12/29/2023
Which banks were the winners and losers of 2023?
Despite the overhaul, Metro Bank has reiterated its commitment to in-person banking.
Comment, Analysis & Research
12/28/2023
Global Banks Record Major Job Wipeout
This compares to more than 140,000 jobs lost by the same lenders during the 2007-2008 global financial crisis.
12/28/2023
UK professional services industry lags on workplace wellness perks
In this environment, employers have had to reshape their offerings to prospective staff, to attract new talent – particularly around wellness and flexibility.
12/28/2023
The top news stories of 2023 on Professional Pensions
PP takes a look back at the most read news stories of the year
12/28/2023
The 10 areas bucking the house price slump
The housing market may have slowed this year but some areas have still recorded house price growth
12/27/2023
Jim Ratcliffe seals deal to buy $1.3bn stake in Manchester United
British tycoon will also invest $300mn in the 20-times English football champions
12/27/2023
Best wishes for your health and happiness in 2024 and beyond
The Sustainability Revolution is well underway and is reshaping risk and return dynamics across sectors. Clean energy has now fully eclipsed fossil fuels.
12/27/2023
Creditspring research reveals BNPL used to afford Christmas
Also concerning are the persistent misconceptions around BNPL as a form of borrowing.
12/22/2023
Markets can still thrive with higher interest rates
Charlie Parker, managing director of Albemarle Street Partners argues
12/21/2023
Fraud prevention and security – your questions answered
Our security team and external UK Finance expert Paul Maskall answer your questions on the best security processes and how we keep our clients safe from potential fraud.
12/21/2023
Inflation drops giving BoE less daunting task of reaching 2% target next year
Despite today’s drop, the broader economic picture remains complex, marred by stagnation and subdued growth prospects.
12/21/2023
Seasonal tips for getting self-assessment right and completing that tax return by 31 January
If you do not have a tax adviser to prepare your return for you, Toby Tallon, tax partner at Evelyn Partners has the following seasonal UK tax return tips.
12/20/2023
No one must be excluded if our sustainability transition is to succeed
We all know the world will eventually have to move away from fossil fuels, the main cause of the climate crisis.
12/20/2023
'We want to bring wealth conversations to the kitchen table'
A lot of people think the wealth creator is the client but wealth isn’t created in isolation, there is an ecosystem which has enabled it.
12/20/2023
Schroders Global Investor Study 2023: UK savers forced to reconsider their investment strategies amid inflation and geopolitical uncertainty
The Study also provided further insights into the various options being explored by UK investors in order to achieve their expected returns.
12/20/2023
Oil slips from OPEC+’s grasp – where will prices head from here?
Oil slips from OPEC+’s grasp – where will prices head from here?
12/20/2023
‘Major surprise’ as inflation falls more than expected to 3.9%
Consumer prices index rose by 3.9% in the 12 months to the end of November, down from 4.6% in October.
12/19/2023
Schroders UK Financial Adviser Survey 2023
Advisers feel the impact of Consumer Duty as clients grow bearish and brace for further disruption in 2024
12/19/2023
Lombard Odier partners with Women in Finance research programme
The distinguishing feature of this five-year programme is its human resource-focused approach.
12/19/2023
Online luxury retailer Farfetch is getting a last-second, $500 million tug out the mud
Left behind in the rescue deal from South Korea's Coupang is Farfetch's hope of buying its top rival