Commercial Awareness

New Electric Vehicle Subsidy Scheme Launches in UK

July 24, 2025

The government’s long-awaited scheme aiming to increase electric vehicle sales has come into force – but confusion over eligibility is a concern.

Tech Company Figma Seeks US IPO

Figma, a tech company which creates software aimed at designers, is preparing for its IPO on the New York Stock Exchange.

Nvidia Reaches $4 Trillion Market Capitalisation

July 10, 2025

The staggering growth of US tech company Nvidia has now hit a new milestone – a market cap of $4 trillion.

The fallout from Trump’s tariffs, three months on from “Liberation Day”

July 7, 2025

President Trump’s latest tariffs signal significant changes for U.S. trade policy, with implications for business costs and global supply chains.

UK Water Regulator Issues Significant Non-Compliance Fines

June 11, 2025

In recent months, UK water sector regulator Ofwat has issued a number of fines to water companies for breaches of water standards.

Shein Issued EU Consumer Rights Warning

June 5, 2025

Fast fashion giant Shein has been issued a serious warning following an investigation by the EU’s consumer rights enforcer over multiple alleged breaches.

UK House Prices Experience Significant Increase

February 14, 2025

New research suggests house prices in the UK have reached highs not seen in years, as concerns over affordability increase yet again.

UK Government Demands Access to Apple Data

The UK Government is attempting to force Apple to allow it access to a huge volume of encrypted user data.

Airbus Announces Huge Job Cuts 

December 12, 2024

The world’s biggest commercial aircraft maker, Airbus, has announced plans to cut a large amount of its workforce.

Worker Protection Act: A Turning Point?

The recently passed Worker Protection Act 2023 aims to significantly change the way sexual harassment is deal with in the modern workplace.