OpenGraph Image for Thursday, February 19, 2026: Today's business headlines

Thursday, February 19, 2026: Today's business headlines

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/thursday-february-19-2026-todays-business-headlines

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

OpenGraph Image for Trump turns on Starmer's Chagos Islands deal...again

Trump turns on Starmer's Chagos Islands deal...again

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/trump-turns-on-starmers-chagos-islands-deal-again

Donald Trump has pulled the plug on American support for Sir Keir Starmer's deal to hand the Chagos Islands over to Mauritius.

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Scottish government to hold urgent talks with struggling butcher Donald Russell

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/scottish-government-to-hold-urgent-talks-with-struggling-butcher-donald-russell

The Scottish government is making "urgent arrangements" to meet with bosses at Inverurie butcher Donald Russell in a bid to save 120 jobs on the line at the struggling firm.

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Market Watch: eBay snaps up second-hand clothing app Depop for $1.2bn

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/market-watch-ebay-snaps-up-second-hand-clothing-app-depop-for-1-2bn

Popular second-hand clothing app Depop has been sold to eBay for $1.2billion (£890milion), the companies have announced.

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Just Transition Commission report warns of 'disorderly decline' of Aberdeen energy sector

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/just-transition-commission-report-warns-of-disorderly-decline-of-aberdeen-energy-sector

The Just Transition Commission has published a report warning Aberdeen's energy sector could descend into a "disorderly decline" if the government does not ramp up plans to retain the North Sea workforce.

Body Language Expert Business Breakfast

Body Language Expert

https://www.agcc.co.uk/events/media-gallery-1/business-breakfasts/body-language

Over 220 delegates packed out P&J Live for a Business Breakfast with body language expert Mark Bowden.

OpenGraph Image for Developing the Young Workforce North East welcomes new board members

Developing the Young Workforce North East welcomes new board members

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/developing-the-young-workforce-north-east-welcomes-new-board-members

Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) North East has welcomed several new members to its board, strengthening its representation and expertise across key sectors.

OpenGraph Image for Bucksburn Pool refurbishment nears completion

Bucksburn Pool refurbishment nears completion

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/bucksburn-pool-refurbishment-nears-completion

Significant progress has been made in the refurbishment and recommissioning of Bucksburn Swimming Pool, with construction works now well underway and it is on track for completion in Spring 2026.

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City and shire’s top apprentices recognised at national awards

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/city-and-shires-top-apprentices-recognised-at-national-awards

Talented young people from Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire have gained national recognition for their outstanding contribution whilst on an apprenticeship.  

OpenGraph Image for AAB acquires fractional finance support business to strengthen support for start-ups and scale-ups

AAB acquires fractional finance support business to strengthen support for start-ups and scale-ups

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/aab-acquires-fractional-finance-support-business-to-strengthen-support-for-start-ups-and-scale-ups

Leading professional services firm, AAB, has announced the acquisition of RORA, a specialist finance support business focused on start-ups and scale-ups.

OpenGraph Image for Torque machine specialist sees Fife turnover pass £1million

Torque machine specialist sees Fife turnover pass £1million

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/torque-machine-specialist-sees-fife-turnover-pass-1million

Leading global torque machine specialist EnerQuip has announced record turnover at its precision machining division in Fife.

OpenGraph Image for Coterie at The Ferryhill announces new Head Chef

Coterie at The Ferryhill announces new Head Chef

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/coterie-at-the-ferryhill-announces-new-head-chef

Coterie, located within The Ferryhill House Hotel has strengthened its kitchen with the appointment of a new Head Chef, Ross Boyd.