British retailer owned by employee trust; operates John Lewis & Partners, Waitrose, and related services.
Dolly Parton’s passing has sparked reflections on aging, purpose, and career longevity. The interviews reveal a life shaped by bold business moves, from safeguarding publishing rights to turning away Elvis’s demand for half the rights. The aviation and hospitality sectors now spotlight midlife workers as a strategic asset, while airlines like easyJet are actively recruiting over-50s to diversify crews.
Funding Circle has announced that chief executive Lisa Jacobs will leave the group no later than September 2027 and the board has begun the search for a successor. Jacobs has led the group since 2022 after joining in 2012, as profits for the six months to June climbed, prompting an upgraded outlook. Shares fell in early trading despite the upbeat results.
Retail activity has held up in August and early autumn, with online and department-store sales contributing to a broader pickup in spending. Analysts note energy costs, inflation, and consumer sentiment as ongoing challenges for the economy, while a new government stance signals support measures may shift in the coming months.