Business News

Eleven of the region’s leading businesses ‘made history’ last night when they were named the ‘Best in the Black Country’ at a glittering ceremony in front of 450 people at the University of Wolverhampton at The Halls.

GBG, the global identity technology business enabling safe and rewarding digital lives, has selected Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS), as its preferred cloud provider to accelerate growth globally while simplifying operations, strengthening compliance, and unlocking new opportunities for innovation.

The Ascott Limited (Ascott), the wholly owned lodging business unit of CapitaLand Investment (CLI), has launched the Disability Inclusion Playbook for the Accommodation Sector.

Following the announcement on its new stadium, by Birmingham City FC, NTE (Night Time Economy) Ambassador for Birmingham and music consultant, Lyle Bignon, said: "The bold and unique design for Birmingham City FC's new stadium - The Powerhouse - marks an extraordinary moment in the Club's history.

DIFC, the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia region, explores the rising competitiveness of emerging financial cities as traditional financial centres face mounting pressures, in the sixth edition in its flagship Future of Finance report series.

The Scottish Africa Business Association (SABA) have announced Ebury as a sponsor for Scotland London Africa Week 2025.

People making money from Christmas crafts, seasonal market stalls, or selling festive items are being urged to check if they need to tell HMRC about their earnings.

Birmingham Airport (BHX) has reported a strong start to winter, after recording its busiest October ever, with 1,246,664 passengers travelling through the regional transport hub in October 2025 – a 4% increase compared to the same period last year.

The Western Union Company are set to host an Investor Day event in New York City.

Critical under-investment in regions outside of the South-East is a serious drag on the UK's economic prospects and needs urgent address, according to Rathbones, one of the UK's leading wealth management groups.

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The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, has vowed to take the fair choices to deliver strong foundations for our economy and secure our country’s future.

Afriex, a global fintech platform, have announced a collaboration with Visa, a world leader in digital payments, to bring real-time cross-border payments to more than 160 markets.

The 31st Annual Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) Cruise Conference & Trade Show concluded in San Juan, Puerto Rico last week, following a week of high-level discussions, productive one-on-one meetings, and renewed commitment to advancing the cruise industry through collaboration, innovation and sustainable development.

National law firm for life and business Shakespeare Martineau has announced 36 promotions across a variety of teams and locations, including 31 in the Midlands.