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Lloyds sets aside £450m for car finance claims probe

Exclusive: Lloyds Banking Group sets aside £450 million as FCA investigates discretionary commission arrangements in car finance market, potentially triggering compensation claims for millions of British motorists.

Lloyds adds £800m to car finance compensation pot

Lloyds Banking Group faces mounting costs as it allocates another £800 million to cover compensation for historical motor finance commission claims, bringing total provisions to a staggering £2 billion.

Lloyds sets aside £450m for car finance probe

Exclusive: Lloyds sets aside massive sum as FCA investigates discretionary commission arrangements in car finance market. Potential compensation claims could affect millions.

Ben Smith appointed Newcastle Building Society CEO

Newcastle Building Society announces Ben Smith as incoming Chief Executive, bringing extensive financial services experience to lead the mutual's next chapter of growth and member-focused strategy.

Lloyds Bank cuts 1,600 jobs in restructuring

Lloyds Banking Group reveals plans to slash 1,600 jobs while creating 830 new roles in strategic restructuring. The changes affect multiple locations including Bristol and Edinburgh as the bank accelerates its digital transformation.

Bank error leaves man £2.6 million richer

A British man's ordinary day turned extraordinary when he discovered his bank account had been credited with an unexpected £2.6 million payment, sparking a whirlwind of excitement and ethical dilemmas.

Queenstown forces Bendigo Bank cash policy reversal

The remote community of Queenstown, Tasmania, has emerged victorious in a landmark battle against banking giant Bendigo Bank, successfully reversing a controversial cashless policy that threatened to leave elderly and vulnerable residents stranded.

Lloyds Bank makes £450m profit from Ferrari stake sale

Exclusive analysis reveals how Lloyds Banking Group's patient investment strategy paid off spectacularly with their Ferrari stake, while Citigroup faces Hong Kong regulatory scrutiny in separate banking sector developments.

Major UK banks hit by payment system outage

Millions of UK banking customers faced payment chaos as major high street banks including Lloyds, Barclays and Santander experienced significant technical failures, leaving many unable to send or receive money.

Lloyds warns of bigger car finance scandal hit

Lloyds Banking Group reveals mounting financial pressure from the car finance mis-selling scandal, with provisions now expected to significantly exceed initial estimates as regulatory scrutiny intensifies.

Lloyds faces FCA probe over motor finance practices

The Financial Conduct Authority has launched a formal investigation into Lloyds Banking Group's motor finance lending practices, raising concerns about potential customer harm in the lucrative car finance market.

Revolut Founder Becomes UK Tax Resident

The billionaire CEO of British fintech giant Revolut has officially established UK tax residency, cementing London's status as Europe's premier financial technology hub.

FCA probes insider trading in banking shares

The Financial Conduct Authority launches investigation into suspected insider dealing surrounding major banking stocks including Lloyds and Barclays, causing significant market turbulence.

Barclays £900 Switch Bonus: How to Claim

Barclays is offering one of the most generous bank switching bonuses of 2024. Discover how eligible customers can claim £175 upfront plus £725 in regular cashback through their Blue Rewards scheme.

HSBC freezes Melbourne woman's account without explanation

A Melbourne mother's life turned upside down when HSBC suddenly froze her account without explanation, leaving her unable to access her own money for essential expenses in a shocking case of banking bureaucracy gone wrong.

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