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Scottish Friendly’s Family Finance Tracker has revealed that nearly half (46%) of women are opting to hold their long-term savings in a savings account, instead of more tax-friendly options such as a pension or ISA wrappers, compared to 39% of men. Meanwhile, 33% of men are opting to use pensi

Safelift Offshore, an Aberdeenshire-based company specialising in manual handling and lifting equipment for the energy sector, is has marked its 30th year in business with a significant investment. Over the past year, Safelift has invested approximately £1 million in expanding its facilities a

EY's UK partners have seen their average pay fall 5% to £723,000 this year, despite a 3% rise in revenue to £3.70 billion for the financial year ending 30 June 2024. The Big Four firm reported a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10% for fee income over the last four years, while also

Scottish councils are facing a severe financial crisis due to ongoing inflation, wage pressures, and rising service demands, according to a new report by the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) and the Local Government Information Unit (LGIU).

Bacardi, the family-owned spirits giant, has invested millions in two of its whisky distilleries and one warehouse in Scotland to meet growing global demand. Most recently, the company added three new state-of-the-art aging warehouses at its 200-acre blending and maturation centre at Poniel in south

Picture (L-R): Kylie Moles and Matt Sandham of bspoq with Toni Baxter and Jed Simpson of TYGRIS A Scottish family-run business has experienced a major increase in online revenue since rebranding and implementing a digital-led sales strategy.

Lesmahagow-based fleet vehicle graphics firm, OPG, is on track to increase turnover by 40% following continued business growth since a management buy-out (MBO) in late 2022. OPG’s primary focus is the design and production of branding and wraps for vehicles, working with household names across

Milne Wealth Management founder Elaine Milne has spoken of her difficult journey from a housing scheme in Dundee to running a wealth management firm with hundreds of clients across the country. Ms Milne, originally from Dundee, and now based in Bristol, has worked in financial services for more than

A report by MPs and peers has branded the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) as "incompetent at best, dishonest at worst". The report, the culmination of a three-year inquiry involving testimony from 175 individuals, highlights the FCA's failure to protect consumers and small businesses from financia

A renowned restaurant venue in the heart of Anstruther has been given a fresh lease of life with the opening of a wine and tapas bar called The Cellar at 24.

Shetland-based independent insurance broker TL Dallas continues to go from strength to strength after its acquisition of March Commercial six months ago, with the appointment of two new team members.  Rozan Leslie and Eilidh Blance have joined the team, bringing the number of employees at the f

David Ross, CEO of Glasgow Credit Union, discusses the importance of ethical and purpose-driven lending in addressing the national housing emergency. Scotland is currently facing a national housing emergency, with a record number of people currently in temporary accommodation. Housing pressures are

Sir James Nicol Walker CBE passed away in Aberdeen Royal Infirmary on Sunday 15 December 2024. James, known as ‘Jim’, was born in Elgin on 13th June 1944, son of the late James and Winnie Walker, younger brother of the late Joe and Marjorie Walker.

Elgin-based Ava Innes, a luxury bedding company, has been awarded £140,000 in prize money after winning both the Scottish Edge Award (£65,000) and the STV Growth Edge Award (£75,000). Founded by Joan Johnston, the company has developed a unique, patented duvet utilising a blend of

Highlands-based water treatment solutions provider RSE has reported a strong financial performance for the year ending 31 March 2024. Revenue surged by 30% to £257.2 million, up from £197.7m in 2023, while operating profit rose to £19.9m from £13.9m.