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Chancellor Rachel Reeves' headroom shrinks as government borrowing soars
By City AM
The government borrowed more than expected in February, official figures showed, spelling trouble for Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of the Spring Statement next week
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Schroders share price target upgraded as analysts see 'upside risk'
By City AM
Schroders' share price has surged this year after the asset manager announced a cost-cutting drive, and RBC analysts believe there is "more upside risk than downside"
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TSB appoints new CEO amid parent company's uncertain future
By City AM
The º£½ÇÊÓƵ retail bank has appointed a new chief executive officer amidst its parent company's uncertain future
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Natwest partners with OpenAI as FTSE giant scales up tech
By City AM
The FTSE 100 lender said it would leverage AI to meet customers' needs faster and more effectively, whilst increasing productivity and efficiency across operations.
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Bank of England maintains interest rates at 4.5% amid global trade concerns
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The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee voted 8-1 to keep interest rates on hold at 4.5 per cent
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Wage growth soars as Bank of England prepares to make interest rate decision
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The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said that annual regular pay, excluding bonuses, grew 5.9 per cent between November 2024 and January 2025.
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Lloyd's of London reports profit drop to £9.6bn amid US wildfire claims and market volatility
By City AM
Lloyd's of London, the world's leading insurance and reinsurance marketplace, has reported a profit before tax of £9.6bn for 2024, a drop from the £10.7bn reported for 2023
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Santander announces closure of 95 branches impacting 750 jobs across the º£½ÇÊÓƵ
Santander
The Spanish-owned lender said it was shutting the branches from June, while also cutting hours across 36 sites and switching 18 to be counter-free in moves impacting on more than a third of its 444-strong network
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Santander to close Midlands branches
Finance
Six sites across the region have been tabled for closure as part of a nationwide review into its network
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M&G reports jump in outflows as it slumps to loss in 2024
By City AM
The insurer and asset manager reported outflows of £9.5bn throughout 2024, compared to £4.7bn in 2023, it revealed in its annual results
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From saving lives to ‘robo-advisers’ – Fintech North hears how technology is transforming finance and insurance
Technology
Royal Liver Building conference showcases Liverpool and North West's tech pioneers
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The latest equity investment deals in Wales
Deals
Companies featured include Burbank, Finalrentals, Bute Energy, Snoap and Nisien.AI
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Manchester growth set to outpace other º£½ÇÊÓƵ cities as tech and professional services drive economy
Economy
Wider North West picture more subdued
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Close Brothers reports £104m loss due to motor finance scandal provisions
By City AM
The banking group went from a profit of £88.1m in the same period of 2024 to a pre-tax loss in the first half of 2025, after the firm set aside provisions for the motor finance scandal.
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Accountancy group DJH makes city move as it celebrates £17m North West milestone
Finance
DJH says it wants to keep hiring as it takes expanded city centre offices in Peter Street
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Howden: Insurance giant set for US takeover deal and £23bn stock market float - report
By City AM
British insurance broker Howden is reportedly closing in on a US takeover deal, which could pave the way for a $30bn (£23.2bn) stock market listing in the coming years
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Vanquis shares plummet as it posts £34.8m loss for 2024
By City AM
The cost of dealing with complaints related to the company's historic lending practices soared and took a chunk out of the company's bottom line.
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Why we keep branches and passbooks – Vernon Building Society bosses past and present look to the future
Finance
Group plans to open more branches across Greater Manchester's boroughs
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PensionBee hails 'transformative year' as losses slashed and revenue climbs
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PensionBee has hailed a "transformative year" for the listed business as it slashed its pre-tax loss and grew its revenue by almost £10m as it expanded into the US
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Swansea Building Society post record profits and total assets
Finance
The Swansea headquartered mutual had a strong 2024 with double digit growth in its mortgage lending and saving deposits
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Revolut says º£½ÇÊÓƵ shoppers bought aquariums and antiques in February
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The data of 93million card payments in February from the fintech giant shows a shift in consumer habits following the January spending lull
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Legal & General boosts shareholder returns with £500m buyback after strong 2024 performance
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The insurance giant announced a £500m share buyback for 2025, as part of its commitment to return over £5bn to shareholders within three years.
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Accountancy firm moves to larger offices as it looks to expand
Offices
Hazelwoods has offices in Bristol, Gloucestershire and Cardiff and employs 550 people across the region
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Discounts platform Digital Rewards Group plans US expansion after Maven investment
North West
New board members for Altrincham firm after investment supported by ThinCats
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By City AMBank of England rate cut 'almost certain' after poor economic growthThe Bank of England is "almost certain" to cut interest rates next month after the economy slumped for a second month in a row, according to economists.
Future of º£½ÇÊÓƵ banking: Which specialist lenders are likely takeover targets?
By City AM
The º£½ÇÊÓƵ banking sector has seen a flurry of mergers and acquisitions in recent years, with the latest a landmark deal between Santander and TSB Bank
Call for new º£½ÇÊÓƵ 'investment hub' to prevent financial services from losing global position
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A new report warns that the º£½ÇÊÓƵ risks losing its status as a leading financial centre unless it acts quickly to modernise and streamline investment services
Jupiter snaps up º£½ÇÊÓƵ's largest investment manager for non-profits in £100m swoop
By City AM
The FTSE 250 fund manager said the deal to buy CCLA will deliver at least £16m in annual recurring cost savings as it seeks to streamline support functions and incorporate CCLA's technology to reduce duplication in systems.
Close Brothers announces strategic shift in lending, prioritising commercial insurance over personal lines
By City AM
The lender said it would start to focus on insurance products designed for businesses, which the firm said offered better risk-adjusted returns and long-term growth potential
DealsBristol tech company snaps up German eye-tracking AI firmIt is the third acquisition for South West-based Smartbox Group in the last six weeks
Marine engineering firm opens office at Exeter Science Park
Offices
The company was founded in 2023 and is planning its next stage of growth
Call for SME 'champions' to support Invictus Games 2027
West Midlands
New business initiative launched which it is hoped will raise vital funds to help host the sporting spectacle at the NEC
Future of º£½ÇÊÓƵ banking: Which specialist lenders are likely takeover targets?
By City AM
The º£½ÇÊÓƵ banking sector has seen a flurry of mergers and acquisitions in recent years, with the latest a landmark deal between Santander and TSB Bank
Greenergy to close Immingham biodiesel plant with 60 jobs at risk
Enterprise
The firm has announced plans to close its base at West Riverside, Immingham, which it started production at 18 years ago, with the loss of 60 jobs
EnterpriseGreenergy to close Immingham biodiesel plant with 60 jobs at riskThe firm has announced plans to close its base at West Riverside, Immingham, which it started production at 18 years ago, with the loss of 60 jobs
Call for SME 'champions' to support Invictus Games 2027
West Midlands
New business initiative launched which it is hoped will raise vital funds to help host the sporting spectacle at the NEC
£2m sale deal for Sutton Coldfield property
West Midlands
Home to wine warehouse and dental surgery has been snapped up by private investor
Humber Estuary could be new home to 'floating power barge' and small nuclear reactor
Energy
The Humber Estuary could be home to the º£½ÇÊÓƵ's first small nuclear reactor, following an agreement signed by an international consortium.
National Trust to cut 550 jobs following chancellor's tax hikes
Employment
The charity has blamed rising costs including increases to employer national insurance contributions