All articles by Alejandro Gonzalez

AI Opportunities Action Plan: what can we learn from financial services?

Backed by leading tech firms, the plan seeks to drive business growth and innovation across sectors, as the finance industry leads the way in harnessing AI for fraud detection, forecasting, and customer service, writes Stuart Wilkie, Head of Commercial Finance at Anglo Scottish

FLA calls for reform of FOS

FLA urges root and branch reform of FOS’ remit and approach to conflict resolution

Russian leasing sector braces for a tough 2025

The Russian leasing market saw modest growth in 2024, driven by large corporate deals. However, high interest rates, international sanctions, and declining retail demand are set to weigh on the sector in 2025, writes Eugene Gerden,

Grenke and Intesa Sanpaolo unveil partnership

Grenke AG and Intesa Sanpaolo join forces to accelerate growth and expand market share in Italy’s leasing sector.

ROSCO shake-up: how Labour’s rail plans could reshape the leasing market

Labour’s rail nationalisation plan stops short of overhauling the rolling stock companies that lease train engines and carriages to railway operators, but Eurofima could challenge their grip on the sector.

The Leasing Foundation names Coach Core as charity partner for 2025

Charity uses sports and apprenticeships to help young adults overcome discrimination and limited opportunities.

Metro Bank joins Lumia in bid to enhance asset finance transparency

Platform aims to combat fraudulent borrowing through industry collaboration and real-time data sharing.

KKR to acquire Dawsongroup

finmid expands SME financing to eight new European markets

Expansion strengthens support for B2B platforms and small businesses across Europe.

UK Company Insolvencies decline, but challenges persist

Experts warn of financial pressures despite a drop in insolvency numbers