Squeezing the banks

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There are plans for the British Post Office to provide banking services for poorer people.

Post Office

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Passing on the risks: banks are making increasing use of a new type of derivative to reduce their exposure to the oldest of all financial risks

Article Abstract:

More banks are using credit derivatives to reduce the risks of losing money on the loans and bonds they underwrite. The derivatives improve liquidity for the banks. Their use is becoming more accepted after the derivatives debacles with Gibson Greetings and Procter & Gamble.

Credit Mgmt NEC, Analysis, Securities, Derivatives (Financial instruments), Credit management

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Mistaken identity: State Street

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State Street is enjoying success in the 1990s while other US banks struggle, due to its foresight in venturing into information management. Since the 1970s, State Street has moved into lucrative businesses such as investing and shifted away from traditional bank operations.

State Street Bank and Trust Co., Carter, Marshall

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