All articles by Alejandro Gonzalez
Alejandro Gonzalez
Alejandro Gonzalez has been the Editor of Leasing Life since January 2020.
European banks hit peak NiMs: Fitch
Profitability is projected to remain well above 2022 levels despite interest rate cuts by the European Central Bank.
Incoming gov’t faces tough task to stabilise economy amid SME struggles: Phillipou
Despite early optimism in 2024, SMEs have faced a challenging first half of the year, highlighting the urgent need for the incoming government to implement stabilising policies, writes John Phillipou, the MD of Paragon Bank’s SME Lending division
Positive outlook for the US ABL market despite regulatory concerns
Survey noted that weaker-than-expected consumer spending and declining business inventories contributed to just 1.3% growth in Q1.
UK General Election 2024: party policies under scrutiny as poll date nears
As the general election on July 4th approaches, political parties are pitching their solutions. While leasing hasn’t been explicitly mentioned, Labour’s review of business taxation could offer initial steps towards its inclusion in the full expensing regime. Jeremy Weltman reports.
Leasing Foundation Summer Party announced
This year Foundation will launch its inaugural Charity Awards.
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UK SMEs poised for growth amid easing inflation, but funding challenges persist
Top investment priorities for SMEs include scaling up production (31%), increasing headcount (34%) within the next 12 months.
Leasing companies in West Bank and Gaza to benefit from €25.9m in green loans
West Bank and Gaza Trust Fund is sponsored by the Palestinian Authority and the Government of Japan, with participation from the World Bank.
Italy’s top banks expected to maintain low impaired loan ratios: Fitch Ratings
In 2023, Intesa, UniCredit, Banco BPM, Iccrea, and BPER recorded their lowest impaired loan ratios in over a decade.
Dutch Leasing Association hosts inaugural ‘Women in Leasing’ event with BNP Paribas
Approximately 60 participants convened at the Mobility Hub of Arval in Houten, Utrecht province.
Stokey Plant Hire adds to fleet with support from Paragon Bank
Lender provides an £800,000 finance package to Telford-based business.