All articles by Alejandro Gonzalez
Alejandro Gonzalez
Alejandro Gonzalez has been the Editor of Leasing Life since January 2020.
Italy’s top banks expected to maintain low impaired loan ratios: Fitch Ratings
In 2023, Intesa, UniCredit, Banco BPM, Iccrea, and BPER recorded their lowest impaired loan ratios in over a decade.
Dutch Leasing Association hosts inaugural ‘Women in Leasing’ event with BNP Paribas
Approximately 60 participants convened at the Mobility Hub of Arval in Houten, Utrecht province.
Stokey Plant Hire adds to fleet with support from Paragon Bank
Lender provides an £800,000 finance package to Telford-based business.
BNP Paribas and BPCE announce partnership in payments processing
This collaboration is poised to handle 17 billion transactions annually, covering all card payments from BNP Paribas and Groupe BPCE in Europe.
Novuna Business Finance posts £23.4m pre-tax profits amid soaring costs
The business experienced an 80% increase in funding costs from £36.4 million to £65.6 million in FY23/24.
Cornerstone Finance Group appoints John Maude to lead Midlands strategy
Appointment will enable business to extend its reach beyond Wales and the South West of England into the Midlands area.
Leasing Foundation opens nominations for 2024 ’30 Under 30′ in asset finance
Nominations are open to UK-based asset finance or leasing professionals aged 29 or younger as of 30 September 2024, working for either a lender or a service provider.
Rightward shift in European Parliament threatens green transition financing
Parties sceptical of the EU’s “Green Deal” package of environmental policies, have made significant gains.
SME exports could surge with greater awareness of government GEF scheme
GEF remains relatively unknown and underutilised, particularly in the SME sector, which is its primary target market, Azets said.
Small businesses demand green initiatives ahead of UK General Election
73% of respondents said they want more investment in renewable power to ensure that the majority of the UK’s electricity comes from renewables by 2030.