Tag Archives: NatWest

British Gas Joins Forces with Leading Partners to Pave the Way for Decarbonizing Social Housing

(IN BRIEF) British Gas has joined a consortium with NatWest, Places for People, Sero, and Tallarna to pilot a new approach to decarbonizing up to 1,000 social housing units. The initiative will test financial models that make retrofitting more affordable, … Read the full press release

NatWest Executes £1.1 Billion Securitisation Deal to Boost Renewable Energy Lending

(IN BRIEF) NatWest has completed a £1.1 billion securitisation deal, backed by Nuveen Infrastructure and Christofferson Robb & Company, to increase its lending capacity in the renewable energy sector. The transaction, which provides credit protection for a portfolio of around … Read the full press release

Generative AI Enhances Ask Archie Chatbot for More Efficient Employee Support

(IN BRIEF) We have introduced Generative AI to our Ask Archie chatbot, improving how it answers employee HR queries by delivering more targeted responses and providing easier access to relevant information. This upgrade enables human agents to focus on more … Read the full press release

NatWest and UK Infrastructure Bank Partner with Quickline to Enhance Rural Broadband in Northern England

(IN BRIEF) NatWest and the UK Infrastructure Bank have committed significant financial support to Quickline Communications to enhance broadband connectivity in rural areas of Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. This initiative, part of the UK government’s Project Gigabit, aims to provide full-fibre … Read the full press release

NatWest Group Champions Startup Growth with Expanded Accelerator Initiative

(IN BRIEF) NatWest plans to accept up to 2,500 entrepreneurs into its accelerator program in September, urging business owners seeking growth opportunities to apply. As the largest bank for startups in Great Britain, NatWest Group serves around one in five … Read the full press release

NatWest’s UK Regional Business Activity Shows Growth Despite Employment Challenges

(IN BRIEF) The latest Regional PMI® survey data from NatWest reveals continued growth in business activity across most UK nations and regions in April, with London leading the expansion. Despite this positive trend, employment remains mixed, with only half of … Read the full press release

NatWest Social & Community Capital Adopts Total Impact Investment Approach

(IN BRIEF) NatWest Social & Community Capital (S&CC), a charity funded by NatWest since 1999 to support social enterprises, is launching a new investment policy known as the ‘Total Impact Approach’. This strategy will guide all investments to generate both … Read the full press release

NatWest SME PMI® Tracker Shows UK SMEs Optimistic Amidst Recovery and Sustainable Investment Plans

(IN BRIEF) The latest NatWest SME PMI® Tracker reveals a robust expansion in business activity among UK SMEs during the first quarter of the year, with a Business Activity Index of 52.6 in March, indicating growth. This growth is largely … Read the full press release

Lloyds Banking Group Leads £3 Million Investment in Coadjute to Revolutionize Home Buying Process

(IN BRIEF) Lloyds Banking Group spearheads a £3 million investment in Coadjute, a groundbreaking fintech aimed at streamlining the home buying journey by connecting all stakeholders. Joined by NatWest, Nationwide, and Rightmove, Lloyds’ investment underscores its commitment to leveraging technology … Read the full press release

NatWest Regional PMI® Survey: UK Business Activity Grows, Confidence Improves

(IN BRIEF) The latest NatWest Regional PMI® survey reveals that business activity expanded across most UK regions in February, accompanied by an uptick in business confidence fueled by rising demand. While regions such as London saw robust growth, others like … Read the full press release

Cybersecurity across Europe in the last quarter: Post-Quantum Cryptography, 6G Network and Cloud Security

(IN BRIEF) In the last quarter (1 Dec 2023 – 1 Mar 2024), Europe’s cybersecurity scene was marked by significant strides, with Thales and Ericsson leading initiatives to enhance digital security. Thales’ TrustNest R-Cloud received European Restricted certification, bolstering secure … Read the full press release

HeForShe Initiative Releases Report on Workplace Support for Domestic Violence Survivors

(IN BRIEF) UN Women, with support from the Vodafone Foundation, conducted research under the HeForShe initiative, examining FTSE 100 companies’ support for employees facing domestic violence and abuse. The report, ‘Small Steps, Big Difference’, highlights the importance of workplace support … Read the full press release

NatWest Regional PMI Survey Signals Broad Economic Growth Across UK Regions

(IN BRIEF) The latest NatWest Regional PMI® survey reveals a positive start to the year for most areas of the UK, with business activity expanding across ten out of twelve regions and nations. London and the West Midlands led the … Read the full press release

NatWest and Beauhurst Startup Index Reveals Record Year for UK Entrepreneurship in 2023

(IN BRIEF) The NatWest and Beauhurst Startup Index released today unveils a landmark year for entrepreneurship in the UK, with over 900,000 new companies incorporated, marking a record high. Despite economic challenges such as inflation and operational costs, the surge … Read the full press release

UK Businesses Embracing Open Banking Report Significant Time and Cost Savings

NatWest Survey: UK Regional Business Activity Slows in July 2023, Employment Holds Steady while Inflation Trends Vary

(IN BRIEF) According to a survey by Payit™ by NatWest, two-thirds of larger UK businesses are familiar with open banking, with users reporting an annual time saving of 150 hours compared to non-users. Business leaders utilizing open banking in their … Read the full press release

WWF Report Urges Major Shift in Financing to Support Regenerative Farming in England

NatWest Survey: UK Regional Business Activity Slows in July 2023, Employment Holds Steady while Inflation Trends Vary

(IN BRIEF) A new report by WWF, sponsored by NatWest Group, calls for a fundamental shift in how food and farming are financed and supported in England to facilitate the transition towards regenerative, nature-friendly farming. The report highlights the challenges … Read the full press release

NatWest and BCG Report Highlights £900 Billion Investment Requirement for UK’s Net Zero Energy Supply

NatWest Survey: UK Regional Business Activity Slows in July 2023, Employment Holds Steady while Inflation Trends Vary

(IN BRIEF) NatWest and Boston Consulting Group (BCG) have released a report emphasizing the substantial financial investment needed to achieve a net-zero energy supply in the UK by 2050, estimating the capital expenditure requirement at over £900 billion. This investment … Read the full press release

NatWest Launches ‘All Mod Cons’ Board Game to Educate Families About Scams Ahead of Christmas

(IN BRIEF) NatWest has introduced a unique board game called ‘All Mod Cons’ with the aim of increasing awareness about modern scams and encouraging family discussions about financial security, especially during the festive season. The game, available for 4-6 players, … Read the full press release

NatWest Launches ‘Home Energy Hub’ to Aid UK Homeowners in Sustainability Upgrades

NatWest Survey: UK Regional Business Activity Slows in July 2023, Employment Holds Steady while Inflation Trends Vary

(IN BRIEF) NatWest has introduced the “Home Energy Hub,” a platform designed to help all UK homeowners assess the energy efficiency of their residences and take steps towards sustainable improvements. The platform addresses common challenges faced by homeowners, including finding … Read the full press release

NatWest Enhances Virtual Assistant ‘Cora’ with Generative AI for Improved Customer Engagement

NatWest Survey: UK Regional Business Activity Slows in July 2023, Employment Holds Steady while Inflation Trends Vary

(IN BRIEF) NatWest, in collaboration with IBM, has announced updates to its virtual assistant, Cora, utilizing generative AI to provide customers with an expanded range of information through conversational interactions. This innovation makes NatWest one of the first banks in … Read the full press release