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UBS Profit Dips 16% in Q3 Amid Negative Rates
Financial Performance

UBS Profit Dips 16% in Q3 Amid Negative Rates

“Low and persistent negative interest rates and expectations of further monetary easing will adversely affect net interest income," the bank says.
By Matthew Heller | October 22, 2019
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Credit Suisse to Charge Clients for Large Deposits
Credit & Capital

Credit Suisse to Charge Clients for Large Deposits

Switzerland's second largest bank is following the lead of competitors in response to the country's monetary policy.
By Matthew Heller | October 21, 2019
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ECB Stimulus: Good for Loan Volumes, Bad for Profits
The Economy

ECB Stimulus: Good for Loan Volumes, Bad for Profits

Bankers say the European Central Bank's stimulus is leading to more loans but is also cutting into profitability.
By Matthew Heller | April 19, 2016
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Moody’s Questions Success of Negative Rates
The Economy

Moody’s Questions Success of Negative Rates

The ratings agency says the 'ultra-loose monetary policy' in Sweden 'risks leading to an (ultimately unsustainable) asset bubble.'
By Matthew Heller | March 21, 2016
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Eurozone Growth Slows for 2nd Straight Month
The Economy

Eurozone Growth Slows for 2nd Straight Month

Markit's purchasing managers index for February increases the odds that the European Central Bank will impose more stimulus measures in March.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | February 22, 2016
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