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The UK is facing a significant reduction in bank branches, with over 6,200 closures since 2015, as customers shift to online banking. Major banks like Lloyds, Halifax, and Santander are closing numerous branches, impacting access for vulnerable groups, especially in rural areas. However, some banks, like Nationwide and HSBC, are committing to keep their branches open for several more years.
UniCredit is set to launch its €14bn all-share tender offer for Banco BPM from April 28 to June 23, following regulatory approvals. Meanwhile, China's largest banks report record low net interest margins at 1.48%, reflecting economic pressures and a push for credit expansion. In the UK, former Metro Bank executives accuse the FCA of inadequate supervision leading to a £900mn accounting error, while UBS has relaxed investment restrictions on defence companies amid rising geopolitical tensions, aligning with similar moves by other European firms.
Metro Bank's plan to open three new branches in Gateshead, Chester, and Salford contrasts sharply with the impending closure of hundreds of UK bank branches in 2025, driven by a shift towards online banking. Major banks like Santander and NatWest are reducing their physical presence, impacting communities, especially in rural areas where access to digital services is limited. While some banks, like Nationwide, commit to maintaining branches, the overall trend raises concerns about accessibility to essential banking services for vulnerable populations.
Shawbrook Bank is preparing for an Initial Public Offering (IPO) potentially in the first half of 2025, with a valuation estimated at around £2 billion. The bank, which focuses on niche lending and has a strong customer experience, reported an annualised loan book of £15.1 billion and a growing deposit book of £15.2 billion. Despite past ethical concerns, it aims to enhance social mobility and champion diversity while investing in technology and innovation.
The Bank of London has appointed Christopher Horne, a former Credit Suisse executive, as its new CEO, pending regulatory approval. This move is part of the bank's transformation under new ownership by Mangrove Capital Partners, which has supported TBOL through significant funding rounds. Horne, who has over 27 years of experience at Credit Suisse, succeeds Stephen Bell and joins a growing leadership team at TBOL, which serves over 4,500 UK businesses with various banking services.
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