AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoUK Rates Watch: The Bank of England meets today with markets largely expecting rates to stay at 3.75%, but mortgage experts warn borrowing costs may remain “higher for longer,” with average 5-year fixed deals topping 6% at high loan-to-value levels. UK Banking Results & Restructuring: Lloyds Banking Group reported £4.3bn pre-tax profit for the first half (+23%) and flagged further AI-led cost savings, while also facing fresh scrutiny after Santander/TSB staff were told to return to the office three days a week from April 2027. Eurozone Profit Momentum: Societe Generale posted record quarterly profit, lifting its 2026 return target as retail banking recovery and tight cost control offset weaker trading. Cyber & Consumer Risk: Researchers say fake N26 support calls are being used to deliver a malicious Android remote access trojan, potentially enabling attackers to take control of banking apps. Asia Banking Moves: IDFC FIRST Bank logged its highest-ever quarterly PAT (Rs 1,075 crore, +132% YoY) and Islami Bank Bangladesh swung to a Tk 1,028 crore loss in April-June. Digital Access: Bank Gaborone launched self-onboarding to open accounts remotely in about 15 minutes. Policy/Markets: The World Gold Council said central banks bought far less gold than first estimated in early 2026, though demand rebounded later.
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