WPP, the highly acquisitive media and advertising giant led by frontman Sir Martin Sorrell, has said that its wholly-owned public relations and public affairs firm is acquiring the majority of the assets of Ascentum, a Canadian company.
Ascentum is full-service consultancy that works with government, business and not-for-profit clients to facilitate and create dialogue with stakeholders via online, in-person and social media-based strategies.
Subscribe to MoneyWeek
Subscribe to MoneyWeek today and get your first six magazine issues absolutely FREE
Sign up to Money Morning
Don't miss the latest investment and personal finances news, market analysis, plus money-saving tips with our free twice-daily newsletter
Don't miss the latest investment and personal finances news, market analysis, plus money-saving tips with our free twice-daily newsletter
-
Should the income protection age cap be lifted?You can only get income protection cover if you are below age 59. With people now working for longer, should the limit be raised?
-
UK interest rate cut all but ruled outRates are expected to remain at 4.25% when the Bank of England announces its decision tomorrow
