Banking
The Ghost of Credit Suisse: Why Swiss Prosecutors Are Haunting UBS and What It Means for Global Finance
Swiss prosecutors charge former Credit Suisse execs and UBS, turning a financial bailout into a high-stakes legal battle. What does this mean for banking?
UK Fortifies Financial Safety Net: Bank Deposit Protection Set to Rise to £120,000
A major boost to UK financial security is coming, with bank deposit protection set to rise significantly, enhancing confidence for savers and businesses.
Beyond Banking: Why Lloyds is Quietly Building a £2 Billion Rental Empire
Lloyds Bank is quietly becoming a major UK landlord, building a £2bn rental portfolio. Discover the strategy and its impact on finance and the economy.
Wall Street’s Warning Bell: Is the US Financial System’s Plumbing About to Clog Again?
Wall Street banks are warning the Fed that the US money market is at risk of a liquidity squeeze, which could spark a new bout of financial instability.
The New Financial Battleground: Why JPMorgan’s ‘Debanking’ Inquiry Matters to Everyone
JPMorgan faces a US inquiry over ‘debanking’ claims. This isn’t just a corporate issue; it’s a battle for the soul of finance and the economy.
Wall Street’s Paradox: Record Bank Profits Meet Stark Bubble Warnings
Top bank CEOs from Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan warn of market “froth” and bubble territory, despite reporting record-breaking quarterly profits.
The $170 Million Fintech Failure: What JPMorgan’s Loss Reveals About AI, Risk, and the Future of Banking
JPMorgan’s $170M loss from fintech Tricolor’s collapse is a cautionary tale. What does it mean for AI in lending, banking, and the future of finance?
The Billion-Dollar Bottleneck: Why Revolut’s UK Banking License is Still on Ice
Europe’s most valuable fintech faces a multi-year delay for its UK banking licence, held up by regulatory concerns over its global risk controls.
The British Economic Paradox: Why a Stagnant Economy Feels Surprisingly Stable
If you were to judge the UK solely by its economic headlines, you might be forgiven for preparing for the worst. Phrases like “stagnant growth,” “productivity puzzle,” and “cost-of-living crisis” have dominated the discourse, painting a picture of a nation teetering on the edge of recession. The macroeconomic data, on the surface, supports a narrative […]
Hargreaves Lansdown Enters a New Chapter: A Founder’s Legacy and the Future of Fintech
In the world of UK finance, few names carry the weight of Peter Hargreaves. The man who, from a spare bedroom in Bristol in 1981, co-founded an institution that would fundamentally reshape how Britons interact with the stock market. The recent announcement that he is stepping down from the board of Hargreaves Lansdown (HL) marks […]
UBS’s Private Credit Headache, Wall Street’s Crypto Gamble, and a Saudi Reality Check
In the intricate and ever-shifting world of global finance, seemingly disconnected events often tell a single, powerful story. This week, three distinct narratives have emerged, each serving as a crucial barometer for the health and direction of the international economy. From a Swiss banking giant grappling with a souring private credit deal to the owner […]
The Great Market Melt-Up: Are We Riding a Wave of Innovation or Heading for a Fall?
There’s a palpable electricity in the air of the global finance world. The stock market is climbing, major indices are charting new territories, and the narrative is overwhelmingly positive. At the heart of this optimism is the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence, a technological revolution promising unprecedented productivity gains and economic expansion. Pundits and investors […]