London business activity hits 13-month high
London's private sector surges with strongest growth in over a year, outpacing national average as business confidence soars across the capital.
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Fourth US Bank Collapses as First Republic Fails
First Republic Bank becomes latest casualty in American banking turmoil, with JPMorgan acquiring assets in dramatic federal intervention following SVB, Signature and Silvergate failures.
Monzo hires Google veteran for African expansion drive
Former Google and Standard Chartered executive Hussain Elius appointed as Monzo's Head of International Markets to drive African expansion strategy
Lloyds Faces Major Fine Over Spanish Property Scandal
Exclusive: Lloyds Banking Group could face substantial penalties after UK regulators uncovered serious misconduct in its Spanish property investment scheme affecting thousands of customers.
HSBC sued over Bernie Madoff profits in major lawsuit
HSBC confronts explosive legal action alleging the banking giant knowingly profited from Bernie Madoff's notorious Ponzi scheme while ignoring clear warning signs in the largest fraud in Wall Street history.
SpudBros accused of bullying small business in trademark row
A family-run potato business faces David vs Goliath battle after SpudBros allegedly threatened legal action over similar branding in what's being called corporate bullying of small UK enterprises.
Nationwide announces major branch network changes
Nationwide Building Society announces significant restructuring across its UK branch network, affecting opening hours and services at multiple locations.
Lloyds Bank explains customer access problems
Lloyds Banking Group explains ongoing technical issues affecting mobile and online services, with customers reporting login problems and payment failures.
NatWest Announces Major Banking Overhaul
NatWest Group reveals strategic transformation plan affecting Ulster Bank operations, customer services, and regional banking infrastructure across the UK and Ireland.
Lloyds and Schroders forge wealth management alliance
Lloyds Banking Group announces strategic partnership with Schroders plc to create a new wealth management venture, combining Lloyds' extensive customer base with Schroders' investment expertise.
Real-Life Succession: Tech Heiress's Power Battle
The gripping story of Gina, a modern tech dynasty heiress, battling corporate intrigue and family betrayal in a high-stakes power struggle that mirrors the hit TV drama.
ANZ Banking App Crashes in Nationwide Outage
Thousands of ANZ customers across Australia were left stranded as both the mobile app and internet banking services crashed simultaneously, sparking fury and financial anxiety.
Lloyds Banking Group Hit by Major Service Outage
Thousands of UK banking customers were left stranded as Lloyds Banking Group services crashed, leaving accounts inaccessible and payments failing across multiple major banks.
Private Credit: The Shadow Lenders Reshaping UK Business
As traditional banks retreat, private credit is stepping in to fund British businesses. Discover how this $2.1tn shadow banking sector is transforming corporate lending while raising regulatory concerns.
NatWest student account chaos leaves thousands stranded
Exclusive investigation reveals how NatWest's system failures have trapped students in banking chaos, with frozen accounts and mounting financial stress across UK campuses.
Westpac tightens savings rules for younger customers
Major Australian bank Westpac introduces stricter conditions for younger customers seeking competitive savings rates, requiring regular deposits and balance growth to qualify.
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.
Lloyds Faces FCA Probe Over Car Finance Commissions
Exclusive: The Financial Conduct Authority launches investigation into Lloyds Banking Group's motor finance commission arrangements, potentially affecting millions of customers.
Lloyds faces FCA car finance commission investigation
Lloyds Banking Group is under investigation by the Financial Conduct Authority regarding historical motor finance commission arrangements, potentially impacting millions of customers.
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.
Halifax, Lloyds & Santander cut 1,100+ banking jobs
Major UK banks Halifax, Lloyds and Santander announce significant job cuts affecting more than 1,100 positions while creating nearly 500 new roles in evolving banking sectors.
JP Morgan mandates biometric data for UK staff access
Banking giant JP Morgan requires all UK headquarters staff to share fingerprint and facial recognition data for building access, sparking privacy debates and union concerns.
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.
UK Government Reveals Major Banking Compensation Shake-Up
The Treasury has announced sweeping reforms to the Financial Services Compensation Scheme that could safeguard millions of British savers and transform banking security.
Steven Bartlett: Some businesses should go under
Social Chain entrepreneur Steven Bartlett delivers hard truths about business survival in current economic climate, revealing why some companies are doomed to fail.
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.
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