AGP Executive Report
Last update: a day agoBanking Regulation: The Bank of England is preparing a major banking rule shake-up, including potential changes to leverage ratio requirements, as regulators look to free up credit to UK households and businesses. Energy Costs: Bills are set to rise again, with network charges and “non-commodity” costs pushing another £100 on average, while the wider energy price cap impact continues to bite. Bank Switching & Retail Banking: Barclays has signalled it will “assess opportunities” for future switching bonuses after its £200 offer ended, while First Direct is promoting another £200 cash incentive for new customers. Tax & Household Finance: HMRC confirms a “daily rule” penalty regime that can cost up to £900 for late Self Assessment, and some Child Benefit claimants face a £359 double payment in June. Cross-Border Finance: FidBank UK is marketing buy-to-let property finance to Nigerians, positioning the UK as an investment destination. Global Defence Tech: The UK, US and Australia unveiled an AUKUS undersea drone programme, with Britain investing £150m, aimed at protecting subsea infrastructure. Market/Investing: A fund disclosed buying more NextDecade shares, highlighting continued investor interest despite underperformance versus the S&P 500.
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