The Royal Bank of Scotland

Small Banks: Bank Free or Die
The Economy

Small Banks: Bank Free or Die

The opening of a new bank in America provides hope that more will follow.
By Economist Staff | July 24, 2015
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Nomura, RBS Facing $800M Penalty in Securities Fraud Case
Risk & Compliance

Nomura, RBS Facing $800M Penalty in Securities Fraud Case

The FHFA said two-thirds of the mortgage loans underlying securities the banks sold had underwriting defects.
By Matthew Heller | May 12, 2015
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Regulators Reject ‘Living Will’ Plans of Three Banks
Risk Management

Regulators Reject ‘Living Will’ Plans of Three Banks

BNP Paribas, HSBC, and Royal Bank of Scotland are told to resubmit their plans by the end of the year.
By Matthew Heller | March 24, 2015
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RBS to Take $6B Goodwill Hit
M&A

RBS to Take $6B Goodwill Hit

Royal Bank of Scotland writes down the value of Citizens Financial in an admission it overpaid for the U.S. bank and subsequent bolt-on deals.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | February 20, 2015
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S&P Kicks Off European Bank Downgrades
Risk

S&P Kicks Off European Bank Downgrades

The EU's bank-resolution law, which requires creditors to take losses before the government steps in, will lead to more ratings actions.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | February 4, 2015
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Jobs Growth Cooled in August
The Economy

Jobs Growth Cooled in August

After weeks of relatively strong economic reports and employment gains, hiring by U.S. businesses slowed last month.
By Iris Dorbian | September 5, 2014
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