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Business news live: Guinness maker appoints new CEO and the job AI threatens most
The job type which is most threatened by AI for 2026
Here’s one nobody wants, but maybe need to know: Research has suggested the job types or roles that are set to be most affected by AI next year.
The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) conducted research which shows one in six employers believing AI will mean a reduction workforce headcount in 2026 (fewer jobs, in other words).
And among those, a massive 62 per cent – nearly two-thirds – believe the jobs most at risk are those in clerical or administration roles.
Managers or senior staff (28per cent) are next in line, with sales or service staff (27 per cent) not far behind.
“Junior roles stand to be most affected by AI, but we need a national drive to retrain and upskill people of all ages and career stages,” said James Cockett, a senior economist at the CIPD.
Karl Matchett10 November 2025 09:00
Diageo shares surge 7% on CEO news
Investors look to have reacted positively to that appointment by Diageo – shares are up 7 per cent this morning.
That makes the firm the highest riser on the FTSE 100.
“The announcement is clearly being seen as a potential inflection point for the group given the new hire’s proven ability in brand building,” pointed out interactive investor’s Richard Hunter.
Karl Matchett10 November 2025 08:50
Co-op to open or refurbish dozens of stores
The Co-op has said it is pushing forward with a number of new stores and major refurbishments as it bounces back from a damaging cyber attack.
The retailer said 50 stores will be opened or re-opened by Christmas as it urged the Government to reform business rates ahead of the autumn Budget.
It said reforms will be “vital” to encourage further high street investment as it continues with its own expansion ambitions.
The latest slew of openings will take the Co-op’s store openings and refurbishments to more than 200 sites for the latest financial year.
Karl Matchett10 November 2025 08:40
FTSE 100 rises as investors return to stock markets
Looking like the end of the US shutdown is boosting stock markets across the board.
The FTSE 100 has opened more than 0.6 per cent up, with the FTSE 250 up a similar amount in (very) early trading.
France and Germany also see the major index in each up by more than 1 per cent.
Investors are returning in their droves this morning it appears – we’ll see how long it lasts.
Karl Matchett10 November 2025 08:25
Diageo’s new CEO: Former Tesco chief to start in January
We start with the news one of the big hitters from the FTSE 100 has finally named a new chief executive.
Diageo, the maker of Guinness, Johnnie Walker whisky and Ciroc vodka, has seen its share price drop almost a third, 32 per cent, year to date and last week issued a profit warning.
Sir Dave Lewis is the new CEO, a former leader of Tesco for six years who also spent decades at Unilever. He has been chair at Haleon, but will step down from that role to start at Diageo on 1 January 2026.
Previous chief executive Debra Crew stepped down in July and the drinks maker has been criticised by some investors for being slow in finding a replacement.
“Lewis brings deep experience in consumer brands from his time leading Tesco and decades at Unilever, though he lacks direct exposure to the spirits industry. Investors may welcome his strong marketing pedigree, but any major strategic reset will take time, leaving near-term focus on navigating tough trading conditions,” said Matt Britzman, a senior equity analyst at Hargreaves Lansdown.
Karl Matchett10 November 2025 08:16
Business and Money – live: 10 November
Morning all – another week starts, another bunch of people fearing that the Budget is going to leave them worse off.
We’ll bring you the latest money matters around what the chancellor might or might not do, how you can continue to look after your own household finances and where the best places are for your savings to be right now.
As ever, we’ll also have the top business news, stock market movements and more.
Karl Matchett10 November 2025 08:01
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Insolvency ruling: CoC cannot alter approved resolution plan or reallocate dissenting creditors’ funds, says NCLAT – The Times of India
The insolvency appellate tribunal NCLAT has ruled that the Committee of Creditors (CoC) cannot modify an approved resolution plan to reallocate funds meant for dissenting financial creditors, reaffirming limits on the exercise of commercial wisdom after a plan has been cleared, PTI reported.Dismissing an appeal filed by Bank of Baroda in the insolvency proceedings of Reliance Communications Infrastructure Ltd (RCIL), a two-member bench of the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal said that once a resolution plan is approved, the assenting members of the CoC cannot alter its financial distribution framework.“It is true that the CoC with commercial wisdom can take a decision regarding different aspects of the plan, including manner of distribution, but once the commercial wisdom has been exercised by approving the resolution plan in meeting, the modification of the said distribution mechanism, which is impermissible, cannot be saved in the name of commercial wisdom of the CoC,” NCLAT said in its order.The appeal arose from the insolvency resolution of RCIL, where the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) had approved the resolution plan submitted by Reliance Projects & Property Management Services Ltd (RPPMSL), a subsidiary of Jio. The plan was approved by 67.97 per cent of the CoC by vote share on August 5, 2021.While Bank of Baroda voted in favour of the plan, lenders including IDBI Bank and State Bank of India dissented. The plan was subsequently placed before the Mumbai bench of the NCLT for approval.Bank of Baroda later approached the NCLT seeking directions to convene a CoC meeting to consider reallocation of proceeds under the approved resolution plan, particularly in relation to a loan to Reliance Bhutan. Acting on this, the NCLT on October 17, 2023 directed the resolution professional to convene a CoC meeting.At the meeting held on October 27, 2023, a resolution proposing reallocation and reassignment of the Reliance Bhutan loan was passed with a 67.55 per cent majority, though IDBI Bank and SBI objected to the move.On December 19, the NCLT approved the resolution plan as originally proposed by RPPMSL. IDBI Bank subsequently challenged the October 27, 2023 CoC decision, arguing that the reallocation of proceeds violated the approved resolution plan.The NCLT held that the CoC could not alter the financial layout relating to the entitlement of financial creditors once the resolution plan had been approved. It also noted that the Reliance Bhutan loan, which was to be assigned to assenting financial creditors under the plan, could not be reassigned to dissenting lenders through a subsequent CoC decision.In its October 10, 2025 order, the NCLT ruled that the approved resolution plan could not be modified in this manner. Bank of Baroda challenged this decision before the NCLAT.Upholding the NCLT’s view, the appellate tribunal said, “The Adjudicating Authority in the impugned order after considering all relevant clauses has rightly come to the conclusion that the decision of the CoC dated 27.10.2023 is contrary to the approved resolution plan and cannot bind the dissenting financial creditors.”“We are in full agreement with the view taken by the adjudicating authority as noted above. The adjudicating authority did not commit any error in allowing the plea filed by the IDBI Bank. We do not find any good ground to interfere with the decision of the adjudicating authority,” NCLAT added, dismissing the appeal.
Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh: Taking a major step towards strengthening a clean and green public transport ecosystem, six electric buses were flagged off from the Leader Road Depot office in Prayagraj to Varanasi, Ayodhya, Kanpur and Lucknow. These new electric buses will offer passengers a safe, comfortable, and reliable travel experience, while also playing an important role in controlling pollution.
According to officials, the new electric buses will help reduce air and noise pollution. They will lower the dependence on diesel fuel and also help cut fuel expenses. From an environmental perspective, this move takes forward the state government’s clean energy policy.
The introduction of electric buses on the Prayagraj-Varanasi, Ayodhya, Kanpur, and Lucknow routes will provide passengers with a more affordable, comfortable, and safe travel option. Thousands of passengers travel daily on these routes.
The roadways department believes that operating electric buses will make public transport modern and more sustainable in the long run.
Developing a modern and green transport system between religious and cultural cities like Prayagraj, Varanasi, and Ayodhya has been a priority for the government.
The new electric buses will promote eco-friendly travel while connecting these important cities. This initiative is also expected to give a boost to tourism.
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Apollo Techno Industries IPO Last Day: Issue Receives 50.63x Subscription; GMP Rises To 9.23%
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Unlisted shares of Apollo Techno Industries are trading at Rs 136 apiece in the grey market, which is 4.6% premium over the issue price of Rs 130, indicating weak listing.
Apollo Techno Industries IPO.
Apollo Techno Industries IPO GMP: The initial public offering (IPO) of Apollo Techno Industries Ltd (ATIL) has been closed today, Friday, December 26. The price band of the Rs 47.96-crore IPO has been fixed in the range of Rs 123 and Rs 130. On the final day of bidding on Friday, the IPO received a total of 50.63x times subscription, garnering bids for 12,42,53,000 shares as against 24,54,000 shares on offer.
Its retail category got a 44.81x subscription, while its non-institutional investor (NII) quota got a 98x subscription. Its qualified institutional buyer (QIB) category has received a 25.26x subscription.
ATIL is a manufacturer specialising in trenchless technology and foundation equipment for the construction industry
Apollo Techno Industries IPO GMP Today
According to market observers, unlisted shares of Apollo Techno Industries Ltd are currently trading at Rs 142 apiece in the grey market, which is a 9.23 per cent premium over the issue price of Rs 130. It indicates a weak listing. Its listing will take place on December 31, Wednesday.
The GMP had stood at 4.62 per cent in the morning.
The GMP is based on market sentiments and keeps changing. ‘Grey market premium’ indicates investors’ readiness to pay more than the issue price.
Apollo Techno Industries IPO: More Details
The Apollo Techno Industries Limited IPO is a book-built issue worth ₹47.96 crore, comprising only a fresh issue of 0.37 crore equity shares. There is no offer-for-sale component in the issue.
The IPO opened for subscription on December 23, 2025, and will close on December 26, 2025. The basis of allotment is expected to be finalised on December 29, 2025, while the shares are scheduled to list on the BSE SME platform on December 31, 2025, subject to approvals.
The price band for the issue has been fixed at Rs 123 to Rs 130 per share. The lot size is 1,000 shares. Retail investors are required to apply for a minimum of 2 lots (2,000 shares), translating into an investment of Rs 2.60 lakh at the upper end of the price band. For HNIs, the minimum application size is 3 lots (3,000 shares), amounting to Rs 3.90 lakh.
Beeline Capital Advisors Pvt Ltd is the book running lead manager to the issue, while MUFG Intime India Pvt Ltd is acting as the registrar. The market-making duties will be handled by Spread X Securities Pvt Ltd.
Apollo Techno Industries reported strong financial growth in FY25. The company’s revenue rose 44 percent, while profit after tax (PAT) surged 327 percent for the year ended March 31, 2025, compared with the previous financial year.
Incorporated in 2016, Apollo Techno Industries operates in the manufacturing and technology space, with a focus on equipment used in the construction and infrastructure sector.
The company specialises in trenchless technology and foundation equipment, catering to complex construction requirements. Its product portfolio includes Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) rigs, Diaphragm Drilling Rigs, Rotary Drilling Rigs, along with associated spare parts.
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December 26, 2025, 10:51 IST
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