OpenGraph Image for Tuesday, July 15, 2025: Today's business headlines

Tuesday, July 15, 2025: Today's business headlines

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/tuesday-july-15-2025-todays-business-headlines

Here are the business stories making the headlines across Scotland and the UK this morning.

OpenGraph Image for Market Watch: Trump threatens Russia with 100% trade partner tariffs unless peace agreed in 50 days

Market Watch: Trump threatens Russia with 100% trade partner tariffs unless peace agreed in 50 days

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/trump-threatens-russia-with-100-trade-partner-tariffs-unless-peace-agreed-in-50-days

Donald Trump has threatened Russia with 100% tariffs on trade partners if Putin does not agree to a deal to end the Ukraine war within 50 days.

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£5m masterplan unveiled for Fyvie Castle

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/5m-masterplan-unveiled-for-fyvie-castle

A £5million masterplan has been unveiled to transform Fyvie Castle, one of Aberdeenshire’s most iconic landmarks.

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80,000 Scots 'quit jobs' over requirements to come into office, research suggests

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/80-000-scots-quit-jobs-over-requirements-to-come-into-office-research-suggests

Around 80,000 people in Scotland have quit their jobs in the past year because they were not allowed to work from home, a survey from the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development has said.

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Wild Goose set to wow as Chamber given preview of stunning new bar and restaurant

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/wild-goose-set-to-wow-as-chamber-given-preview-of-stunning-new-bar-and-restaurant

The Chamber team were treated to a sneak peak at the Wild Goose - the stunning, unique new addition to Aberdeen city centre's bar scene.

OpenGraph Image for UK loses quarter of its billionaires after wealth tax threats

UK loses quarter of its billionaires after wealth tax threats

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/uk-loses-quarter-of-its-billionaires-after-wealth-tax-threats

Britain has lost more billionaires than any country in the world over the past two years, with more expected to flee abroad if a wealth tax is introduced.

OpenGraph Image for FTSE 100 breaks 9,000 barrier to hit new record high

FTSE 100 breaks 9,000 barrier to hit new record high

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/ftse-100-breaks-9-000-barrier-to-hit-new-record-high

The FTSE 100 reached 9,000 points this morning as the London blue-chip index avoids the trade market turbulence affecting markets across Europe.

OpenGraph Image for New Ladies’ Charity Golf Day welcomes all skill levels to support Befriend a Child’s 50th anniversary

New Ladies’ Charity Golf Day welcomes all skill levels to support Befriend a Child’s 50th anniversary

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/new-ladies-charity-golf-day-welcomes-all-skill-levels-to-support-befriend-a-childs-50th-anniversary

Aberdeen-based charity, Befriend a Child is inviting women of all golfing abilities to attend its first-ever Ladies’ Charity Golf Day on Friday 5th September 2025 at Kippie Lodge.

OpenGraph Image for SJA Spaces Turriff now open

SJA Spaces Turriff now open

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/sja-spaces-turriff-now-open

SJA Spaces Turriff is pleased to announce its versatile offerings designed to support remote workers, startups, creatives, local professionals, community groups, and businesses of all sizes in the heat of Aberdeenshire.

OpenGraph Image for Scarf Fuel Fund expands access to energy vouchers

Scarf Fuel Fund expands access to energy vouchers

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/scarf-fuel-fund-expands-access-to-energy-vouchers

More households across Scotland are receiving urgent support with their energy costs through the Scarf Fuel Fund, which offers energy vouchers to people at risk of running out of credit on their prepayment meters.

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Energy Networking Drinks: Quensh’s second successful networking event

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/energy-networking-drinks-quenshs-second-successful-networking-event

Last month, Quensh proudly hosted its second Energy Networking Drinks event - another resounding success made possible by the vibrant community of professionals who continue to show up, connect, and contribute.

OpenGraph Image for Energy bosses decry UK policy drift: EIC Survive & Thrive Report reveals 77% demand strategy overhaul

Energy bosses decry UK policy drift: EIC Survive & Thrive Report reveals 77% demand strategy overhaul

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/energy-bosses-decry-uk-policy-drift-eic-survive-thrive-report-reveals-77-demand-strategy-overhaul

78% of UK companies reported growth in 2024, with revenues climbing 16% on average. Yet beneath the surface, frustration is boiling over. Executives describe a sector succeeding despite the government, not because of it. This is according to the UK’s largest energy trade association.