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HSBA, LLOY, BARC: As lending to SMEs drops, should you hold these stocks?
May 16, 2022 10:30 AM BST| By Abhishek SharmaHighlights A new survey has revealed that lending to small businesses in Q1 2022 has declined to the lowest since 2014. The survey by the Federation of Small Businesses also claimed that the approval rate stood at 43% during the period. Ev.....
INVP, BRW, EMG: Should you invest in these financial stocks now?
May 16, 2022 09:27 AM BST| By Rishika RainaHighlights A group of over 50 economists has written an open letter to Chancellor Rishi Sunak, warning about the economic impact of the post-Brexit plans to boost the competitiveness of the finance industry. According to the experts, the move t.....
AV., ADM, HSX: Should you add these insurance stocks to your watchlist?
May 12, 2022 03:01 PM BST| By Abhishek SharmaHighlights The average premiums for home insurance have witnessed a significant fall, according to the Association of British Insurers. In the first quarter of 2022, the prices dropped to their lowest levels since the ABI started collecting thi.....
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HSBA, OSB, MAB1: How is high inflation impacting mortgage stocks?
May 07, 2022 12:01 AM BST| By Team Kalkine MediaHIGHLIGHTS: Mortgage approvals were marginally lower in March in comparison to February, as per the data from the Bank of England. The net borrowing mortgage amount by individuals, however, increased to £7 billion in March from £4.6.....
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HSBA, NWG, LLOY: Stocks you may choose as BoE raises interest rates to 1%
May 05, 2022 02:03 PM BST| By Rishika RainaHighlights BoE’s MPC raised the interest rate to 1% in Thursday’s meeting to counter the impact of rising inflation. Since the start of the pandemic, the rate has increased to 25%, 0.5%, and then 0.75% before today’s hike. In.....
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Downing Renewables, Foresight Solar Fund: Should you invest in these firms?
May 05, 2022 01:22 PM BST| By Rishika RainaHighlights According to leading environmental disclosure platforms CDP and Planet Tracker, losses of a minimum of US$225 billion are being faced by financial institutions owing to water-related risks. The most widespread effects of these r.....
NBS, OSB: Are these stocks good bets amid rising interest rates?
May 05, 2022 08:47 AM BST| By Rishika RainaHighlights The monetary policy committee (MPC) of the BoE is all set to raise the base rate to a 13-year high of 1%. An increase in monthly payments could be witnessed by approximately 2 million UK households after the 0.25% rate hike. Pa...
Protesters disrupt AGMs of BARC and STAN; shares remain neutral
May 04, 2022 04:24 PM BST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights The AGMs of Barclays and Standard Chartered were disrupted on Wednesday by climate activists. The activists criticised the companies for investing in fossil fuel extraction and interrupted the speeches. The annual shareholder me.....
NWG, LLOY, OSB: Should you consider these mortgage stocks now?
May 04, 2022 11:01 AM BST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights Prime Minister Boris Johnson has warned of a 'very severe' inflationary crisis if the government responds to the high inflation by offering more benefits. Earlier, Chancellor Rishi Sunak warned that mortgage repayments could rise by...
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Barclays (LON: BARC): Should you buy the stock now?
May 03, 2022 12:17 PM BST| By Team Kalkine MediaHIGHLIGHTS Barclays Plc is among the Big four banking majors in the UK. Last month, Barclays’ share price touched its 52-week low. Technical charts are showing the nearest support at GBX 150.83. Barclays Plc (LON: BARC) is among the.....
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DORE, BSIF, RNEW: Should you invest in these green finance companies now?
May 03, 2022 10:34 AM BST| By Rishika RainaHighlights Chancellor Rishi Sunak is being requested to come up with a new generation of green bonds to help the UK reach its net-zero goals. The green economy doesn’t only cover renewable energy and clean technologies, but also other sus.....
NatWest (LON: NWG) avoids revolt over executive pay. Should you invest?
April 29, 2022 11:23 AM BST| By Priya BhandariHighlights The shareholders agreed to all proposals put forward by the bank at the annual general meeting. Around 93% of shareholders voted in favour of the controversial new pay policy that will increase CEO Alison Rose’s potential bonus...
BARC, ULVR, SBRY warn about rising inflation. Should you stay invested?
April 28, 2022 02:29 PM BST| By Priya BhandariHighlights The Bank of England (BOE) is expected to raise interest rates for the fourth meeting in a row on May 5, as UK inflation has risen to 7% in the 12 months to March. The financial markets expect the BOE to raise rates to around 2.25% by.....
Why is Origo Partners (LON: OPP) delisting from AIM?
April 27, 2022 01:13 PM BST| By Rishika RainaHighlights Shares in Origo partners are set to be suspended from trading on the AIM from 28 April, while the cancellation of shares will take place on 30 May. Origo has decided not to appoint a new nominated advisor considering its financial po.....
Lloyds (LON: LLOY): Should you buy the stock amid surging inflation?
April 27, 2022 01:07 PM BST| By Priya BhandariHighlights Lloyds Banking Group Plc has warned of uncertainty looming over the UK economy due to soaring inflation. The lending giant on Wednesday reported a 14% drop in statutory profit after tax to £1,204 million in Q1 2022, from £.....
STAN, HSBC, Lloyds: Stocks to buy as BOE proposes new rules for lenders
April 27, 2022 10:17 AM BST| By Priya BhandariHighlights BOE Deputy Governor Sam Woods on Tuesday proposed simplification of the global regulatory system of bank capital buffers to encourage financial institutions to keep lending in times of economic crisis. The Basel Committee.....
LLOY, NWG, OSB: Should you add these mortgage stocks to your watchlist?
April 26, 2022 10:34 AM BST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights Higher cost of living has triggered the shift to borrowing from saving. 30% of adults are now finding it difficult to afford housing costs with rising loans or mortgage payments. Britons are struggling with the cost-of-living cr...
HSBC Q1 profit slides amid Russia-Ukraine war. Should you hold the stock?
April 26, 2022 10:25 AM BST| By Priya BhandariHighlights The multinational financial services holding company announced a dip in profits in Q1 2022 due to higher expected credit losses from the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. The Asia-focused bank reported a 27.9% fall in pre-tax profit t...
HSBA, LLOY, AV.: Are these financial services stocks worth buying now?
April 25, 2022 10:17 AM BST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights The UK government has announced a task force that will push financial services companies to publish their plans to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. The plans will boost the ability of investors to hold company boards and management...
Barclays, NatWest: Are these banking stocks good bets?
April 22, 2022 03:53 PM BST| By Team Kalkine MediaHIGHLIGHTS FCA has asked new or ‘challenger’ banks to improve their assessment of financial crime risk. Most of these challenger banks are digital-only and offer services through smartphone apps. The UK's banking industry is do.....
