EU economic security plan eyes China with more defense than offense
The European Union this week published a raft of proposals aimed at bolstering the bloc’s economic security, including how to...
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Lloyds Bank to axe 1,600 jobs across branches
Thanks for joining me. France’s government is reportedly demanding a multibillion-pound handout from Britain to cover the budget of nuclear...
Average long-term US mortgage rate rises to 6.69%, highest level in six weeks
The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate climbed to a six-week high this week, pushing up borrowing costs for homebuyers already...
Unlocking inorganic growth in the U.S. community banking landscape
In the ever-evolving landscape of community banking and credit unions in the United States, the theme of inorganic growth has...
Financial markets are jonesing for interest rate cuts. Not so fast, says the European Central Bank
FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde pushed back Thursday against market expectations for quick interest rate...
These 1pc deposit mortgages are a desperate bribe
Greater demand without any significant measures to address squeezed supply will make the dream of home ownership for many people...
Nearly 50,000 companies face collapse as ‘debt storm’ hits
Inga West, a restructuring lawyer at Ashurst, said it was unsurprising businesses were feeling the stress.She said: “For smaller businesses,...
Half of UK business sectors enjoy demand boost
Lloyds Bank: Seven of 14 UK sectors saw new orders grow in DecemberReal estate witnessed the fastest increase in demand,...
Lagarde rated ‘poor’ by own staff at European Central Bank
Ms Lagarde performed notably worse than her predecessors in the role, with Mario Draghi, the former Italian prime minister, rated “poor” or...
EU Agrees on Stricter Anti-Money Laundering Rules
Francesco Fulcoli - Chief Compliance Officer The Council of the European Union and the European Parliament have reached a provisional...
