Summary: Marks & Spencer's stock reaches 18-month highs due to strong performance in physical stores and across various brands. The company raises financial guidance and predicts higher profits for the fiscal year. Marks & Spencer expands its market share in clothing, home, and food business es over a 19-week period. Share price experiences a significant increase of 128.75% from the previous year's low. Despite economic challenges, Marks & Spencer's resilience and trusted brand image contribute to its success. ...

Summary: Rangers manager Michael Beale reflects on a positive pre-season game against Olympiacos , emphasizing the importance of facing varied opponents for preparation. Beale expresses confidence in the players' fitness and readiness for the upcoming season, stressing the need to push the team during pre-season . The manager remains optimistic about the team's performance , especially with the new players who have joined the squad. Beale hints at potential incoming transfers while urging fans to be patient for official announcements. Rangers face Hoffenheim next, with Beale excited about the challenges presented b...

Summary: Deliveroo surpasses profit expectations in the UK, with a 7% increase in gross transaction value . Proposed return of £250 million surplus cash to investors and potential introduction of regular dividend s. Stock price surges by 3.75% in response to improved profit outlook. Deliveroo 's performance shows progress compared to initial challenges since its 2021 stock listing. ...

Summary: HSBC 's first-half profit surges more than twofold. HSBC announces a new share buyback program worth $2 billion. Market cap reaches $162 billion, with a pre-tax profit of $21.7 billion in the first six months. Investors are excited about the confidence shown through share buyback s. HSBC shares are soaring after reporting strong earnings and announcing a fresh share buyback of up to $2 billion. ...

Summary: Manchester United secures a convincing 2-0 victory against Arsenal in the preseason. Copy Manu impresses with a mature performance in midfield, overshadowing established midfielders from Arsenal. Jadon Sancho showcases his talent with a well-taken goal, hinting at a successful season ahead. Manager Eric Ten Hag's influence on the team's playing style is evident, setting high hopes for the upcoming season. The injury of Amad Diallo remains a concern for the team, but other players step up to contribute to the squad's success. ...

Summary: Koji's exhilaration at scoring his first goal for the club and his gratitude for the team's support. Kev's acknowledgment of the defensive effort , highlighting collective contribution from all positions. Bakuna's unexpected role shift to right back and his impressive adaptation to the position. The team's enthusiasm about the strong start to the season while remaining committed to continuous improvement. Tactical approach of strategic defending and capitalizing on turnovers to secure victory . Demonstration of unyielding d...

This is Eurovision 2023 calling... | The Leader Podcast ES Audio From the Evening Standard in London, I'm Rachelle Travers and this is The Leader. Eurovision 2023. Are you ready? For the first time in 25 years, the competition is back on UK soil, as we play hosts for last year's winner, Ukraine. The party atmosphere is already well underway in Liverpool, who beat out a number of other cities hoping to be the stage for the big event. Last time, Sam Ryder did the UK proud with his song, Spaceman. But this year is the turn of Mae Muller. We'll be hoping to win the competition, or at least a respectable finish, with her entry, I wrote a song. Here with me to discuss all things Eurovision and everything you need to know about the competition this year are… I'm Professor Helen Julie Miners, Head of School of Arts at York St John University. I do various things. I'm a t...

Summary: Graeme Souness calls on Declan Rice to score more goals for Arsenal's success. Brighton and Hove Albion's performance under Roberto Deserby raises curiosity for the upcoming season. Squad depth will be crucial for handling the challenges of European football. Aston Villa's strong ownership and managerial presence could lead to a successful season. Souness believes that Arsenal must become mentally tougher to achieve their goals. Graeme Souness, the renown...

Summary: Luton Town manager Rob Edwards discusses the team's excitement and determination for the upcoming match against Chelsea . Edwards provides updates on player availability , mentioning Ross Bossby and Reece Burke's return. He highlights the impact of new signing Tim Krul and the competition for starting positions. Edwards reflects on lessons learned from the Brighton game, focusing on defensive improvements . He expresses respect for Mauricio Pochettino and readiness for tactical challenges . Edwards emphasizes the team's commit...

Summary: A former Coutts employee, Lewis, criticized the bank's CEO, Alison Rose, for discussing confidential client matters with a BBC journalist, citing such behavior as unacceptable. Lewis questioned the relevance of Coutts' focus on social causes like environmentalism and LGBTQ+ rights in relation to the bank's business performance. Concerns were raised about the potential conflict between Coutts' role as a financial institution and its involvement in moral and political matters. Lewis suggested that Coutts' emphasis on certain issues might reflect minority views rather than aligning with the preferences of t...

Summary: Jamie O'Hara and Jason Cundy engage in a fiery discussion about Chelsea 's summer spending spree. O'Hara criticizes the club's high fees for players from other Premier League teams, accusing them of 'ruining football'. The debate covers the financial aspects of Chelsea 's spending, with Cundy defending the investment -oriented approach and O'Hara remaining skeptical. A Chelsea fan, Shaq, joins the conversation to highlight the club's concentrated rebuilding strategy and future stability. The discussion ends with differing views on Chelsea 's spending and its potential impact on ...

Summary: Fans reflect on Harry Maguire 's legacy at Manchester United as he prepares to join West Ham United . Opinions vary on Maguire's performance , with some praising his professionalism and others highlighting his challenges . Supportive messages are shared for Maguire's future at West Ham, emphasizing his potential to excel in a different environment. Discussion includes Manchester United 's recent upgrades , managerial changes, and optimism for the upcoming season. Mixed perspectives on Maguire's captaincy and fit within different tactical systems are presented. Supporters express solidarity with Ma...

Summary: NVIDIA 's earnings report exceeded analyst expectations, leading to a 13.2% surge in stock price in extended trading. Other chip stocks , including AMD and Intel , also experienced significant gains as a result of NVIDIA 's success. ST Microelectronics , a French chip manufacturer, saw a positive stock price response due to the market's enthusiasm following NVIDIA 's earnings . ...

Ten Hag Demands REACTION! | MAN UTD vs REAL BETIS | No Excuses: Full Performance & WIN Expected The beauty of football is that you can move on quickly and man United having rail bettas on Thursday night. I tell you what, it's perfect. If we had to wait a week between now and Southampton, it would just fester more and more. But we've got the opportunity to turn it round on Thursday. Get back to winning ways. I'm going to run through my starting 11, all the early team news and I want to start by speaking for hopefully the final time about this game. I'm not saying that we should forget about this game. You cannot and will never forget when you lose 7-0 to your biggest rivals. However, Manchester United have dealt with adversity on multiple occasions this season. Now this is definitely the most extreme example of it. But let me quickly rewind and show you what happe...