Fitch Ratings isn’t mincing words about a choppier outlook for Asian banks. But Malaysia? It’s sitting tight with a “neutral” rating, even as tensions climb around it. While several economies...
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Bank of England Sets Deadline to Limit Banks’ Crypto Exposure by 2026
Regulators seek to curb risk as crypto volatility continues to shake global financial systems The Bank of England has signaled its intent to crack down on how much crypto British...
Dividend Freeze Shakes Up Nigerian Banks as CBN Tightens Capital Rules
The Central Bank of Nigeria’s clampdown on dividend payouts from banks under regulatory forbearance has sparked a heated mix of applause and anxiety across the financial spectrum. In a move...
Vijay Mallya’s Repayment Claim Sparks New Clash With Indian Banks
Fugitive tycoon insists he’s cleared his debts—banks beg to differ, citing interest, penalties, and legal dues Vijay Mallya says he’s paid it all. Banks say—hold on, not even close. India’s...
Nigeria’s Telecom Regulator Flips the Script on USSD Charges, Puts Banks on Notice
The Nigerian Communications Commission has drawn a clear line in the sand: from now on, telecom customers—not telcos—will foot the bill for USSD services, with banks expected to comply. It’s...
Wealthsimple’s Bank Play Is Rattling the Big Five — For Good Reason
What started as a slick investing app is now quietly morphing into a full-on bank killer. Wealthsimple’s latest chequing account has no fees, earns interest, and is making Canada’s big...
Wall Street Courts Japan’s Brightest as Banking War Heats Up
Young graduates find themselves at the center of a recruitment frenzy as U.S. banks turn aggressive in Tokyo Wall Street’s biggest players are making a hard push into Japan’s talent...
Zenith Bank Secures Nigeria’s Top Spot Again at Global Finance Best Banks Awards 2025
Zenith Bank Plc has once again claimed the title of Nigeria’s Best Bank, bagging this prestigious award for the fifth time in six years at the Global Finance Best Banks...
Martin Lewis Reveals How to Earn Up to £300 by Switching to Five Top UK Banks
Switching banks might sound like a hassle, but Martin Lewis, the Money Saving Expert founder, insists it’s simpler than you think—and could put up to £300 in your pocket. Several...
British Business Bank Hits £5 Billion Lending Mark, Boosting SMEs Nationwide
The British Business Bank has officially crossed a huge milestone — £5 billion lent through its structured guarantee programmes. This marks a big win for smaller and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)...