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Total car finance borrowing for 2022 rises to new record of £41 billion, up £4 billion compared to 2021 New car borrowing static but used car finance grows significantly Average borrowing for both new and used cars increased in 2022, rising to £25,325 and £15,475 respectively Cost of living crisis still a threat to UK drivers who are stuck in expensive finance agreements Averages wages grow by 41% since 2009 while finance debt doubles Salary sacrifice schemes becoming increasingly popular with EV buyers thanks to tax advantages The amount UK drivers borrowed to pay for cars hit a new…
EMODU AG (“SEMODU”), Munich, a technology-focused project developer with a focus on modular construction, intends to enter the fund business for institutional investors. Within the framework of “SEMODU Institutional”, SEMODU intends to initiate residential real estate funds for semi-professional and/or professional investors in the future. In doing so, “SEMODU Institutional” will not only act as an entrepreneurial sparring partner, but rather as the real estate investment and asset manager. Through direct access to its own project developments, SEMODU offers existing and future investors the opportunity to gain access to high-dividend, ESG-compliant quarter developments and to accompany projects from the very…
Specialist not-for-profit insurer Ansvar is delighted to announce the launch of its Clubs, Groups and Societies policy. The product provides organisations that are dedicated to a particular interest or activity with specialist cover to meet their unique requirements. Aimed at organisations such as cricket clubs, orchestras and historical societies, the policy provides protection for activities that can include organising community and recreational events, the selling of goods for fundraising purposes, and attendance at trade shows. The policy includes three packages of cover – Essentials, Advantage and Advantage+ – that have been designed to suit the individual requirements and budgets of…
Nearly three in 10 (29%) of Brits are using credit cards to feed their families A quarter (25%) of UK adults – 13 million Brits – are using credit cards to pay for everyday essentials such as travelling to work A fifth (20%) of the nation is using borrowed money to pay their household bills – rising to almost one in three (32%) in Belfast Those aged 55 and older typically got their first credit card aged 32, but for those under 35, it is nine years earlier – age 23 Almost two-fifths (39%) of Brits cannot correctly define ‘credit…
An effective multicloud strategy can improve quality of service while enhancing security and strengthening partner connections – the keys to value lie in how organisations manage their multicloud infrastructure As businesses negotiate a period of economic uncertainty, changing working habits and heightened cyber threats, adopting and refining multicloud capabilities will support efforts to scale sustainably and meet strategic objectives. This is according to Jerome Dilouya, CEO, InterCloud. However, for businesses to fully unlock the potential of a multicloud strategy they need to address five key trends impacting the market today. Bolstering cyber security is a business imperative. One of the…
Britons are being urged to act now to reduce the impact of a raid on the legacies they want to leave to loved ones in the form of inheritance tax. The warning from Nigel Green, the CEO and founder of deVere Group, one of the world’s largest independent financial advisory, asset management and fintech organisations comes two weeks ahead of Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s Spring Budget on March 15. In the Budget he will update to parliament and the public on the state of the UK economy since the Autumn Statement in November, and announce further economic plans for 2023-24 and…
According to Swiss regulators, Credit Suisse ‘seriously breached’ its obligations in the Greensill case Credit Suisse’s business relationship with financier Lex Greensill and his associated companies, Credit Suisse “seriously breached its supervisory obligations,” Swiss regulator FINMA said Tuesday. After Greensill Capital collapsed in early 2021, the Swiss lender had to repay investors massively. The Swiss regulator FINMA concluded Tuesday that the Swiss bank “seriously breached its supervisory obligations” regarding its business relationship with financier Lex Greensill and his companies. After Greensill Capital collapsed in early 2021, the embattled Swiss lender had to repay investors massive amounts. In its proceedings, FINMA…
Businesses from across the region have one month left to submit entries for the prestigious Finance Awards North West. Entering its fourth year, the Finance Awards North West is the one-of-a-kind accolade which recognises the work and achievements of the region’s top finance professionals and businesses. Featuring distinguished categories like Finance Director of the Year and Finance Business Partner of the Year, as well as the fiercely competitive Rising Star of the Year. Applicants will be judged by a panel of local industry experts and the awards’ esteemed partners. Deadline for entries is Friday 31 March 2023. Lucy Bisset -…
Sam Najafi, property writer, graduated with a bachelors degree from the University of Brighton. Today, he takes a special interest in renovations, interiors, regeneration, home organisation and money management. This article will look at property investment trends that are likely to feature prominently throughout 2023. According to JP Morgan’s 2023 commercial property outlook, there may well be challenges ahead. While retail lingers at a crossroads, uncertainties remain over the future of office space. In addition, supply chain issues persist, with inflation nearing a 40-year high, prompting interest rate increases. However, there are a few glimmers of hope in the commercial…
