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FTSE 100 Live 29 January: Lloyds results cheer, easyJet and Saga shares advance

The FTSE 100 index today traded higher in a session when the price of gold extended its rally to near $5600 an ounce.

Evening Standard

Al Habtoor Group exits Lebanon and lays off employees after dispute with authorities

Al Habtoor Group, based in the United Arab Emirates, is closing its operations in Lebanon and laying off all employees

The Independent UK

Top bank sees new wave of store closures across 13 states

The major bank is planning to drastically reduce its retail footprint and will axe up to 10 percent of its stores

The Independent UK

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F1 announces new partnership with Standard Chartered as support expands to F1 Academy

Formula 1 and F1 Academy have signed a multi-year partnership with Standard Chartered, making the bank an official F1 partner and supporting the development of female talent through F1 Academy

Motorsport

Saudi Central Bank releases bank holiday schedule through 2029

The Saudi Central Bank has released a 2026-2029 holiday schedule for financial institutions, aiming to enhance market transparency and operational continuity. This long-term plan provides advance notice for major religious observances like Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha, alongside fixed national holidays, enabling better financial planning for businesses and…

The Times of India

Bank of Scotland fined £160,000 over account for sanctioned Putin ally

Dmitrii Ovsiannikov, who had held senior roles in Russian government, used a variant spelling of his name to access UK banking system

The Guardian - UK

Lloyds set to see annual profits rise despite motor finance hit

Most analysts expect the lender to deliver a 7% rise in pre-tax profits for the year, with the City pencilling in £6.38 billion.

The Independent UK

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Make this your first step in getting out of credit card debt

‘Looking at our credit card statement, learning how much we owe, and creating a repayment plan actually reduces anxiety because we are taking steps to address the issue,’ one expert said

The Independent UK

Why Jamie Dimon, JPMorgan are top Trump targets

Trump is suing JPMorgan Chase and CEO Jamie Dimon, alleging the bank improperly cut him off from its financial services.

Axios

Savers boosted by new bank launch promising ‘a service that feels human’

A new digital-only offering will be called thisbank

The Independent UK

Trump Escalates Battle With JPMorgan, Threatens Legal Action Over Account Closure

Trump threatens to sue JPMorgan over account closures following the Jan. 6 Capitol riots, calling it "debanking."

International Business Times

Alien Disclosure Could Trigger 'Total Financial Instability,' Former BoE Analyst Warns

A former Bank of England analyst has warned that official alien disclosure could spark global financial chaos and market instability.

International Business Times

Trump says he’ll sue JPMorgan Chase for allegedly cutting him off after US Capitol riot

President also denies he ever offered JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon the chair of the Federal Reserve

The Guardian - US

Hidden Fees: Depositing a Cheque Just Became More Costly — Other Banks May Be Charging Extra Fees Too

Truist Bank recently hiked the cost for cheques drawn on an account that are deposited electronically using a remote deposit capture service.

International Business Times UK

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List of Banks Closed on MLK Day Including Chase, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo — Why It Matters for Your Paycheck and Payments

Chase, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, and other major US banks will close on Monday, 19 January 2026 for MLK Day, affecting direct deposits and ACH payments.

The Independent UK

HSBC launches review of insurance arm in Singapore

It marks the latest step in a plan being led by boss Georges Elhedery to streamline the banking giant and cut costs.

AAP

Hot or not? Strong spending complicates rate picture

Upcoming data will give the Reserve Bank a better sense of whether higher interest rates are required to take the heat out of Australia's economy.

Evening Standard

Nationwide issues warning to customers after fraud cases

Nationwide has launched a new tool in its banking app to help customers keep scammers away

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The Guardian - UK

Lloyds questioned by watchdog over use of staff banking data in pay talks

ICO says it is making inquiries with banking group over data privacy after it accessed 30,000 staff accounts

The Guardian - UK

Lending to small businesses and low-income areas must expand, say Labour backbenchers

Senior politicians have tabled bill that would force UK banks to make affordable finance more accessible

The Guardian - UK

Lloyds CEO Charlie Nunn latest banking boss in line for huge bonus hike

Barclays, HSBC and NatWest shareholders already approved big pay rises after post Brexit loosening of remuneration rules

The Guardian - UK

Treasury has ‘limited grasp’ of concerns over booming shadow banking sector, peers say

Report says officials seem unprepared for potential risks that unregulated industry poses to UK financial stability

International Business Times

JPMorgan Takes Over Apple Card, Marking a Major Shift in the US Credit Card Market

JPMorgan is set to take over the Apple Card from Goldman Sachs, a deal that reshapes credit cards, consumer banking strategy, and Big Tech finance.

International Business Times UK

Nationwide's £100 Cash Handout Could Return — But Only If You Act Now

Nationwide's £100 Fairer Share bonus may return in 2026 — but only if you act early and follow the rules precisely. Miss the window, and it's gone.

The Guardian - UK

HSBC becomes first big UK lender to cut its mortgage rates in 2026

Reduction follows Bank of England’s base cut in December, with further cuts expected this year

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