OpenGraph Image for Thursday, July 30, 2026: Today's business headlines

Thursday, July 30, 2026: Today's business headlines

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/thursday-july-30-2026-todays-business-headlines

Lloyds Banking Group has this morning posted its 2026 half-year results, revealing statutory profit before tax rose 23% year-on-year to £4.3billion.

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Market Watch: Shell's Q2 profits more than double to £7.37bn

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/market-watch-shells-q2-profits-more-than-double-to-7-37bn

Shell has this morning posted its Q2 results, revealing profits and more than doubled with the Middle East conflict forcing up oil prices.

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Bringing book lovers together at neospace's monthly Book Club

https://www.agcc.co.uk/blog-article/bringing-book-lovers-together-at-neospaces-monthly-book-club

There was plenty of conversation, coffee, and cake at neospace's latest Book Club, as members and guests came together for another enjoyable afternoon celebrating a shared love of reading.

OpenGraph Image for NESCol seeks finance professional to join Regional Board

NESCol seeks finance professional to join Regional Board

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/nescol-seeks-finance-professional-to-join-regional-board

North East Scotland College (NESCol) is looking to appoint a new Regional Board Member with a background in finance to help shape the future of education and workforce development across the region. 

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Aberdeen business leader’s mental health campaign receives international Rotary support

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/aberdeen-business-leaders-mental-health-campaign-receives-international-rotary-support

An Aberdeen business leader has received international support for his mental health fundraising campaign after a donation from Romania helped take fundraising beyond another significant milestone.

OpenGraph Image for EIYPN announces Revolution Aberdeen as Official Networking Partner of the Year

EIYPN announces Revolution Aberdeen as Official Networking Partner of the Year

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/eiypn-announces-revolution-aberdeen-as-official-networking-partner-of-the-year

The Energy Institute Young Professionals Network (EIYPN) is proud to announce Revolution Aberdeen as its Official Networking Partner of the Year, marking an exciting partnership built on a shared commitment to developing and connecting the next generation of energy professionals.

OpenGraph Image for Hilton Aberdeen TECA highlights current job opportunities

Hilton Aberdeen TECA highlights current job opportunities

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/hilton-aberdeen-teca-highlights-current-job-opportunities

Hilton Aberdeen TECA is currently recruiting for several exciting positions across its team, offering opportunities for candidates at different stages of their hospitality careers.

OpenGraph Image for SBP Accountants & Business Advisers bolster expertise with senior appointment

SBP Accountants & Business Advisers bolster expertise with senior appointment

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/sbp-accountants-business-advisers-bolster-expertise-with-senior-appointment

SBP Accountants & Business Advisers (SBP), a leading north-east accountancy firm has reinforced its senior management with the appointment of Rhys Jones.

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DJ Alexander celebrate team achievements

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/dj-alexander-celebrate-team-achievements

Colleagues from DJ Alexander’s Aberdeen and Inverurie offices recently came together for the company’s latest quarterly awards, celebrating the achievements and contributions of teams and individuals across the North-east.

OpenGraph Image for Three new non-executive directors join the board at Agilico

Three new non-executive directors join the board at Agilico

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/three-new-non-executive-directors-join-the-board-at-agilico

Workplace technology provider Agilico is delighted to announce the appointment of three Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) to its board.

OpenGraph Image for ORKA Solutions publishes new guide following UK plug-in solar rule changes

ORKA Solutions publishes new guide following UK plug-in solar rule changes

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/orka-solutions-publishes-new-guide-following-uk-plug-in-solar-rule-changes

Aberdeen-based renewable energy specialist ORKA Solutions has published a new guide explaining how newly introduced plug-in solar panels compare with traditional rooftop solar and battery storage systems following changes to UK legislation taking effect from 27 August.

OpenGraph Image for University of Aberdeen researchers warn UK opioid crisis is 'largely underestimated' and call for urgent overhaul of pain care

University of Aberdeen researchers warn UK opioid crisis is 'largely underestimated' and call for urgent overhaul of pain care

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/university-of-aberdeen-researchers-warn-uk-opioid-crisis-is-largely-underestimated-and-call-for-urgent-overhaul-of-pain-care

A new position paper from researchers at the University of Aberdeen warns that opioid use disorder in the UK is a “large and probably underestimated” problem, and that without urgent action, opioid addiction and opioid-related deaths will continue to rise.