Pressure on London shares is set to continue today after mining stocks fell sharply on Friday to leave the FTSE 100 index below 7,000 for the first time since July.
Sandwich chain Pret A Manger, which saw customer levels plunge during the pandemic, has said central London trade is improving and shop staff will get a 5% pay rise.
Apple’s latest product reveal failed the “wow factor” test for investors on Wednesday, as the tech sector’s focus remains firmly on more pressing concerns around industry chip shortages.
The firm behind John Lewis and Waitrose is looking to hire 7000 people in temporary roles this Christmas, as it anticipates high customer demand for goods.
Pret A Manger, the sandwich chain that has seen customer levels plunge due to the pandemic, has revealed where six recently announced closures will be.