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Bank of England warns of risks in relaxing mortgage limits

Andrew Bailey welcomes ‘open public debate’, but cautions that easing rules could lead to more repossessions

Financial Times - 1d

Lloyds to close 136 branches as people shift to apps

The closures across its brands will be completed by March next year, as more customers go digital.

BBC News - 1d

Lloyds Banking Group to close another 136 branches – business live

The bank says that the shift to digital banking has prompted further branch closes. Rachel Reeves has confirmed that the Labour government will back a third runway at London’s Heathrow airport. . ...

The Guardian - 1d

Lloyds Bank to shut another 136 branches across UK

Sites will close by March 2026 with affected staff to be offered alternative roles

Financial Times - 1d

India's banking sector slump

Also in this newsletter: China is building the world’s largest dam and Ashish Gupta’s mantra

Financial Times - 2d

Citi loses head of private banking unit

Ida Liu was one of few senior female executives below chief executive Jane Fraser

Financial Times - 3d

What is Trump’s game with TikTok? | Lloyd Green

This is what crony capitalism looks like. Trump’s delay contravenes the law Congress passed last spring. The Trump TikTok flip-flop continues as the 47th president has shoved his finger into the ...

The Guardian - 4d

West Bank celebrations as freed Palestinian prisoners return

The BBC's Jon Donnison watched on in Ramallah as the former captives were greeted by cheering crowds.

BBC News - 5d

SEC revokes unpopular banking rule that blocked Wall Street banks from adopting crypto

SEC rescinds controversial rule in latest pro-crypto measure taken by new Trump administration.

CNBC - 6d

Why Is Israel Targeting Jenin, West Bank?

As Israel withdraws some of its troops from Gaza during a cease-fire there, it has turned attention to another Palestinian territory — in particular a city with a history of militant activity.

The New York Times - 6d

Israel’s worrying release of violent West Bank settlers

Surely Netanyahu is aware that Katz has essentially given settlers a free pass to run amok, one that a could ignite a major Palestinian flare-up on the West Bank at the very time that the follow-on ...

The Hill - 6d

Trump bashes bank CEOs at Davos: 'Open your bank to conservatives'

President Trump on Wednesday accused two major U.S. banks of discriminating against conservatives during a live event with the CEO of one of those firms. In virtual remarks before a group of ...

The Hill - Jan. 23

European banks to reward investors with bumper €123bn in payouts

Dividends have exceeded pre-crisis levels while lenders have topped up returns with buybacks

Financial Times - Jan. 23

Spain's Sabadell bank to move HQ back to Catalonia

Yahoo News - Jan. 22

Lloyd’s Register apologises for its role in trafficking enslaved people from Africa

The maritime group, founded in 1760 by merchants and underwriters, issued the apology after commissioning research into its links to slavery. Lloyd’s Register, the maritime and industrial group ...

The Guardian - Jan. 22

Israel Embarks on an ‘Extensive’ Military Operation in the West Bank

The announcement came shortly after President Trump rescinded Biden-era sanctions on Israeli settlers and Jewish extremists raided Palestinian villages in protest against the cease-fire in Gaza.

The New York Times - Jan. 21

Israeli soldier killed by West Bank roadside bomb

Yahoo News - Jan. 20

Palestinians in West Bank wait anxiously for prisoners to be released

Yahoo News - Jan. 19

Palestinians in West Bank wait anxiously for prisoners to be released

Ninety Palestinians should be freed from Israeli jails in exchange for three Israeli hostages released by Hamas in Gaza.

BBC News - Jan. 19

Cher Lloyd: 'After X Factor there's a lot I need to get off my chest'

The singer known to millions for her rebellious reality TV antics is back and ready to "spill the tea".

BBC News - Jan. 17

On the Banks of the Nile in Uganda, a Major League Dream Begins

The East African nation might seem like a surprising place for baseball talent to blossom. But for Armstrong Muhoozi, it’s just the start of his journey.

The New York Times - Jan. 16

Bank of America tops estimates on better-than-expected investment banking, interest income

The company said fourth-quarter profit more than doubled to $6.67 billion, or 82 cents per share, from a year earlier.

CNBC - Jan. 16

Lloyds to cut 500 jobs and close two offices

UK bank to review more than 1,500 jobs across multiple departments

Financial Times - Jan. 15

Everything to Know About Big Banks Earnings

Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, Wells Fargo and other firms are expected to report strong earnings.

Inc. - Jan. 15

These two bank stocks stand out for improvement in 2025

Bank stocks had a wonderful 2024. A lighter regulatory burden and better interest-rate environment might set up another year of gains.

MarketWatch - Jan. 14

Fintech IPOs return with precious little credit in the bank

Hope still wins out over experience as financial disrupters seek to ride the latest wave

Financial Times - Jan. 11

Trump’s conviction is the latest twist in the Maga story | Lloyd Green

The supreme court order may also be a harbinger of what awaits the US over the next four years: litigation that again divides the judiciary and the nation. Donald Trump will take the office on 20 ...

The Guardian - Jan. 10

Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to share branches

The move is intended to make it easier for people to access banking services, but some warn it will lead to more branch closures.

BBC News - Jan. 9

Wait, how many banks were run in 2023?

More than you’d think!

Financial Times - Jan. 8

Lloyds Banking Group’s branch shake-up fuels concern over closures and job cuts

Company’s customers across Halifax, Bank of Scotland and flagship brand to be allowed to use others’ premises

Financial Times - Jan. 8

Bank of England to relax rules for banks and insurers

PRA’s Sam Woods says burden can be eased without ‘race to the bottom’ on financial regulation

Financial Times - Jan. 8

West Indies great Clive Lloyd ‘disturbed’ by two-tier plan for Test cricket

Talks ongoing on dividing sport into two divisions ‘I think it will be terrible for some countries’ The West Indies great Clive Lloyd is “disturbed” by the idea of a two-tier structure for Test ...

The Guardian - Jan. 7

Israeli airstrike targets armed group in West Bank

Yahoo News - Jan. 7

Why bank stocks care that Michael Barr is stepping down as top Fed banking cop

As vice chair of supervision, Barr was leading the effort to raise capital requirements for banks.

MarketWatch - Jan. 6

Investment banks prepare for crunch year in 2025

Boutiques counting on M&A rebound to support elevated valuations and star hires

Financial Times - Jan. 6

Palestinian Authority Bans Al Jazeera in West Bank

The ban comes as the PA battles militants from Hamas and its allies for control over parts of the West Bank, a fight that could shape the struggle for leadership of the Palestinian cause.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 2