Lloyds Bank and BlackRock partner to offer retail access to select ETFs- ETF Quicklist

October 3, 2023--Lloyds Bank has partnered with BlackRock to create a shortlist of iShares ETFs for its customers, offering easy access to a small range of funds.
Clients will be able to access the ETFs with no trading fees if they set up a regular investment plan, which can be opened from just £20 per month.

The ETF Quicklist includes 16 ETFs to help investors create the basic building blocks of an investment portfolio, spanning a range of regional equity exposures, bonds and thematics. The shortlist can be accessed via a share dealing account or an ISA. Investing in the ETFs without a regular investment plan will carry a £20 semi-annual admin fee, alongside an £11 dealing fee. BlackRock expands range of iBonds ETFs in UK Manuel Parda...

ESAs warn of risks from economic and geopolitical events

September 10, 2024--The three European Supervisory Authorities (EBA, EIOPA and ESMA-ESAs) today issued their Autumn 2024 Joint Committee Report on risks and vulnerabilities in the EU financial system. The Report underlines ongoing high economic and geopolitical uncertainties.