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Japan defense chief visits Philippines to deepen security ties and witness combat exercise

Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi has traveled to the Philippines to witness an international combat drill and conduct talks with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. intended to broaden defense ties between the nations

The Independent UK

HSBC profits worse than forecast after jump in bad debt provisions

The UK lender reported first-quarter pre-tax profits of £9.4 billion US dollars (£6.96 billion), down from 9.5 billion (£7 billion) a year earlier.

Evening Standard

HSBC profits fall amid $400m fraud-related charge and Iran war

London-headquartered bank’s shares slide as it sets aside an extra $300m to cover effects of Middle East conflict

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UK 30-year borrowing costs hit highest since 1998 amid oil price surge and political uncertainty – as it happened

Long-term UK borrowing costs hit 28-year high on expectations of higher inflation, and speculation that local elections could prompt leadership challenge

The Guardian - UK

HSBC profits dip amid credit fraud charges and Iran war

The bank’s revenue was boosted by strong performance in wealth management and the Hong Kong business segment

The Independent UK

HSBC profits fall slightly despite strong wealth and Hong Kong business growth

The bank said the decrease reflected higher expected credit losses and other credit impairment charges.

Evening Standard

Ahead of Palantir Earnings, Here Is What Barchart Options Data Shows for PLTR Stock

Options traders believe Palantir stock will push higher on Q1 earnings today, after market close. But HSBC downgraded PLTR shares to “neutral” heading into the quarterly release.

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Close call tipped as Reserve Bank mulls third rate hike

Traders and economists expect the central bank to raise interest rates for a third straight meeting but high uncertainty could result in another split decision.

AAP

LAC Stock Alert: Why Analysts Are Split on Lithium Americas

Lithium Americas shares have been varying calls from Wall Street analysts. Here’s the bull and bear argument tied to LAC stock currently.

Barchart

Barclay family avoids bankruptcy after deal with HSBC over £143m debt

Bank says it has withdrawn proceedings against former Telegraph owners Aidan and Howard Barclay at high court

The Guardian - UK

Barclays and Tesco Launch New Fuel Cashback: Here's How You Can Avail of It

Barclays and Tesco introduce a limited-time 5% fuel cashback offer for Barclays debit card holders at Tesco stations, aiming to ease rising motoring costs in the UK.

International Business Times UK

Banking Updates: Lloyds Bank, HSBC, NatWest Changes and What They Mean for You

New UK rules require banks to give 90 days' notice and clear reasons before closing accounts, improving fairness and customer protection.

International Business Times UK

HSBC ‘reviewing’ private school perk for bankers in Hong Kong

Hundreds of senior staff in territory benefit from nearly £30,000-a-year grant per child not available to staff in group’s other hubs

The Guardian - UK

HSBC UK will offer British Sign Language training for beginners to its employees

The bank said it believes the initiative will contribute to providing a ‘more inclusive experience’ for staff and customers.

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Wall Street Can’t Seem to Get Enough of Intel Stock

Intel’s stock has climbed over 200% over the past year due to AI-led demand.

The Independent UK

Boost for borrowers as lenders cut rates on new mortgage deals

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The Independent UK

More lenders cut rates in fresh boost to mortgage market

‘Blink and you’ll miss them’, warn brokers on mortgage deals

Evening Standard

Major mortgage lenders set to make more rate reductions after last week’s cuts

Santander and HSBC UK, which both made mortgage rate reductions last week, are making further cuts this week.

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Evening Standard

FTSE 100 falls back amid renewed US-Iran tension

XTB’s Kathleen Brooks said ‘the market mood is very different at the start of the week compared to Friday’.

The Guardian - UK

Bank bosses called to meeting with Reeves over impact of Iran war on UK economy

HSBC, Barclays, Lloyds, NatWest and Santander will this week discuss with chancellor how to limit effects of conflict

AAP

Levi genes on show as Aussies power into sevens semis

A double act from the Levi sisters has powered Australia into the semi-finals of the HSBC SVNS World Championships in Hong Kong.

Evening Standard

Major lenders poised to reduce mortgage rates on Friday in ‘encouraging’ move

Average rates are showing signs of having reached a plateau, according to Moneyfacts.

The Guardian - UK

HSBC says Iran war is hitting confidence as businesses warn over economic risks

Oil-driven inflation is big challenge to world economy, lifting inflation and depressing growth, says bank’s chair

AAP

Top forecaster's dire prediction if Iran war drags on

Australia could enter a recession, with the Reserve Bank raising interest rates a further three times, economists warn as fears of a protracted conflict mount.

Barchart

HSBC Just Double-Upgraded Arm Stock. Does That Make It a Buy Here?

HSBC’s bold double upgrade has reignited the AI bull case for Arm, with sky-high expectations building. Is it worth buying now?

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