AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoIndia Strike Watch: Bank unions deferred a planned three-day nationwide strike (Sept 28-30) after assurances from the Indian Banks’ Association, with a high-level IBA-UFBU committee to review remaining Saturday holidays and talks on the PLI scheme; banks are set to function normally on Monday, easing fears over salary and branch services. Kenya Banking Law: CBK and banks are in talks to overhaul the Banking Act amid a loan-rate approval standoff, as Section 44 requires Treasury Cabinet Secretary sign-off—an issue driving court uncertainty. UK Branch Cuts: Lloyds confirmed 23 branch closures in October (with more in November), citing shifting customer behavior toward mobile banking and directing everyday services to nearby Post Office/PayPoint locations. Wealth & Regulation: HSBC Private Bank’s CEO says private bankers must pair tech with human judgment to manage client anxiety in volatile markets. Switzerland M&A Signals: Reports say multiple foreign banks are interested in combining with UBS as tougher capital rules loom. Bangladesh Payments: Bangladesh Bank set timelines for resolving Bangla QR disputes, including real-time/30-minute refunds when transactions fail.
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