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Revolut, Chase and Modulr are set to join the 159 short-code phone service available to people who are worried about a potential banking scam. 

A jumper worn by the late Matthew Perry has sold for over six times the estimated sale price at an auction marking the 30th anniversary of the hit tv show Friends.

Property firm Rettie has raised its 2024 house price forecast by a full 1.5 percentage points, doubling its prediction to 3%, with Rettie’s research unit adjusting its forecast due to the recent reduction in the UK interest rate. Dr John Boyle, head of research at Rettie, said: “With the

Accountancy and business advisory firm Johnston Carmichael has welcomed 61 students into the firm following growth across the UK. The recruits will be spread across the firm’s offices in Scotland and Newcastle, where Johnston Carmichael recently moved to bigger premises as it grows its head co

Thorntons has made 15 new appointments to its offices across Scotland.

Harper Macleod has advised on the business succession of Dundee-based Lock Shop & Security Services. Ownership of the Tayside business, which has been providing locksmith, access control and home security services since 1984, has transferred from Mike and Therese Devlin to the business’ ma

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) has introduced a new Professional Diploma in Sustainability designed for finance professionals at all levels who are looking to gain a comprehensive understanding of sustainability and accreditation to prove it.

Tax specialists at Henderson Loggie are encouraging Scotland’s cultural community to capitalise on available tax reliefs, having witnessed the significant impact these can have on the sustainability of organisations, their long-term planning capabilities, and their broader community influence.

A Japanese snack company has issued a public apology after raising the price of its popular puffed corn snack for the second time in 45 years. Umaibo (literally translated as 'delicious stick'), the snack known for its affordability and nostalgic appeal, has been a staple since 1979, originally cost

Business confidence in Scotland fell by 16 points to 48% in September, according to the Bank of Scotland's Business Barometer. Companies in Scotland reported lower confidence in their own business prospects month-on-month, down 19 points at 47%. When taken alongside their optimism in the economy, wh

Time is running out for the vast majority of high net worth individuals (HNWI) in Scotland wanting to pass on their wealth as they put inheritance planning on the back burner, according to new research from Rathbones. A third (31%) of HNWIs in Scotland want to pass on wealth but have put no plans in

The UK economy grew by 0.5% in the second quarter of 2024, slightly less than initial estimates of 6%, according to the Office for National Statistics. Despite the slowdown, there are signs of improvement, including a rise in the household saving ratio and GDP per head.

Accountancy firm Wbg has encouraged SMEs to put themselves at the heart of their local communities and help generate thriving local economies to the benefit of the national economy. The firm endorses the Scotland Loves Local Pledge – a commitment to prioritising local people and businesses by

Maven Capital Partners has launched new £40 million joint share offers across its four well-established Venture Capital Trusts (VCTs). Investors have the opportunity to benefit from up to 30% initial tax relief, tax-free dividends, and exemption from capital gains tax, while participating in t

Deloitte UK partners have seen their average pay fall by £48,000 to £1.012 million in the year ending May 2024. This decrease comes despite a 2% rise in total revenue to £5.7 billion, driven by strong performance in tax, legal, and auditing. However, it remains the only Big Four fi