Santander warns firms to be on ‘high alert’ after impersonation scams double The bank said more than 200 of its corporate and commercial customers are known to have been targeted in September. The Independent UK · Oct 18, 2023
3 Dynamic Bank Stocks to Consider for Sustainable Profits The U.S. banking industry has been facing several headwinds, including slowing loan growth, stricter capital requirements, rising deposit costs and credit rating downgrades. Amid the uncertainty surrounding the U.S. banking industry’s prospects, it could be wise to look beyond borders and buy fundamentally strong foreign banking stocks Barclays (BCS), Agricultural… StockNews.com · Oct 18, 2023
Why did City banks quietly shut down their ethics watchdog? City Voices: History has shown that banks cannot be trusted to regulate themselves Evening Standard · Oct 18, 2023
Some customers are still paying the price for corruption at failed Bridgeport bank Customers who trusted the crooked bank to do the right thing are still out up to $312,000 each, as the latest story in the Sun-Times investigative series shows. Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 18, 2023
Morgan Stanley (MS) Earnings Assessment: Weathering the Financial Storm or Growth Ahead? Morgan Stanley (MS) will be the latest big bank to release its third-quarter earnings this week. Read more to know how investors should position themselves ahead of its earnings release…. StockNews.com · Oct 17, 2023
International banker sacked after claiming partner’s sandwich on expenses Citibank analyst dismissed after claiming for two sandwiches, two coffees and two pasta dishes on work trip to Amsterdam The Independent UK · Oct 17, 2023
Bank of America (BAC) Earnings Under the Microscope: A Buy or Sell Opportunity? Bank of America (BAC) is scheduled to release its third-quarter results on October 17. While the bank is expected to report higher earnings year-over-year, its unrealized bond losses are expected to widen further. So, is the stock a buy or sell? Keep reading…. StockNews.com · Oct 16, 2023
Is Truist Financial (TFC) a Buy or Sell Before Earnings? Truist Financial Corp (TFC) is set to report its third-quarter results this week. Should investors buy or sell the stock now, given its cost-cutting plans? Let’s look at its financial metrics to gauge its prospects…. StockNews.com · Oct 16, 2023
Banker who got into double trouble for claiming 2 meals on expenses loses UK lawsuit over firing A financial analyst who was fired by Citibank after claiming a two-sandwich lunch on expenses has lost a legal battle for wrongful dismissal The Independent UK · Oct 16, 2023
Former Bank of China boss arrested on corruption charges Liu Liange charged with accepting bribes and illegally granting loans amid country’s anti-corruption drive The Guardian - UK · Oct 16, 2023
ED provisionally attaches Rs 315.6 crore worth of assets in bank fraud case in Maharashtra MUMBAI: The enforcement directorate (ED), probing money laundering angle in a bank fraud case, on Friday has provisionally attached 70 immovable properties located at five locations in Maharashtra and moveable assets such as silver and diamond jewellery etc collectively valued at Rs 315.6 crore. The Times of India · Oct 15, 2023
Mumbai: Retired Army officer loses money in online fraud MUMBAI: A retired Indian Army officer was shocked to learn Rs2.37 lakhs was siphoned off from his two savings banking accounts in a nationalised bank between September 8 and 15. The Times of India · Oct 15, 2023
'Bicycle bandit' charged over decade of bank robberies After almost two decades, police have arrested and charged a man in his 70s they allege is the "bicycle bandit" responsible for a series of bank robberies. AAP · Oct 15, 2023
Tim Dowling: masonry – how hard can it be? But I’ve got to find the right trowel … With the help of YouTube, I’m repairing the garden wall. But the more I chip, the more bricks I need to replace … The Guardian - UK · Oct 14, 2023
The Guardian - US · Oct 13, 2023 JP Morgan CEO warns world may be facing ‘most dangerous time’ in decades Jamie Dimon says Israel-Gaza conflict may have ‘far-reaching impacts’ on energy prices, food costs and international trade
Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 13, 2023 Crooked Bridgeport bank used these people’s CDs to fuel embezzlement scheme — ‘We were all victims’ Washington Federal Bank for Savings customers had no idea the high interest rates that attracted them were feeding the fraud. The bank’s “smooth operators” lured them in, the daughter of one victim says.
The Independent UK · Oct 12, 2023 NatWest initiative could save hassle for some shoppers at online checkouts Customers with a NatWest, Royal Bank of Scotland or Ulster Bank Mastercard have been registered for the Click to Pay service.
The Independent UK · Oct 12, 2023 Sri Lanka says it has reached an agreement with China's EXIM Bank on debt, clearing IMF funding snag Sri Lanka says that it has reached an agreement on key terms and principles on its debt restructuring with the Exim Bank of China
StockNews.com · Oct 11, 2023 Earnings Watch: JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM) Stock Under the Spotlight JPMorgan & Chase (JPM) is scheduled to release its third-quarter earnings on October 13. A troubled banking backdrop and analysts’ expectations of a year-over-year improvement in the company’s earnings and revenue will keep it under the spotlight. Keep reading to know the possible factors influencing JPM’s third-quarter financials and whether…
The Guardian - UK · Oct 11, 2023 Severe debt burdens thwarting progress on climate and poverty, says World Bank Bank’s new president Ajay Banga urges faster action on providing debt relief but says there is no ‘magic wand’
The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2023 Banking and insurance gripes pushing up financial complaints figures – ombudsman Complaints in the first half of this year have particularly increased in the banking and insurance sectors, the Financial Ombudsman Service said.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 9, 2023 Metro Bank gets another shot at redemption – but too late for the small shareholders Chief executive’s boast that there is nothing wrong with its business model will sound hollow to those nursing a 97% loss
The Hindu · Oct 9, 2023 Bank assistant manager, businessman convicted of cheating SBM of ₹2.70 crore CBI court in Dharwad convicts bank assistant manager and businessman of cheating State Bank of Mysore of Rs 2.70 crore. Sentenced to one-year jail and fined Rs 1.20 lakh. Fraud committed by assistant manager to help borrowers. CBI argued case before Special Judge for CBI cases N. Subramanya.
Evening Standard · Oct 9, 2023 What is happening at Metro Bank? What customers need to know Millions of users awaiting news of bank’s survival
The Guardian - UK · Oct 9, 2023 Metro Bank to slash costs after £925m rescue deal Lender confirms customers have started to pull money out amid worries over its financial health