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Hidden sting for Bank of Ireland mortgage customers

BoI has used contract small print to substantially raise the interest rates of some of its base-rate tracker mortgages. BoI told customers that the cost of funding mortgages has increased due to higher capital requirements. This move risks customer upset and reputational damage. Competitors with a similar opportunity should raise capital through less controversial routes.

Published By Datamonitor
07 Mar 2013
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Dreams wakes up to brighter future with Sun

Sun European Partners has acquired Dreams for GBP35m in a pre-pack administration deal, with plans to keep 171 of its 264 stores. This deal marks the end of what has been a very turbulent period for the retailer and gives it a platform from which to drive sales growth again.

Published By Datamonitor
07 Mar 2013
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Compact SUVs showcased at Geneva International Motor Show as consumer appeal drives sales growth

The Geneva International Motor Show will run from March 7 to 17 and is set to be dominated by the release of several new models in the small SUV segment, with Citroen, Ford, Peugeot, and Renault all using the show to launch their latest small SUV models. Compact SUVs are one of the few opportunities for growth in the UK automotive market due to their increasing popularity with consumers.

Published By Datamonitor
06 Mar 2013
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RSA is serious about renewable energy insurance

RSA, the second largest insurer in commercial lines in the UK, has increasingly shown its interest in and support for the renewable energy sector in the country, indicating its increasing role in redressing the economy. RSA's approach highlights the growth potential in this sector, and suggests that other insurers should start looking into renewables early on to build their expertise.

Published By Datamonitor
06 Mar 2013
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Nationwide lays down account switching gauntlet

Datamonitor's 2012 Financial Services Consumer Insight Survey results indicate that UK consumers are more attracted by competitive interest rates than cash bonuses when opening a new current account. Nationwide's offer of 5% interest on balances will therefore attract customers, particularly given the collapse of rates on savings accounts.

Published By Datamonitor
04 Mar 2013
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Centrica results attract criticism again but there is a bigger picture

Centrica's 2012 results, incorporating British Gas, have caused a political furor in the UK. Are power and gas companies really making excessive profits compared to other essential services? And should the government act on one of the most obvious policy solutions?

Published By Datamonitor
04 Mar 2013
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FSA banking on new entrants

The FSA has revealed plans to allow new entrants to start off with half the capital buffer required of high street banks. The move will help new entrants compete more effectively with established players once they launch.

Published By Datamonitor
01 Mar 2013
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Sports Direct's Mike Ashley buys Republic, with more fashion acquisitions expected

Sports Direct's successful bid offers majority owner Mike Ashley the opportunity to diversify and grow the business beyond the sports sector. Acquiring fashion-focused brands and retailers is a quick way of doing this, and is cost-effective when they are cheap.

Published By Datamonitor
01 Mar 2013
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UK Gas Generation Strategy fails to reassure investors, part two

On February 13, 2013 the UK House of Commons Energy and Climate Change Committee heard witnesses discuss whether the government's Gas Generation Strategy has provided any certainty to investors. Datamonitor has already cited the lack of clarity perceived by industry and wider stakeholders, and now provides further comment on the issues addressed in the session, including CCS, CHP, and biogas.

Published By Datamonitor
01 Mar 2013
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Ofgem sounds warning shot over non-domestic smart meter rollout

Ofgem issued a letter to suppliers on February 28, 2013 providing a high level update on rollout progress, and some comments regarding compliance, with the advanced meter obligation covering larger electricity sites with meter profiles 5-8 and gas sites with annual consumption of between 732MWh and 58.6GWh.

Published By Datamonitor
28 Feb 2013

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