Sage growth in line with expectations: European growth strong
Sage Plc, announced a nine percent rise on Thursday, as strong growth in Europe and areas such as South Africa and Australia helped offset US problems.
Best Buy to acquire The Carphone Warehouse in £1 billion deal
The Carphone Warehouse Group Plc has agreed to sell 50 percent of its retail interest to US company Best Buy Inc. for £1.1 billion.
BBC and ITV launch Freesat in the UK
Freesat, a joint venture between the BBC and ITV, launched yesterday, offers a free satellite television and radio service to almost all of the UK.
BSkyB revenues up ten percent
British Sky Broadcasting today announced ten percent gains in revenue to £3.7 billion during the period to March 31, 2008.
Rockstar Games set for big payday
Gaming software manufacturer Rockstar Games, creator of the hugely controversial Grand Theft Auto series, is expected to earn over $1 billion in profits for the latest instalment.
Samsung delivers blockbuster increase as chairman exits
Samsung Electronics’ first quarter profits surge to biggest increase in two years as Lee Kun-hee steps down.