Every DWP benefit payment rising in April 2026 from Universal Credit to PIP
Benefit payments from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) in the UK are set to rise in April 2026, reflecting an increase in inflation rates.
The banking sector commits to granting more loans
In Mexico, the banking sector has pledged to increase private sector credit from 38% to 45% by 2030, as emphasized by the President of the Mexican Banking Association at the opening of the 89th Banking Convention.
Sheinbaum asks bankers to increase financing
President Claudia Sheinbaum urged bankers to boost credit to support a new investment law for infrastructure.
Sheinbaum, before Mexican bankers: 'We need you to give even more to the country'
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum urged bankers to increase credit provision to stimulate enterprise and investment during the Banking Convention in Cancun.
‘It has a lot to give to the country’: Sheinbaum and banks agree to increase credit to 45% of GDP
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and the Association of Banks of Mexico have agreed to raise bank financing from 38% to 45% of GDP to stimulate national development.
The behavior of President Karol Nawrocki will increase Poland's debt
The article discusses how political disputes among key government bodies affect Poland's public finances and creditworthiness.
Government has placed more than $1 billion in public bank credits
Ecuador's government reports an increase in public bank credit disbursements, reaching $1.048 billion in early 2026, reflecting positive economic growth.
BNDES has record recurring profit of R$ 15.2 billion in 2025
The Brazilian National Bank for Economic and Social Development (BNDES) reported a record recurring profit of R$ 15.2 billion for 2025, marking a significant increase from the previous year and reflecting strong credit activity in the economy.
BNDES report shows an increase of 1,502.2% in approvals for innovation projects in SP
The BNDES reports a staggering 1,502.2% increase in credit approvals for innovation projects in São Paulo for the period 2023-2025 compared to 2019-2022.
DWP benefits increasing from April, full list of every new payment including PIP
Benefits from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will increase starting in April, impacting millions of individuals on various state benefits.
Fitch affirms Qatar's credit rating at 'AA' with a stable outlook
Fitch Ratings has confirmed Qatar's long-term foreign currency rating at 'AA' with a stable outlook, citing the country’s strong balance sheet and its plans to significantly increase LNG production as key factors.
Banco Provincia brought all its financial products to Expoagro 2026
Banco Provincia showcased its financial products at Expoagro 2026, emphasizing credit offers for agricultural machinery and reporting a significant increase in pre-loan applications.
Pensioners on Attendance Allowance or PIP may be due extra £344 every month from April
Pensioners receiving Attendance Allowance or PIP could see an increase of £344 in their monthly benefits starting in April due to adjustments in Pension Credit rates.
DWP faces 'meaningful difference' calls over £15 change affecting millions of claimants
The UK DWP is urged to increase payment amounts in the Cold Weather Payments scheme, which supports millions of benefit recipients during winter.
"Wake-up call" from Deutsche Bank regarding risks for the private credit sector
Deutsche Bank has reported a 6% increase in its private credit portfolio but warns of potential risks associated with the sector.
'Fluctuating Stock Prices' Increase Forced Liquidations for Debt Investors... Financial Supervisory Service Warns of Investment Risks
The head of South Korea's Financial Supervisory Service has urged investors to be cautious amid increasing market volatility and risks associated with credit trading.
Caixa's profit rises 10.4% to R$ 15.5 billion in 2025
Caixa Econômica Federal reported a record recurring net profit of R$ 15.5 billion in 2025, marking a 10.4% increase from the previous year.
Banks disburse N36.4 trillion to trade sector amid rate cuts
Nigerian banks extended N36.39 trillion in credit to the trade sector in the first nine months of 2025, indicating a modest increase amid calls for more private sector funding.
Bank Credit in Dollars Grows Again and Reaches Records
Bank credit in US dollars in Argentina has reached record levels, exceeding US$20 billion, with a significant increase during Javier Milei's administration.
JPMorgan: Sees parallels with the global crisis of 2008 – 'Some are making foolish moves to increase revenue'
Jamie Dimon, the head of JPMorgan Chase & Co., warns that current trends in the financial industry could lead to a crisis similar to that of 2008, as heightened competition pushes some players to make unwise decisions.
Major banks negotiate measures to increase the responsibility of smaller institutions after the Master crisis
Major Brazilian banks are seeking regulatory changes to hold smaller financial institutions accountable after the Master bank crisis led to significant financial losses and institutional failures.
Linked to Master, Credcesta reached 2.7 million loan contracts and has a pattern of failures, says INSS
Documents from the INSS indicate a significant increase in the benefit of credit loans from Banco Master distributed by Credcesta, highlighting concerns over compliance.
BIK forecasts that we will borrow 20% more this year for housing purposes
The Polish Credit Information Bureau forecasts a 20% increase in housing loans in 2026, driven by lower interest rates and economic growth.
DWP new Universal Credit payment rates from April 2026 - full list
The Department for Work and Pensions has announced new Universal Credit payment rates effective April 2026, which will increase above inflation for the standard allowance.
Santander Mexico raises its profit by 12.3% in 2025, due to credit and income growth
Santander Mexico reported a profit of 32,364 million pesos for the past year, marking a 12.3% increase from the previous year, driven by strong credit placements and an 8.4% rise in financial margin.
High Indebtedness Drives Sale of Delinquent Portfolios by Banks
The sale of delinquent credit portfolios reached R$ 34 billion in 2025, a 21.4% increase compared to 2024, indicating a growing market driven by high levels of debt.
Banks earned a lot last year
Norwegian banks reported an after-tax profit of 99.5 billion NOK for the previous year, an increase of 7 billion NOK from the year before, with a rise in net interest income and total credit losses.
Development bank asks banks to 'renounce profits' to boost credit for SMEs
Roberto Lazzeri, director general of Nacional Financiera and Bancomext, urged banks to increase credit placement for Small and Medium Enterprises, even if it means sacrificing some profits.
Greek Banking Association: Housing loans jumped 46.3% in 2025 - Double-digit increase in consumer credit
The Greek Banking Association reported a significant increase in housing loans by 46.3% in 2025, with about 45,000 households securing new loans and a total of €2.509 billion granted to small businesses.
Clive Palmer suggests Steven Bannon hoped to ‘increase influence’ by claiming credit for 2019 election ads
Clive Palmer denies that Steve Bannon helped direct his 2019 election advertising, claiming that Bannon's texts in the Epstein files were an attempt to enhance his own influence.
DWP Universal Credit changes coming in April 2026 - what you need to know
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is set to implement significant changes to Universal Credit in April 2026, including an increase in the standard allowance and cuts to the health element.
Credit to families registers the largest increase since 2008
In 2025, credit to households in Spain grew at its fastest pace since 2008, primarily driven by an increase in mortgage lending.
Personal bankruptcies are rapidly increasing. Last year there were the most since 2021, according to a study
In 2025, Czech courts declared 15,445 personal bankruptcies, marking a 12% increase from the previous year and the highest number since 2021, according to an analysis by CRIF – Czech Credit Bureau.
Crédit Agricole exceeds 20% of Bpm. ECB approval received
Crédit Agricole has received the European Central Bank's permission to increase its stake in Banco Bpm to over 20%, as noted in their official statement.
Millions set to see boost in DWP Universal Credit payments
From April 2026, millions of UK households will experience an increase in Universal Credit payments, affecting approximately 7.5 million recipients.
Married pensioners could boost income by £4,300
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) aims to encourage more married pensioners to claim Pension Credit, which could increase their income by an average of £4,300.
Credit to families grows by 4.26% in November, its biggest increase in 17 years
In November, family credit surged by 4.26% compared to the same month last year, reaching a total of 723.66 billion euros, marking the largest year-on-year rise since December 2008.
All the DWP Universal Credit changes coming in 2026 including new payment rates
Significant changes to Universal Credit in 2026 will affect over eight million claimants in the UK, including an increase in the standard allowance.
Santander enters the European defense funding plan with 4.5 billion
The European Investment Bank and Banco Santander have signed an agreement to facilitate access to credit for security and defense investments in Europe, aiming to increase the continent's autonomy amidst global geopolitical instability.