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European Central Bank: Quarterly hikes still baseline – Nordea

They note higher energy costs and Middle East risks but still view a gradual, quarterly hiking path as consistent with current data and ECB communication

Barclays and NatWest customers facing immediate extra costs after changes made Experts have said it's not a good picture

All of the UK’s 'big six' mortgage lenders have now hiked rates following days of volatility in the swap markets, with brokers warning the increases may not be over.

BNP Paribas expands Wero uptake with merchants and retail customers

BNP Paribas announces a major milestone in the rollout of Wero in France.

Lloyds Banking Group recognised as top 10 employer for graduates and apprenticeships

As part of its new strategic phase, Lloyds Banking Group has announced a £100 million investment to build future skills.

Germany sets conditions for UniCredit takeover of Commerzbank

The conditions include Commerzbank should stay listed on stock market and keep providing finance to German mid-sized businesses.

Shawbrook Financial Sponsors lending exceeds £250m in record first half

Shawbrook achieved the record lending figure despite subdued transaction volumes and strong competition for deals across the UK lower mid-market.

Banca Generali, possible new postponement of the industrial plan

CEO Gian Maria Mossa also flagged strong interest from top-tier bankers and said he is confident about the months ahead.

Analysis-Germany warming to UniCredit on Commerzbank seen bolstering way for European bank deals

Germany's resistance to a takeover weakened after the Italian lender in July reached a stake of just shy of 50%, which is sufficient to sway shareholder resolutions, including naming board members.

Half-yearly figures BNG 2026: Greater impact through strong growth in public investment

The net interest income showed healthy growth.

Allica Bank applies for Swedish banking licence as it targets European expansion

The move follows Allica's $155 million Series D funding round in February, which valued the bank at almost $1.2 billion.

NatWest revives US expansion plans after UK ringfencing rule changes – report

Recently, the lender received approval from the US Federal Reserve to open a representative office in Connecticut.

NatWest partners Enterprise Nation to back small businesses

By partnering NatWest it aims to grow the community to 250,000 members, tapping into NatWest Accelerator's 12 physical hubs, mentoring, guidance on funding, and digital app.

UK credit card repayments weaken as balances grow in June: FICO

Over the same period, the average active balance increased 1.4% to £1,975 ($2,693), the highest level in the series and 4.7% above June 2025.

Nationwide launches free credit score widget

Users will also be able to see what factors influence their score, making it easier to understand what this means and how it can affect key financial decisions.

Monte dei Paschi board approves dual exchange offers for Banco Bpm and Banca Generali

The decision came on Thursday, at the end of an extraordinary board meeting.

Jefferies prefers ABN Amro over ING

The U.S. broker lifts its EPS estimates by around 5% for the group and continues to see value in ABN Amro shares, supported by the transition to a less capital-intensive business model, solid execution in Dutch retail banking, and the delivery of synergie

Banco Sabadell realigns its structure to accelerate transformation, simplify management and strengthen execution of its business plan

The composition of the Management Committee remains unchanged, preserving governance stability while supporting this new phase of transformation.

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