Banks

CaixaBank joins SWIFT’s global push, linking Bizum, PayID and Pix to cross‑border payments for faster, consumer‑friendly money transfers.

Nordea Bank’s quiet week reveals a 20% shareholder stake, vague tech‑investment plans and steady capital ratios—an insider view on its cautious growth strategy.

Westpac’s 2026 capital note dividend plan shows steady, fully franked payouts at ~5.5%—a sign of strong liquidity, regulatory compliance, and a potential edge for risk‑averse investors.

How AI capital spend reshapes credit risk: Learn why early AI projects inflate debt spreads, regulatory impacts, and strategies for investors to manage cash flow and risk.

Westpac’s fully franked, BBSW‑linked dividends on perpetual capital notes offer tax‑efficient, stable yields, supporting capital adequacy and investor confidence.

Explore NAB’s FY24 performance: balanced NII growth, fee‑based gains, tech‑driven cost cuts, strong capital, and a forward‑looking digital strategy.

Explore Lloyds Banking Group’s September 2026 share‑buyback: £64.6 m spent below market price, boosting EPS, liquidity, and regulatory confidence.

Federal Reserve’s $1T ESR threshold boost lets US Bancorp grow credit and M&A plans while easing capital burdens—read how banks can capitalize on the shift.

How Lloyds’ tokenised deposit pilot could reshape banking—examining tech, risks, and real consumer impact.

Explore BMO’s new senior medium‑term, autocallable notes linked to high‑growth tech stocks like NVIDIA and Tesla—hybrid income with capped upside, tailored for savvy investors.