British Gas owner’s profits tumble 39% ; gen Z turning to trades for AI-proof work – business live - short news
Centrica has paused its share buyback after profits plunged, while new data shows Gen Z looking for AI-proof jobs in traditional trades
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Tough news for British Gas owner Centrica this morning, which announced it is putting share buyback plans ice after suffering a 39% drop for full-year 2025.
2025 has been a year of real momentum and we have made bold investments as..
source: The Guardian - 19.02.2026