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Big banks are wary of hasty bets on LatAm rate cuts

  Bloomberg As many investors pivot to strategies that profit from a drop in interest rates in Latin America, some big banks are warning that it’s too early to declare victory over inflation. Bank of America Corp (BofA) said rates in the region may stay high for longer than markets are expecting, and it’s worth holding onto positions that benefit ...

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MUFG inches closer to buy two home credit lending units in Asia

Bloomberg Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc. is in advanced talks to acquire consumer lender Home Credit’s assets in Indonesia and the Philippines, according to people familiar with the matter. MUFG, as Japan’s biggest lender is known, has emerged as the likeliest buyer for the businesses after outbidding other rivals, the people said, asking not to be identified because the matter ...

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Four-day week is ‘future of working life’, says Atom Bank

  Bloomberg Six months after switching to a four-day working week, the UK’s Atom Bank said it has seen benefits from talent retention to improved productivity. There was a 49% increase in job applications at the bank in January 2022 compared to a year ago, while staff retention rates have also risen, according to a press release on Wednesday. Days ...

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