The Latest Breaking News on Financial Services

Dead CEO of failed Bridgeport bank in the spotlight as embezzlement trial begins

John F. Gembara, the late boss of Washington Federal Bank for Savings, schemed with attorney Robert M. Kowalski, prosecutors told jurors Tuesday. Representing himself, Kowalski blamed Gembara.

Chicago Sun-Times · Feb 14, 2023

Two missing after Queensland mine collapse – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU · Feb 14, 2023

Bank announces £200 new switch deal and raises saving rates

Natwest is also offering to increase the rate of interest on its digital regular saver account

Nottingham Post · Feb 14, 2023

Interest rates could peak at 4.1% amid sinking consumer confidence in Australia, says NAB

Major bank believes business conditions and confidence are improving as it sets cash rate prediction higher than other banks

The Guardian - AU · Feb 14, 2023

HDFC Bank begins offline payment pilot under RBI sandbox

MUMBAI: The country's largest private sector lender HDFC Bank on Monday said it is attempting to execute digital payments in an offline mode under a regulatory facility to test innovations.

The Times of India · Feb 13, 2023

Ukraine's Zelenskiy met JPMorgan bankers over rebuilding efforts

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy met with bankers from JPMorgan Chase Co last week to get their advice on rebuilding the country and weathering the financial impact of the war, according to a statement from the president's office.

Reuters · Feb 13, 2023

Former East Lothian bank to become seaside cafe after house plan rejected

The owners of the former Royal Bank of Scotland branch in North Berwick have been given permission to open a two-story cafe, after being refused permission to convert it into a home..

Edinburgh Live · Feb 13, 2023

NatWest hints at green shoots of recovery in East Midlands

Business confidence hit an eight-month high in January according to NatWest survey

Birmingham Post · Feb 13, 2023

All-male BOJ picks another blow for gender equality in Japan

Once again, three men are set to lead the Bank of Japan (BOJ), underscoring the hurdles women face in reaching leadership positions in a country that ranks the lowest among advanced economies for gender equality.

Reuters · Feb 13, 2023

South West business confidence for year ahead hits eight month high

Firms told a NatWest survey new product launches and firmer customer demand could lead to a strong recovery over 2023

Birmingham Post · Feb 13, 2023