Category: Business Development

Lulu Group’s Retail Empire Expands: Strong Financial Performance and Strategic Growth in 2025

10 September 2025

Record-Breaking Performance and Expansion Lulu Retail Holdings PLC has demonstrated remarkable growth in the first half of 2025, achieving revenue of $4.1 billion, representing a 5.9% year-on-year increase. The company’s EBITDA reached $418 million, up 7.0% YoY, while net profit grew to $127 million, marking a 9.1% increase with a healthy net margin of 3.1%. […]

Funeral Industry in 2025: How Directors Navigate New Trends and Technologies

10 September 2025

The Evolving Landscape of Funeral Services The death care industry, encompassing funeral services, cremation services, and memorial products, is projected to reach $103.5 billion by 2030, with a compound annual growth rate of 6.67% from 2025 onward. Currently, an estimated 22,327 funeral directors operate across the United States, working within more than 15,703 funeral homes […]

McDonald’s Monopoly Returns with Largest-Ever Prize Pool and Digital Innovation for 2025

10 September 2025

A Gaming Revolution at McDonald’s McDonald’s iconic Monopoly promotion is set to return this Wednesday, September 10th, bringing with it millions of prizes worth over £2 million. The promotion, which has been a customer favourite since 2006, continues to captivate participants with its extensive prize offerings. What’s New in 2025 This year introduces the McDonald’s […]

McDonald’s Digital Revolution: How Your Local Restaurant Is Getting Smarter and More Connected

10 September 2025

The Future of Fast Food is Here McDonald’s is undertaking one of its most significant structural shifts in recent memory, with a clear focus on moving faster and decentralizing hospitality systems. The company’s loyalty program already boasts 150 million active users generating over $20 billion in systemwide sales, with ambitious plans to increase to 250 […]

Metro Bank’s Transformation Success: Record Lending and Profitable Growth in 2025

9 September 2025

Strong Performance and Strategic Progress Metro Bank has achieved remarkable results in the first half of 2025, with record-breaking performance including £1 billion in new corporate, commercial, and SME lending – double the amount from the previous year. The bank has successfully tripled its profits and achieved the lowest cost of deposits among UK high […]