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City A.M. • Aug 14, 2025

Klarna’s losses worsen as provisions jump ahead of IPO

Klarna experienced a significant increase in potential loan loss reserves, which contributed to higher overall losses despite a notable rise in revenue during the second quarter ah...

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CNBC Business • Aug 13, 2025

Weekly mortgage refinancing demand shoots 23% higher, with riskier loans making a comeback

A recent decline in interest rates has led to a substantial rise in refinancing applications, including an increased preference for adjustable-rate mortgages that typically carry h...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 07, 2025

Upstart’s stock takes a mysterious dive after earnings. What’s behind the move.

Investors reacted to unexpected changes in the company’s financials, including increased loan holdings and previously optimistic forecasts, resulting in a notable decline in the st...

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Sydney Morning Herald Biz • Jul 30, 2025

Westpac boss sees case for rate cuts after fall in inflation

The head of Australia’s second-largest bank notes an improvement in loan repayment rates and anticipates potential reductions in interest rates due to recent economic changes.

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Financial Times • Jul 29, 2025

US companies use hot markets to slash borrowing costs on risky loans

In July, corporations capitalized on favorable market conditions to significantly reduce interest expenses on high-yield debt, reflecting increased investor confidence and a notabl...

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CNBC Business • Jul 29, 2025

JPMorgan Chase is nearing a deal to replace Goldman Sachs as Apple Card issuer, sources say

Securing the Apple Card portfolio would enhance JPMorgan Chase’s position in the credit market by significantly increasing its consumer loan assets and expanding its partnership wi...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Jul 29, 2025

SoFi’s stock rises as earnings bring surging loan growth and a number of records

SoFi experienced notable financial improvements, marked by increased loan originations and a substantial rise in new membership, contributing to a positive market response.

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Crypto News • Jul 28, 2025

Is crypto lending making a comeback?

Emerging crypto lending companies are providing short-duration, high-risk loans to previously overlooked clients, revitalizing a market that faced significant downturns last year a...

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Financial Times • Jul 27, 2025

Crypto lenders dial up risk with ‘microfinance on steroids’

The recent surge in digital asset values has encouraged new companies to offer high-risk, small-scale loans, potentially increasing financial instability despite past significant l...

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CoinDesk • Jul 25, 2025

Weekly Recap: Ethereum’s Comeback Summer

JPMorgan’s introduction of cryptocurrency lending services marks a notable development in financial offerings, while concerns from the crypto sector highlight ongoing challenges re...

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CoinDesk • Jul 22, 2025

The Node: JPM’s BTC Lending Play

The increasing use of bitcoin as collateral in lending markets highlights a shift in financial services, potentially influencing credit availability and investment strategies acros...

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Decrypt • Jul 22, 2025

JPMorgan Exploring Loans Backed by Bitcoin, Ethereum: FT

JPMorgan is considering offering loans secured by digital assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum, which could create new financial products and expand lending options for cryptocurrency...

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The Block • Jul 22, 2025

JPMorgan Chase explores lending secured by clients’ cryptocurrencies: FT

JPMorgan Chase is considering new lending options that use digital assets as collateral, marking a potential expansion of its financial services into the emerging cryptocurrency ma...

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The Guardian – Business • Jul 17, 2025

New ‘buy now, pay later’ affordability checks may cover even smallest loans

The Financial Conduct Authority is introducing regulations that could require lenders to assess borrowers' ability to repay all buy now, pay later loans, potentially impacting the...

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Crypto News • Jul 15, 2025

Why Charles Hoskinson’s interest in Emurgo’s Cardano card is a big deal

Charles Hoskinson’s engagement with Emurgo’s Cardano Card highlights its potential to enhance ADA’s ecosystem by integrating financial services like loans, governance, and tokenize...

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Investopedia • Jul 11, 2025

Mortgage Rates Hold Steady, Not Far Above Recent Lows – July 11, 2025

Stable borrowing costs for home loans near previous minimum levels may encourage continued activity in the housing market, influencing both consumer spending and overall economic g...

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The Guardian – Business • Jul 05, 2025

Buy now, pay later loans will now affect US credit scores – what does that mean for consumers?

The inclusion of deferred payment plans in credit evaluations could impact consumers’ borrowing abilities, potentially altering interest rates and overall financial opportunities a...

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The Block • Jun 30, 2025

Crypto lending protocol Maple integrates EtherFi’s weETH as collateral

The collaboration enables eligible users to obtain USDC loans using wrapped EtherFi tokens as security, potentially enhancing borrowing options and providing additional rewards wit...

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Cointelegraph • Jun 27, 2025

Bitcoin loans are back, rewriting the book Celsius burned

The resurgence of cryptocurrency lending reflects increased regulatory measures, yet market fluctuations continue to pose risks of abrupt asset liquidations for borrowers and lende...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Jun 26, 2025

An IPO from a collections company offers a fresh way to profit as consumers struggle

Jefferson Capital’s public offering provides investors an opportunity to gain returns by purchasing distressed consumer debts at reduced prices and restructuring repayments accordi...

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City A.M. • Jun 26, 2025

Profit triples at SME lender Iwoca as loans near £1bn

Iwoca’s pre-tax profit increased significantly to £59.1 million in 2024, reflecting substantial growth in revenue and lending activity focused on small and medium-sized enterprises...

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Crypto News • Jun 25, 2025

Morpho and Gelato launch simple loans using crypto as collateral

The introduction of this platform enables users to access credit by leveraging digital assets, potentially increasing liquidity and expanding financial options within decentralized...

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Investing.com Global Mkts • Jun 25, 2025

Gelato and Morpho Partner To Offer Embedded Crypto-Backed Loans for Wallets, Brokers, and Fintech Ap...

The collaboration enables integrated lending solutions secured by digital assets, potentially expanding access to credit within various financial platforms and enhancing the utilit...

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CNBC Business • Jun 25, 2025

Primary win by pro-rent freeze Mamdani knocks shares of Flagstar bank on NYC market exposure

The election of a candidate supporting rent control raises concerns about possible declines in Flagstar's loan portfolio related to multi-family properties, potentially affecting t...

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City A.M. • Jun 24, 2025

Amazing AI becomes latest Aquis-listed firm to adopt Bitcoin reserve policy

The company’s decision to include cryptocurrency in its treasury strategy reflects a growing trend among Aquis-listed firms, potentially influencing investor interest and impacting...

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Financial Times • Jun 22, 2025

Canadian export agency hit by £350mn loss on loans to Thames Water

The substantial financial setback experienced by the Canadian export agency, amounting to over half of its loaned funds, reflects the inherent risks involved in international lendi...

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City A.M. • Jun 17, 2025

Simply: Fintech SME lender expands loan book as firms turn to debt finance

The increase in lending by the UK-based fintech company highlights a growing reliance on borrowed capital by small and medium businesses to support their growth initiatives through...

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The Guardian – Business • Jun 15, 2025

Ofwat should have to approve water firms’ bonuses and dividends, say MPs

MPs have raised concerns that water companies are using customer funds to distribute executive bonuses and shareholder profits, suggesting that regulatory oversight should be requi...

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The Guardian – Business • Jun 15, 2025

Thames Water must be held to account | Letters

The financial implications involve potential asset seizures from those benefiting financially through environmental harm, highlighting concerns about regulatory failures and priori...

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Cointelegraph • Jun 15, 2025

Bitcoin-backed loans open the real estate market to crypto-rich, tax-free

Crypto asset owners are leveraging loans secured by their digital holdings to invest in property, enabling them to access real estate funds without triggering taxable events or liq...

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