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Brits unhappy with foreign banking charges

Opening a foreign bank account

recent research has shown that many Brits reflect their bank’s fees for spending money abroad are unfair or unreasonable, and a high proportion don’t even understand the fees being charged. Specifically, the research found: Only 26% of consumers understand their…

US bank earnings drive global stock markets

$100 billion leaves five of the largest US banks’ market cap in 2023

Stock markets in the US and Europe were driven by positive US earnings and strong economic data in China. The data brings a more optimistic tone to weeks of uncertainty and concerns as traders concentrated on the potential developments in…

Banking concerns retreat but remain present

The basics of Forex algorithmic trading: What is it and how to use

The banking sector remains the center of attention for international investors after fears spiked earlier that bank failures could ignite a large-scale financial crisis. However, the rapid intervention from regulators in the US and Europe has helped limit damage and…

Accountancy firm expands with support from HSBC UK

Accountancy firm expands with support from HSBC UK

A London-based international accountancy and consultancy firm has expanded with the support of HSBC UK. Affinity Associates has utilised a seven-figure finance package from HSBC UK to acquire Flemmings, a multi-disciplinary business advisory group. The HSBC UK backed deal sees…