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Over one third of UK consumers would switch banks for better financial support - Tink

This will enable people to better manage their finances during difficult economic times

The digital pound − speech by Jon Cunliffe

A digital pound would be a very substantial financial infrastructure project that would take several years to complete.

House prices remain stable thanks to more predictable economic outlook

Predictability helps to drive demand up in the housing market but that is weighed against severe personal financial strain.

Are wealth managers making their clients feel special?

In the past five years, the importance of customer experience in wealth and investment management has changed dramatically.

Assessing the UK’s economic prospects

Among G7 economies, the UK’s is the only one still smaller than before the pandemic.

Dynamic Planner boss says era of product sales over

The boss of Dynamic Planner, which he founded in 2003, said technology has been transformational for the platform sector.

The Usual Suspects

“The greatest trick the Devil ever pulled was convincing the world he didn’t exist.” - “Verbal” Kint (Kevin Spacey), The Usual Suspects.

How we can help consumers cope during the cost of living squeeze

Families that would once have described themselves as comfortable are bracing themselves as they face higher mortgage or rental costs.

"30-baggers": why the UK has more than its fair share

There are many “old” economy names among the select group of UK companies which have appreciated in value by 30 times or more.

Deloitte adds 27pilots to start-up and corporate venturing capabilities

With 27pilots part of its portfolio, Deloitte will be able to better serve its base of start-ups and scale-ups with a full range of services, from incubation and growth through to technology, infrastructure and venture capital solutions.

Central banks hike rates again - but for how much longer?

Following interest rate hikes in the US, Europe and the UK, we examine the different economic outlooks the respective central banks are facing.

Swift transition to a weaker dollar

These included far better news, faster than expected, on Chinese growth, receding risks from the natural gas shock on a six to nine-month view and a slowdown in the pace of Fed tightening.

EY’s Advice to Asset Managers Under ‘Acute Financial Pressure’

Everything should be on the table — but it always was, said Mike Lee, the global leader of wealth & asset management at EY.

London’s litigation financiers primed to profit on global downturn, Therium chief says

Litigation funders bankroll lawsuits, on a ‘no-win, no fee’ basis, with a view to taking a cut of any winnings.

Asset and wealth management sector is struggling with digital transformation

This finding is in stark contrast to other industries, where digital transformation and a focus on digital experience as a differentiator has become paramount to customer happiness and business survival.

The FCA and Practitioner Panel joint survey for 2023 launches

The results are presented to the Practitioner Panel and our Board and will be published in summer 2023.

Geopolitical tensions creating challenges for Swiss firms – though high proportion moving into new business areas despite crises

Credit Suisse publishes 2023 SME study on how geopolitical tensions are creating challenges for Swiss firms

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