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Scottish football fans have revealed how they plan to get into the football spirit during Euro 2024, according to new KPMG research. As part of its Consumer Pulse survey, KPMG polled 3,000 (297 in Scotland) UK consumers ahead of multiple international sports tournaments being screened this summer in

Medium-sized businesses are more optimistic than smaller firms with economic and geopolitical uncertainty, recruitment problems, investment in cybersecurity and talent acquisition the key concerns according to the latest Azets Barometer Survey. The survey, which researched UK businesses during April

Edinburgh's detached homes have seen an extraordinary price surge, rising nearly £1,500 per week in the last year. According to analysis of official figures by DJ Alexander Ltd, the average price now stands at £742,304, a £75,490 increase from April 2023 to March 2024. This is equi

A rare Superman comic has been sold for $189,000 (around £148,000) at UK auction to Australian buyer.

The Scottish Government has appointed Allan Clow and Melanie Collett as non-executive directors to the board of Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE). Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Economy and Gaelic Kate Forbes approved three-year terms which came into effect from

Action star Sylvester Stallone has auctioned off 11 watches from his personal collection, raising a total of $6.7 million (around £5.3m).

Businesses need to change the way they respond to global risks if they want to stay competitive, BDO has warned. The firm’s annual risk report found that business leaders are facing almost permanent disruption, with 84% of respondents to its survey said that the global risk landscape is now mo

Angus-based textile firm Wilkie has acquired Bradford Industries' factory in Lowell, Massachusetts, for an undisclosed sum. The move expands Wilkie's American presence, adding 25 employees and £6.25 million in revenue. The Scottish business, operating since 1868, specializes in industrial text

Scotland's private sector activity expanded for the fifth consecutive month in May, the strongest pace in two years, according to the Royal Bank of Scotland Business Activity Index. This growth was driven by increased demand for services, which offset a continued downturn in manufacturing.

With just a little over two weeks left to apply to Deloitte’s 27th annual Technology Fast 50 awards, Scotland-based technology firms are being encouraged to apply. The awards recognise and rank the 50 fastest growing technology companies in the UK, based on the last four years of revenue growt

The Scottish Space Network (SSN) has formed a strategic partnership with New York-based Sustainable Alpha to unlock investment for the Scottish, UK, and international space sectors. The collaboration will focus on identifying the funding needs of the fast-growing industry and developing a comprehens

Renfrewshire-based design agency Yellow Slate Design has achieved remarkable growth of 200% year-on-year for eight consecutive years, thanks to support and funding guidance provided by Business Gateway. The agency offers comprehensive branding services across various industries. The agency's experti

Edinburgh Airport's recovery from the pandemic has surpassed expectations, with operating profits soaring to nearly £145 million in 2023, a 77% increase from the previous year.

Protections for people who are in debt and experiencing mental health problems have been approved by the Scottish Parliament. The Bankruptcy and Diligence (Scotland) Bill includes the power to bring in a pause on debt recovery action until six months after the person has finished treatment.

Perth-based renewable energy installer IMS Heat Pumps has been acquired by residential energy services firm Hometree for an undisclosed sum.