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Chartered Accountants are Scotland’s most trusted professionals, according to new research conducted by Edelman DXI for Chartered Accountants Worldwide (CAW). The biennial Trust Survey found that 87% of senior business and finance decision-makers in Scotland trust Chartered Accountants “

High-profile artworks by Picasso and Jean-Michel Basquiat, once owned by actor Leonardo DiCaprio, are being auctioned to compensate victims of the 1MDB financial scandal. The sale is poised to raise millions for the citizens of Malaysia, who were defrauded of $4.5 billion (c. £3.35bn) in the s

Just six small changes to the management of Scottish SMEs could help ease pressure on their finances, staff and management, according to Azets. Nicola Campbell, head of accounts and business advisory services in the Glasgow office of Azets, is encouraging Scotland’s SMEs to review and mine the

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) is working with AAT (The Association of Accounting Technicians) to promote an entry-level finance course for its members. The Business Finance Basics course is a three-hour session consisting of six modules including video tutorials and interactive

Private equity manager Foresight Group has invested in Scottish chartered surveyors and property consultants firm, Graham + Sibbald, and facilitated the acquisition of Aitchison Raffety, creating a combined business poised for accelerated growth across the UK. The deal creates an enlarged group with

The global board and global advisory committee of Dentons have elected Susan Kelly as non-executive chair of the global board. Ms Kelly is a banking partner in the global law firm’s Edinburgh and London offices, serving as a member of both the Dentons UK, Ireland and Middle East LLP’s bo

TLT has expanded its office at Cadworks in Glasgow, marking another milestone in a year of growth. Designed from scratch to support TLT's flexible approach to working, TLT World, the enhanced office offers 60 additional desks, more meeting rooms and new areas that "foster innovation, connection and

Glasgow and Central Scotland based estate agent and solicitors, Pacitti Jones, is expanding its legal practice in Glasgow through the acquisition of Rutherglen-based Carr Berman Crichton (CBC).  Pacitti Jones chief executive John O’Malley said: “We already have a strong presence and

Regional private equity and infrastructure investment manager, Foresight Group, has announced a £3 million investment into MyWay Digital Health Ltd (MWDH), a digital healthcare solutions provider dedicated to reducing the burden of chronic disease, with a particular emphasis on diabetes. Spun

The property market across Edinburgh, the Lothians, Fife and the Borders demonstrated robust health over the summer, with average selling prices rising by 4.5% year-on-year. Between June and August 2025, the average property price reached £295,572, fuelled by strong buyer demand and a signific

Watts Commercial Finance and Cox & Co have announced launch of Cox & Co Commercial, a new joint venture between two well-established firms, combining national and local expertise to deliver full-service commercial finance coverage across Scotland. This move formalises their long-standing par

Following the Treasury's announcement that the Autumn Budget will be held on 26 November, the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) has called on the Chancellor to implement a multi-year freeze on spirits duty. Mark Kent, the SWA's chief executive, argued that the Chancellor's previous decision to increas

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed her second Budget will be delivered on Wednesday, 26 November, setting the stage for a critical fiscal statement amid a turbulent economic backdrop. After a challenging first year in power, the UK government is under pressure to stabilise the economy following

A "carefully measured" easing of mortgage lending rules could help more first-time buyers onto the property ladder without causing a significant rise in payment arrears, according to industry body UK Finance. The call comes as the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) undertakes a review of the mortgage

McTaggart Construction is proud to announce that Managing Director Janice Russell has been named Managing Director of the Year at the 6th Scottish Women's Awards 2025, held at the Doubletree by Hilton in Glasgow on Saturday 30th August. The Scottish Women's Awards celebrate the achievements and cont