs
whatsapp Pension Insurance CorporationRob Groves has been appointed chief investment officer of the specialist insurer. He joins from Friends life, where he held the same role and oversaw assets totalling £100bn. Groves has previously worked for UBS, Commerzbank and Towers.Maples TeesdaleThe commercial property solicitors has appointed Dellah Gilbert as a partner. She has over 20 years’ experience, and was previously of counsel at Hogan Lovells.Quoted Companies Alliance The independent membership organisation has appointed Judith MacKenzie to its board. The fund manager is a partner of Downing and is responsible for its private equity division. She has also been a partner at Acuity Capital and senior investment manager at Aberdeen Asset Management Growth Capital.New Street Executive SearchThe tech-led executive search firm has appointed Kevin Anderson as principal, to lead its business and support services practice. Anderson joins from technology business The Big World, where he was global marketing director. He comes with over 20 years’ of experience.Berkeley Research GroupDr Roger Miles has joined the strategic advisory firm’s international financial services advisory practice. The specialist researcher in behavioural risk has over 25 years’ experience. He has held senior roles at the British Bankers’ Association and in a ministerial department of the government. Miles’ work with organisations also spans Whitehall’s Collaborative Strategies, King’s College London, LSE and Cranfield.Key RetirementThe of 55s financial specialist has strengthened its new Retirement Options service with the appointment of Kevin Stelfox as director of retirement options and wealth management. Stelfox has held senior management positions at Annuity Supermarket, Personal Touch Finance and Aviva.FRP Advisory The restructuring and advisory firm has expanded its Midlands operation with the appointment of Gemma Jones, previously manager at Grant Thornton UK. As part of this role, Jones spent two years with HSBC.To appear in City Moves please email your career updates and pictures to [email protected] up to receive the new City Moves morning update if you haven’t already. Thursday 21 May 2015 8:49 pm Share whatsapp
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What a catch! Investors splash out on fish tackle float
Monday 1 June 2015 12:05 am Share Show Comments ▼ whatsapp whatsapp FISHING Republic reeled in the investors for its flotation on the Alternative Investment Market (AIM), today announcing that it has landed £1.5m in an initial public offering (IPO), which values the firm at roughly £3.6m. It is the first ever flotation of a tackle shop. The firm, established by chief executive Steve Gross (pictured), who started selling equipment as a 13-year-old, has seven stores across the north of England. Video Carousel – cityam_native_carousel – 426 00:00/00:50 LIVERead More Ad Unmute by Taboolaby TaboolaSponsored LinksSponsored LinksPromoted LinksPromoted LinksYou May LikeMoneyPailShe Was A Star, Now She Works In ScottsdaleMoneyPailUndoMaternity WeekA Letter From The Devil Written By A Possessed Nun In 1676 Has Been TranslatedMaternity WeekUndoPost FunKate & Meghan Are Very Different Mothers, These Photos Prove ItPost FunUndoInvestment GuruRemember Cote De Pablo? Take A Deep Breath Before You See Her NowInvestment GuruUndoComedyAbandoned Submarines Floating Around the WorldComedyUndoEquity MirrorThey Drained Niagara Falls — They Weren’t Prepared For This Sickening DiscoveryEquity MirrorUndoOpulent ExpressHer Quadruplets Were Born Without A Hitch. Then Doctors Realized SomethingOpulent ExpressUndoLearn It WiseAfter Losing 70lbs Susan Boyle Is So Skinny Now She Looks Like A ModelLearn It WiseUndoLoan Insurance WealthGrab A Tissue Before You See Richard Simmons At 72Loan Insurance WealthUndo
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Thomas Cook’s share price drops after confirming £25m earnings hit followingTunisia attacks and ongoing Grexit fears
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Thomas Cook’s share price fell this morning after confirming the terror attack in Tunisia and ongoing concerns around a possible Grexit could lower full year earnings by £25m. The figuresThe holiday group has reported its 12th consecutive quarter of improved profitability for the three months to 30 June, with operating profit up £53m, while net debt dropped by £111m to £392m. Summer holiday bookings to most destinations were “in line with expectations”, the firm added. The strong pound is also expected to hurt Thomas Cook’s earnings to the tune of around £39m. The business acknowledged there would be considerable knock on effects from the tragic events at a tourist resort near Sousse, Tunisia on 26 June, in which 38 people were killed. However Thomas Cook said it still expects full year growth. Despite that investors were clearly unconvinced about the outlook: Thomas Cook’s share price was down 3.2 per cent in early trading. Why it’s interestingThomas Cook appears to have shrugged off the negative publicity around its handling of the deaths of two children at one of its approved hotels in Corfu nine years ago. The group was heavily criticised in May for failing to apologise to parents Sharon Wood and Neil Shepherd, with former chief executive Harriet Green going on to donate £3m to a charity they had set up. This backfired, however, after it emerged the parents had not been consulted on the move once again. But the holiday group has been much harder hit by the aftermath of the Tunisia attack, although it has been seen as handling the situation well, evacuating more than 15,000 guests and offering special assistance teams for those affected. At the time Thomas Cook’s share price took a hit, and today’s announcement gives the first details of exactly how it has affected the company’s bottom line. What Thomas Cook said Chief executive Peter Fankhauser said: “Since the end of the third quarter, our business has been impacted by significant external shocks…. “Our people have shown exemplary commitment during these crises, distinguishing Thomas Cook by personally contacting tens of thousands of customers, and amending and rebooking their holidays in just a few days. It is the dedication of our people that make us one of the most popular travel brands in Europe. “While the impact of Tunisia and Greece will reduce our fourth quarter and full year profits, and in spite of foreign exchange headwinds, I have every confidence that our progress will continue, supported by the ongoing execution of our profitable growth strategy.” In short It was shaping up to be a strong year for Thomas Cook, despite its handling of the Corfu deaths. The events in Tunisia and Greece will take its toll on the business, but overall it is performing well. Share Thomas Cook’s share price drops after confirming £25m earnings hit followingTunisia attacks and ongoing Grexit fears Show Comments ▼ Tags: Company Thomas Cook Group