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Monthly Economic Insight - September 2024

03.09.24

Economic Insight

Monthly Economic Insight - September 2024

This month we take a look at what’s behind another quarter of decent growth for the UK, and what the outlook is for cautious consumers. And with some concern about US growth prospects, we review the last GDP release.
Are we there yet? The reality of AI use in banking and financial services

28.08.24

Blog

Are we there yet? The reality of AI use in banking and financial services

According to the International Monetary Fund, the financial sector’s spending on AI is set to more than double by 2027.
25 banks and building societies make change to support victims of economic abuse

27.08.24

Press release

25 banks and building societies make change to support victims of economic abuse

25 banks and building societies have committed to accepting the Economic Abuse Evidence Form (EAEF) to help victim-survivors of abuse, UK Finance has announced.
Where do supranational organisations fit into sanctions in a polarised world?

27.08.24

Blog

Where do supranational organisations fit into sanctions in a polarised world?

Global sanctions prohibitions were generally led by the United Nations (UN).
Trade sanctions: Blockages to effective implementation

23.08.24

Blog

Trade sanctions: Blockages to effective implementation

Through globalisation, international trade has become a dominating economic force promoting unprecedented connectivity and interdependence among nation states.
Navigating Change: enhancing consumer experience and mitigating risks for UK Finance lenders

21.08.24

Blog

Navigating Change: enhancing consumer experience and mitigating risks for UK Finance lenders

As we reflect on the insights from the UK Finance Annual Mortgage Conference held earlier this year, it's clear that the home moving and finance landscape presents numerous challenges and opportunities for UK Finance lenders.
Do you love me? The UK's romance fraud surge and how banks can fight back

15.08.24

Blog

Do you love me? The UK's romance fraud surge and how banks can fight back

In our digital age where love often blossoms online, the sinister shadow of romance fraud looms large.
Reflecting on three years of driving disability inclusion in banking

14.08.24

Blog

Reflecting on three years of driving disability inclusion in banking

Financial Investors: Navigating the Regulatory Minefield in 2024

13.08.24

Blog

Financial Investors: Navigating the Regulatory Minefield in 2024

Against the backdrop of around half of the world’s population going to the polls in 2024, as well as persistently high inflation and interest rates, executing M&A transactions in a timely manner is increasingly critical.