Lombard – Mike Ashley’s last-minute move for Debenhams (DEB). Only hours remain until a vote on bond refinancing hands creditors greater control
Barclays (BARC) investment bank boss ousted in shake-up. Tim Throsby to leave after barely two years as activist Bramson keeps up pressure
weighs £61m offer for Debenhams (DEB). Mike Ashley’s group reiterates condition that he is installed as chief executive
M&C Saatchi (SAA) lifts profits in face of digital disruption. Chief says ‘nimbleness’ and ‘overwhelmingly organic’ strategy gives it edge over rivals
