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StanChart PB launches European private credit strategy

The lender is looking to Europe to offer its clients 'a significant yield premium over US private credit'.

Full list of Nottinghamshire banks set to close their doors for good in 2025

Across the country many banks are permanently closing their doors - leaving empty high street units and some disgruntled customers in their wake.

NatWest selects first five startups for Fintech Growth programme

The small cohort boasts opportunities to connect, learn and build networks with other fellow fintechs, coaches and NatWest’s dedicated Innovation function over a ten-week series of workshops.

Commerzbank achieves record profit – Strong momentum for accelerated growth and transformation – Return on equity of 15% targeted by 2028

The bank thus increased its result from the previous year by around 20% and at the same time achieved the highest profit in its history.

Santander unveils new broker pledges

Brokers will always have access to Santander’s best pricing for purchase, remortgage and product transfer clients.

ING looking for acquisitions to grow in Germany, Italy and Spain, says CEO

The remarks from the head of one of Europe's biggest banks are a clear signal that it is open to striking significant deals in Germany, Italy and Spain.

Aldermore Bank taps Temenos to upgrade savings operations

Its services include mortgages, business financing, and personal and business savings accounts, with the company managing £20.5 billion in assets.

United Fintech buys Norway’s Commercial Banking Applications

The Oslo-headquartered fintech operates predominantly across Europe and Asia, with Dutch banking giant ABN Amro being one of its major clients.

The Dutch Bank Powering Swiss Corporate Deals

At ING in Zurich, this is how they celebrate every acquisition or sometimes even welcome visitors.

Barclays working to update account balances after tech outage

The bank said delayed payments had been processed but that it was still "addressing any outstanding issues", following days of disruption.

Dutch lender Volksbank fined for inadequate risk management

The bank last year said it would simplify its organisation, bringing all businesses under the ASN brand name, while eliminating around 750 jobs and closing almost half of its 600 local offices.

January results of the Bank Lending Survey (BLS) in Germany

Credit standards in all loan categories tightened

HSBC's global brand in the balance as it doubles down on Asia bet

It is more important than ever that we accelerate and sustain the forward momentum with a clear focus on the material and mutually beneficial agenda

Lloyds Banking Group to shut further 136 branches

Adding to previously announced closures, the group incorporating Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland will be left with 756 sites, against 932 currently.

NatWest to close 53 branches in 2025 - see the full list of locations

Now it plans on closing a further 53 NatWest branches in 2025.

FCA, PSR: Next steps for open banking – industry reaction

The FCA and PSR have revealed plans to accelerate adoption of variable recurring payments.

Santander's Openbank stengthens presence in Germany with local ibans and loans offering

In addition to offering German IBANs, customers can now apply for personal loans of up to 24,000 euros with terms of up to 60 months.

Openbank strengthens its business in Germany with local IBAN and credit offer

Openbank will gradually further expand its product and service offerings in Germany over the year.

Santander reviews UK retail banking presence amid broader assessment, source says

Santander's review is part of a regular assessment of its major businesses, the person said speaking on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly.

Commerzbank explores thousands of job cuts as it seeks to fend off UniCredit, FT reports

Commerzbank did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment outside regular business hours.

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