AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoUK–Japan Deal: Starmer and Japan’s Sanae Takaichi back a £18bn “new era” investment push, with Japanese firms pledging £9bn+ for UK infrastructure and financial services plus up to £9bn for offshore wind, alongside closer economic-security and next-gen fighter co-operation. Stablecoin Strategy: KPMG survey data shows 83% of UK banking leaders see stablecoins as important to growth over the next 3–5 years, with regulatory clarity flagged as the key accelerant. Banking UX & Branches: Barclays has removed its “memorable phrase” from the app, sparking customer panic despite reassurances; meanwhile, high-street access keeps shrinking as more branches close, including NatWest and multiple Essex sites. Tax Hits on Savers: HMRC is set to send £5,000+ savings tax demand letters to 144,000 people in 2026–27, with the count rising sharply since 2022–23. Student Loans Tracking: The Student Loans Company is trying to trace 121,000 overseas borrowers owing about £3.4bn. Energy Pressure: Make UK warns high energy costs are pushing manufacturers to move production abroad unless government expands relief schemes. Fraud & Consumer Risk: UK fraud losses and scam activity remain a major drag, with banks reporting rising fraud cases after refund-rule changes.
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