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High street banks in the UK are offering significant bonuses to current account customers who switch to their services, with certain customers eligible for up to £500, particularly from Lloyds, Barclays, and Santander.

Brazil experienced a current account deficit of US$ 8.36 billion in January, exceeding expert predictions.

Lloyds Bank has raised concerns about the timing of a £250 payment to customers who switch their accounts, reminding them of specific requirements for eligibility.

The Greek tourism sector achieved record earnings of 23.6 billion euros in 2025, reflecting a significant increase from the previous year.

The IMF has issued a significant warning to China regarding its economic policies, stating that they are detrimental not only to China itself but also to other countries worldwide.

Former Olympic-level speed skater Alexandra Ianculescu has transitioned to a role as the English-language announcer at the Milan-Cortina Games, utilizing her OnlyFans account for funding her current pursuits.

Goldman Sachs has raised its forecast for China's current account surplus in 2026 to 4.3% of GDP, supported by record trade figures in the last quarter.

The current account of the balance of payments in the Czech Republic recorded a surplus of 57.8 billion crowns last year.

Tens of thousands of Nationwide Building Society members received financial bonuses, contributing to a significant increase in current account switches.

The Senate has initiated a constitutional amendment to boost the Federal Government's share of revenue from the Federation Account, citing the inadequacy of the current allocation formula and ongoing discussions about fiscal federalism.

Researchers from Tallinn University of Technology highlight that current rigid safety models fail to account for the uncertainties at sea, contributing to an increase in maritime accidents despite technological advancements.

The Göttingen Regional Court has mandated Sparkasse Göttingen to provisionally continue the current account for the leftist association Rote Hilfe, ruling that the cancellation was unlawful.

Lloyds Bank is clarifying the steps for customers to receive a £250 bonus by switching to one of their current accounts before an impending deadline.

Lloyds Bank is urging customers to check their inbox for details on qualifying for a £250 bonus by switching their current accounts to specific Club Lloyds accounts.

TSB has launched a current account switching incentive by offering customers up to £200 in cash to encourage account transfers.

Savers are warned that opening multiple current accounts for incentives may lead to unintended consequences in managing their finances.

The current rate for the popular French savings account Livret A is set at 1.7%, which may drop to between 1.4% and 1.5% in February due to slowing inflation.

A warning has been issued to UK households holding over £5,001 in current accounts, as more than 12 million of these accounts are yielding 1% or less in interest.

Greece has saved 2.2 billion euros through a reduction in its current account deficit, with an optimistic economic outlook for 2025 highlighted in a recent report by the Bank of Greece.