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The UK's top 50 asset finance lenders have been identified in the latest Asset Finance 50 UK Report, available to download now at https://lnkd.in/eTUSvGbH Published in association with ASSET FINANCE POLICY LIMITED, the 2024 Asset Finance 50 UK Report includes Asset Finance Connect's ranking of the top 50 lenders by net investment in business equipment leasing. The report also features commentary from industry leaders and highlights the UK's fastest growing lenders along with key industry performance measures including analysis of the shift from bank owned to independent finance providers. A wide range of experts from across the industry set out the changes they see ahead in the AF50UK 2024 long-term plan for the asset finance industry. To review the exclusive insights in this year’s edition, download your copy today at https://lnkd.in/eTUSvGbH

DLL, a global vendor finance company, has introduced its new and improved Equipment Showroom. The platform showcases used equipment from across the globe and gives customers a seamless buying experience, with options to buy and bid on pre-owned, end of lease equipment assets. Find out more at: https://lnkd.in/e9GEN_QS

The British Business Bank, the UK’s economic development bank, has appointed Leandros Kalisperas as its first Chief Investment Officer, with responsibility for all of the Bank’s investment activities. Further, to facilitate the creation of the new British Growth Partnership, the Bank has established a new entity, BBB Patient Capital Advisory Services, and Ian Connatty has been appointed as its first Managing Partner, leading its regulated investment advisory and fundraising activities. Find out more at: https://lnkd.in/eJuiM-fb

Plans to introduce higher fees for claim management companies (CMCs) bringing consumer cases to the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) have moved a step closer, in a bid to deter frivolous applications and improve outcomes for consumers, at the same time as some predictions suggest the recent Court of Appeal ruling on commission disclosure opens the door for a surge in compensation claims against lenders. Find out more at: https://lnkd.in/e25fy3qa

The Board of Directors of Natixis, under the chairmanship of Nicolas Namias, announced significant leadership changes to take effect on January 1, 2025. Mohamed Kallala has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Natixis, while Philippe Setbon will assume the role of Deputy Chief Executive Officer. Find out more at: https://lnkd.in/eMwxE5fV #newappointments

8th November – 18 Days to Go! | Next Generation 🌟 NEXT GENERATION WORKSHOP 🌟 Calling all young leaders and professionals! Join the Next Generation Workshop, in association with The Leasing Foundation, at the AFC UK Autumn Conference. A participative session including a panel discussion followed by roundtable discussions among all participants. Hear our panel’s opinions on change and innovation, and progression and development; tell us your thoughts on what you want to achieve in your career and what you need to succeed; and build your professional network with other next-gen participants in this session. 🗓️ 26th November, County Hall, London 💼 Spaces limited! 🔗 To register for the Next Gen Workshop, email Louise Clavey at louiseclavey@assetfinanceconnect.com #AFCUKConference2024 #AssetFinance #18DayCountdown #NextGeneration #Workshop #careerdevelopment #careerprogression 

Alexandra McWilliams and Lauren McQuilken, leaders of the #NextGen network of The Leasing Foundation, have a mission to help build an industry which is the destination of choice for the next generation of talented, career-minded young individuals across the UK. They’re looking to identify key action points for the Leasing Foundation’s next-gen team. The AFC Next Generation Workshop, in association with the Leasing Foundation, features an engaging participative session with a panel discussion and interactive roundtable conversations for all participants. Tickets are available for our Next Generation delegates at the reduced rate of £120 plus VAT and allow all-day attendance to the AFC UK Autumn Conference. If you have any queries or require further details about the Next Generation session, please contact Lisa Laverick at lisalaverick@assetfinanceconnect.com. To book your young talent into the Next Gen event at the reduced price of £120 plus VAT per ticket, please contact Louise Clavey at louiseclavey@assetfinanceconnect.com. Find out more at: https://lnkd.in/e_NwBjKv

Groupe Crédit Agricole S.A. delivered robust financial results for the third quarter and the first nine months of 2024, confirming its income target for the year. The bank’s strong performance highlights its continued growth trajectory and reinforces its commitment to serving customers and driving economic support. Find out more at: https://lnkd.in/ec5g-ybP CA Auto Bank Credit Agricole Leasing & Factoring #Q3 #financialresults

The used car market grew by 4.3% between July and September, marking the seventh successive quarter of year-on-year growth, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Find out more at: https://lnkd.in/eZseuKEC #evs #usedcars #goinggreen

Stephen Bassett takes a first look at some of the ramifications of the Court of Appeal’s recent, and unexpected, ruling, and considers how the industry might respond. Read his insights here: https://lnkd.in/eh6kvmEW The Guild of Business Finance Professionals #commissiondisclosure