Ex-bankers jailed for rigging rates have convictions quashed

BBC - Oct 7, 2026

Jay Merchant, Jonathan Mathew, Philippe Moryoussef, Alex Pabon, Colin Bermingham had their convictions overturned by the Court of Appeal.

Read full article

More News

Airfares Have Spiked. Is the Death of Spirit Airlines to Blame?

Oct 7, 2026

Airfares Have Spiked. Is the Death of Spirit Airlines to Blame?

In the wake of the ultra-low-cost carrier’s closure, and with the cost of fuel and labor rising, domestic fares have become less competitive. But there are ways to parry higher prices.

Inheritances Can Shatter Families. Could a Therapist Help?

Oct 7, 2026

Inheritances Can Shatter Families. Could a Therapist Help?

As the country faces the greatest wealth transfer in history, some people are turning to therapists to help them pass on their assets in a way that preserves harmony.

'Wear more clothes if it's cold,' schools told as energy bills rise

Oct 7, 2026

'Wear more clothes if it's cold,' schools told as energy bills rise

The EA suggests cost-saving measures as it warns school gas and electricity bills are set to rise.

Fears coastal town road closure could leave Watchet 'desolate'

Oct 7, 2026

Fears coastal town road closure could leave Watchet 'desolate'

Businesses in Watchet are concerned by the closure of the main road into Watchet.

Porsche, Facing Falling Profits, Plans to Cut 25% of Its Work Force

Oct 7, 2026

Porsche, Facing Falling Profits, Plans to Cut 25% of Its Work Force

The German sports car maker once thrived in China and powered profits for its parent company, Volkswagen. Now it hopes to do more with less.

Jaguar unveils new electric car after 'woke' ridicule

Oct 7, 2026

Jaguar unveils new electric car after 'woke' ridicule

Two years after JLR relaunched Jaguar into a blizzard of controversy, it has launched its new EV.

Rainmakers: The drones used to seed clouds

Oct 7, 2026

Rainmakers: The drones used to seed clouds

Cloud seeding is gaining attention as countries look to boost rainfall - will drones help?

Porsche’s New Look: Pricier Cars and 25% Fewer Employees

Oct 7, 2026

Porsche’s New Look: Pricier Cars and 25% Fewer Employees

The German sports car maker once thrived in China and powered profits for its parent company, Volkswagen. Now it hopes to do more with less.

Half the harvest, twice the bills: how drought hit farms

Oct 7, 2026

Half the harvest, twice the bills: how drought hit farms

Farmers gathered much less wheat in 2026 and dairy farmers' costs rose.

Landlord's heartbreak as pub shuts down

Oct 7, 2026

Landlord's heartbreak as pub shuts down

Jon Dean, who ran The Alma Tavern in Worcester, said he has been crippled by rising costs and has had to let 15 staff go.

How Trump’s Tariff War With Canada Ensnared the Can-Am Spyder

Oct 7, 2026

How Trump’s Tariff War With Canada Ensnared the Can-Am Spyder

The Can-Am Spyder has a devoted fan base across the United States. Now it’s a casualty in the trade war with Canada.

Paramount Closes Merger With Warner Bros. Discovery to Form Skydance

Oct 7, 2026

Paramount Closes Merger With Warner Bros. Discovery to Form Skydance

After a legal battle, the two Hollywood giants have become one. But the new company is saddled with debt, and in a memo to employees, its leaders hinted at cost cuts.

Recommended

The Financial Metrics

The Financial Metrics delivers breaking news and delves into the insights of business with progressive financial advice for today’s advanced business environment.

ABOUT US
NEWSLETTER

Copyright © 2015 - 2026 The Financial Metrics. All Rights Reserved.