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A significant number of bank branches, including 254 from Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland, are set to close in 2025 and 2026, prompting concerns over access to banking services. To mitigate this, alternatives such as Post Office branches, mobile banking services, and new super ATMs are being introduced, alongside the establishment of banking hubs that offer routine transactions and consultations with bank staff.
London's FTSE 100 rose 0.2% to 8,782.89, with HSBC gaining ahead of its annual results. In contrast, BT Group fell sharply after Citi downgraded its rating to 'sell,' citing concerns over Openreach's revenue decline and the sustainability of BT Consumer's pricing. InterContinental Hotels also saw a decline despite reporting increased profits and a share buyback announcement.
PepsiCo, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of non-alcoholic beverages and snacks, with 60.8% of its revenue generated in North America. The company’s product distribution includes beverages like Aquafina and Gatorade, and snacks such as Lay's and Doritos, across various regions including Europe, Latin America, and Asia-Pacific. Geographically, the revenue breakdown shows significant contributions from the USA (57%), Mexico (7.7%), and Canada (4.1%), among others.
The Employees" Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) reported a 9.33% increase in net member additions, totaling 18.81 lakh in September 2024, compared to the same month last year. New enrollments reached approximately 9.47 lakh, marking a 6.22% rise from September 2023. This growth is attributed to enhanced employment opportunities and increased awareness of employee benefits.
TJX Companies reported a strong start to the holiday shopping season, with fiscal third-quarter earnings per share of $1.14, surpassing expectations. However, its holiday quarter guidance of $1.12 to $1.14 fell short of Wall Street"s $1.18 forecast, leading to a decline in shares. Comparable sales growth is expected to be between 2% and 3%, while the company anticipates full-year earnings between $4.15 and $4.17, slightly below analyst expectations.
UBS joint ventures have invested approximately CHF 1 billion in two Chinese companies under US sanctions, including Aviation Industry Corporation of China Xi"an and Hikvision. The bank holds 49% and 20% stakes in these firms, which are linked to the Chinese government and have been on the sanctions list since 2021. UBS asserts that these transactions comply with legal regulations.
UBS is reportedly linked to Chinese military companies under U.S. sanctions, investing around $1 billion in fighter jet manufacturer Avic Xi"an and surveillance supplier Hikvision through joint ventures. Despite selling shares after the sanctions were imposed, UBS"s joint ventures have made significant purchases, raising concerns about potential U.S. retaliation. The bank maintains that its investments comply with U.S. laws, asserting that trading of these securities is permissible outside the U.S. as long as U.S. persons are not involved.
Lowe"s reported better-than-expected fiscal second-quarter earnings, driven by outdoor DIY projects and online sales, but still anticipates a year-over-year sales decline. The company raised its full-year sales guidance to between $83 billion and $83.5 billion, while projecting comparable sales to drop 3% to 3.5%. Despite these results, Lowe"s faces challenges from high interest rates affecting home improvement demand.
India"s pharmaceutical market reached a significant milestone, with domestic sales hitting Rs 2.25 lakh crore in the year ending September 2024. Despite a moderation in growth rates, the market expanded by 8% in the September 2024 quarter, totaling Rs 60,000 crore, compared to Rs 38,200 crore in the pre-pandemic December 2019 quarter.
UBS is reportedly involved in sensitive business with US-sanctioned Chinese military companies, including stakes in Aviation Industry Corporation of China and Hikvision. Despite reducing investments post-sanctions, joint ventures have increased exposure. The bank has stated it adheres to US regulations, but the timing of this revelation poses challenges as UBS seeks a full banking license in the USA.
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