Abrdn: abolish stamp duty on FTSE 250 shares

Edinburgh-based Abrdn, the global investment company, called on Thursday for “urgent measures” to be introduced by the UK government to “protect and support” listed smaller…













Alex Salmond dies at 69

Alex Salmond, the former First Minister of Scotland and one of the most prominent figures in the Scottish independence movement, died on Saturday, Reuters reported….







Summerhouse Drinks acquires Ella Drinks

Fraserburgh-based craft soft drinks producer Summerhouse Drinks has announced the acquisition of Ella Drinks, a Brechin-based producer of pressed fruit juices, following the retirement of…






TSB promotes Bannister as Jones departs

TSB announced the appointment of Nicola Bannister as Director of Enterprise Services, subject to regulatory approval, joining the bank’s Executive Committee. This follows the departure…

















Beeks profit up 68% amid record sales pipeline

Beeks Financial Cloud Group plc, the Glasgow-based connectivity provider for international financial markets, said its revenues increased 27% to £28.5 million in the year to June 30,…





Converge awards shine light on university startups

Converge, Scotland’s springboard for university company founders, has announced the winners of its 2024 awards, showcasing innovations that address global challenges from environmental sustainability to…



SPFL turnover rises to record to £44.3m

The Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL) has published annual accounts showing it has grown its turnover to £44.3 million – the highest ever figure in…




Edinburgh’s Resolution Therapeutics raises £63m

Edinburgh-based Resolution Therapeutics Limited announced it has raised £63.5 million in Series B financing round led by investment firm Syncona Ltd. Resolution is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical…