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Sotiris Kanaris

BVRLA launches roundtables to outline policy positions for 2016

The British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA) has launched a series of roundtables to help shape its policy position in four key areas affecting fleets.

LDF: Barristers still need financial support, despite earnings hike

Pressure on some barristers’ incomes means that many may need financial support at key cash flow crunch points in the year, according to UK finance provider LDF.

ELFA appoints new board of directors, Stephenson chairs

US trade body the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association (ELFA) has announced the board of directors and officers who will serve during the next 12 months.

Grenke Group profit up 24% in first nine months of 2015

Grenke Group – which includes Grenke Leasing, Grenke Factoring and Grenke Bank – has reported net profit of €59.7m, up 24% year-on-year.

Metro Bank loan book hits nearly £3bn in Q3

UK challenger bank Metro Bank has reported that its loan book has reached £2,999m (€4,169m) in the third quarter of 2015.

Investec Asset Finance hosts annual broker conference

Investec Asset Finance’s fourth annual broker conference focused on how brokers can build a successful brand to gain competitive advantage and increase their reach among SMEs.

CIT group to become US commercial bank

US commercial lending and leasing service company CIT announced a series of strategic initiatives that are designed to advance the company’s transition to a US commercial bank.

Econocom revenue up 12% in the first nine months of 2015

European IT and telecoms funder Econocom has reported a €1,585m of revenue in the first nine months of the year, a 12% rise compared to the same period in the previous year.

Vanarama enters leasing market for cars

UK-based commercial vehicle leasing provider Vanarama is to launch a personal and business car leasing service Vanarama Cars.

BFS: small business growth expectations fall to lowest levels since early 2014

UK small business owners and decision-makers will be adopting a cautious approach to capital expenditure, hiring and business growth, according to Bibby Financial Services’ latest SME Confidence Tracker.