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Watson Farley & Williams (“WFW”) advised ACIA Aero Leasing (“ACIA”) on the financing of four ATR 72-600 aircraft in partnership with volofin. The transaction supports ACIA’s continued fleet growth and reflects the strong collaboration between the parties as they expand their aviation financing activities. ACIA is a leading provider of regional aircraft leasing and lease management services, specialising in the ATR and Embraer platforms and supporting operators worldwide. volofin is a specialty finance and alternative asset management firm offering bespoke, structured financing solutions to airlines, lessors and aviation investment firms. The cross-border WFW Aviation team that advised ACIA was led…

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Kazakhstan Materials 9 April 2026 19:09 (UTC +04:00) Photo: UnionPay The total figure was almost entirely composed of debit cards. Credit cards remained at a minimal level, while debit cards with credit limits and prepaid cards recorded no units in circulation. Access to paid information is limited If You already have an account, please log in Subscription to paid content Gain access to all that Trend has to offer, as well as to premium, licensed content via subscription or direct purchase through a credit card. 10 news item 40.00 23.50 20.00 0.00 Buy…

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Keystone Property Finance has reduced its fixed rate buy-to-let (BTL) mortgage pricing by as much as 0.15%. This follows the lender’s decision to reintroduce its fixed rate range last week, a steady broadening of its offering amid ongoing market uncertainty. The week before this, it brought back two-year trackers. Keystone Property Finance said this reflected its “proactive approach” to pricing and gave brokers access to improved rates.  Rates now begin from 3.39% across its standard deals at 70% loan to value (LTV) and 3.44% for specialist deals at the same tier.  For its expat mortgages at 65% LTV, pricing…

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Westpac Banking Corporation recently completed several euro-denominated fixed-income offerings, including a €1.00 billion 3.119% covered bond due January 2, 2031, and two €50.00 million secured issues maturing in 2045 and 2047, alongside resetting the 4.0441% coupon on its GBP 500.00 million floating-rate notes due April 2026. These transactions expand Westpac’s secured wholesale funding base and extend its debt maturity profile, which can influence its capital flexibility and interest expense management. We’ll now examine how Westpac’s latest €1.00 billion covered bond issuance may influence its investment narrative around funding and profitability. Capitalize on the AI infrastructure supercycle with our selection of…

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Several major North American pension systems are maintaining their exposure to private credit investments despite increasing stress within the sector.Among them, the California State Teachers’ Retirement System continues to hold positions in private credit funds, including those managed by Blue Owl Capital Inc.According to LSEG data, the pension giant is also the largest investor in one of Blue Owl’s publicly traded business development companies, Blue Owl Capital Corp.Redemption Pressures Mount Across the SectorAs reported by Reuters, Blue Owl recently limited withdrawals in two of its non-traded BDCs after experiencing record redemption requests.The move reflects a broader trend among BDC managers.As…

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SOME CARD INFO MAY BE OUTDATED This page includes information about these cards, currently unavailable on NerdWallet. The information has been collected by NerdWallet and has not been provided or reviewed by the card issuer. Chase travel credit cards have gained clout within the travel credit card industry for their premium benefits and flexible Ultimate Rewards® program. If you’re in the market for a new travel rewards credit card, here’s what to know about Chase’s suite of options. What are Chase travel credit cards?Chase travel credit cards are designed with travelers’ needs in mind, offering bonus rewards on travel-related spending.…

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Consumers are being cautioned that using ‘buy now, pay later’ (BNPL) services could have an impact on their credit score. Sharing the warning, Citizens Advice explained that the services are credit products. Missing payments could therefore impact your credit score.In an Instagram post, Citizens Advice said: “Buy Now Pay Later services are credit products, and missing payments on them can affect your credit score! Our advice could help if you’re struggling with debt or feeling overwhelmed by your payments.”If you choose to use a BNPL scheme, it’s advised to read the T&C’s. In another social media post, Citizens Advice urged…

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Sensex could climb to 95,000 by December 2026, with Morgan Stanley’s Ridham Desai arguing that a new bull market is taking shape after one of the worst relative performance phases for Indian equities in decades.Morgan Stanley pegs its base-case Sensex target at 95,000 for December 2026, implying about 22% upside from the April 8 close of 77,563, and valuing the index at 23.5 times trailing earnings, slightly above its 25-year average multiple of 22 times. “The market appears set up for a big move,” the report says, noting that trailing 12‑month performance is almost the worst in history while relative…

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Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›Franklin Street Advisors’ increased stake in Carlyle Group reflects confidence in the alternative asset manager’s continued growth and performance.San Diego TodayFranklin Street Advisors Inc. NC, a North Carolina-based investment firm, grew its position in Carlyle Group Inc. (NASDAQ:CG) by 7.6% in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to a recent SEC filing. The firm now owns 724,039 shares of the financial services provider’s stock, valued at approximately $42.8 million. Why it matters Carlyle Group is a major global alternative asset manager, investing across private equity, real assets, credit, and investment solutions. Franklin Street…

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