Published Date:
06 August 2008
The following business news is expected tomorrow:
• Aegon, the Dutch financial firm that owns Edinburgh-based Scottish Equitable, is due to post its half-year results. The firm said in May that its levels of new business in the UK had increased despite "challenging" market conditions.
• Bookmaker firm Ladbrokes is expected to post a drop in profits, with analysts forecasting pre-tax profits of £138.5 million, compared to £160.6m last year.
• Half-year results are also expected from Barclays and Friends Provident.
• On the economic front, the latest Bank of England interest rates decision will be made.
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Last Updated:
06 August 2008 11:44 AM
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Source:
Edinburgh Evening News
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Location:
Edinburgh
