Virgin Money faces potential shareholder revolt over £2.9bn Nationwide deal May 14, 2024 Virgin Money shareholders could be getting a better deal as part of the £2.9bn takeover bid from Nationwide, analysts have said ahead of a vote on the offer next week.
Virgin Money reports ‘subdued market’ for mortgage lending as higher rates put off borrowers May 14, 2024 Virgin Money has reported lending growth across its target areas but a downtick in mortgage balances as it prepares for a mega merger with Nationwide.
How long-term mortgages could help solve the UK housing crisis May 10, 2024 Short-term mortgages are great for some, but their prevalence is exacerbating challenges for first-time buyers, writes Elliot Reader.
Mortgage lending growth set to double next year as inflation eases and rate cuts loom May 9, 2024 UK mortgage lending growth is set to more than double in 2025, according to a major economic forecasting group, as inflation eases and the Bank of England is expected to cut interest rates this year.
UK construction activity recovers despite housebuilding struggles May 7, 2024 Of all the sub-sectors, activity in the commercial sector increased at the fastest pace with a score of 53.9.
Charles Tyrwhitt’s sales success sees The White Company owner pass £500m May 1, 2024 The group behind The White Company has seen its turnover surge past £500m thanks to the success of menswear brand Charles Tyrwhitt, it has been revealed.
Takeover bids, millionaire CEOs and angry members: Building societies are looking a lot like the big banks May 1, 2024 Runaway profits, big-ticket acquisitions and bumper executive pay rises, Britain's building societies are starting to look a lot like banks.
UK house prices drop due to ‘affordability pressures’ and soaring mortgage costs May 1, 2024 Nationwide's latest House Price Index showed that while the cost of property fell month-on-month, the annual rate of change slowed too.
Lloyds, HSBC, Barclays and Natwest results show consumer strength amid higher rates April 30, 2024 Barclays, Natwest and Lloyds reported first quarter results last week while HSBC updated investors this morning.
Santander UK profit slides amid mortgage price war and rate cut expectations April 30, 2024 Santander UK has reported a 29 per cent slump in profit as the boost from higher interest rates fades and a fiercely competitive mortgage market forces it to offer better deals to customers.