Lloyds Banking Share Discussion Threads

[k38] 18/2/2020 13:26

Stop crying... you are lucky you don't live in Europe.

[minerve 2] 18/2/2020 12:53

"Pay now above pre-crisis levels in real terms."

Oh, it's only taken c12 years. LOL

[minerve 2] 18/2/2020 12:53

"Brexit has paved the way for familiar Brit involvement in the continuous growth story of countries fast loosing their third world economic ranking"

In English.

[patientcapital] 18/2/2020 12:50

Pay now above pre-crisis levels in real terms.

[xxxxxy] 18/2/2020 12:47

Put 10 economists in a room and come out with a 100 different opinions.

[k38] 18/2/2020 12:46

Wages rise. Weekly pay reached £512 in the three months to December. .In Europe Monthly salaries are... 450 to 500 euro max.

[k38] 18/2/2020 12:42

Unemployment down at a 45 year low... while in Europe still going up.

[xxxxxy] 18/2/2020 12:42

?The big news today comes after David Frost's lecture last night at the Université libre de Bruxelles, in which he set out the UK's vision for its desired future Canada-style relationship with the EU.Frost dismissed the idea that EU courts would have a role in future trade disputes and said that "It is central to our vision that we must have the ability to set laws that suit us - to claim the right that every other non-EU country in the world has", sending out a clear message on the UK's vision moving forward.The EU also wants the UK to sign up to strict rules on fair and open competition. This is to ensure that  if the UK gains tariff-free access to the bloc's market that it cannot use this to undercut competition. However, Frost asked "How would you feel if the UK demanded that, to protect ourselves, the EU dynamically harmonise with our national laws set in Westminster and the decisions of our own regulators and courts?" saying that it would 'compromise the EU's sovereign legal order' and thus the same is true for the UK.In order to ensure the Canada-style trade deal Britain is looking for can be agreed, the EU has said its demands must be met, something that according to Frost, would undermine the whole project. Instead if no deal can be achieved and the EU won't compromise, trade would be governed by the WTO, similar to Australia's relationship with the EU.Frost also gave reassurances that it would not mean the UK lowered its standards, just that agreeing to accept all EU rules would betray the result of the referendum and that the ability to set our own laws "it isn't a simple negotiating position, which might move under pressure; it's the point of the whole project."Read David Frost's speech here.Portugal is set to introduce separate passport lanes for Britons after Brexit. They will be similar to those used by EU tourists, and UK nationals will not need a visa to travel even in the event of a no-deal. Portuguese Economy Minister Pedro Siza Vieira, said that British citizens resident in Portugal would also retain all their current rights and that they "are ready to do this unilaterally." adding he hoped the UK would do the same for Portuguese nationals.The EU's Green new deal represents a major shift in European policy. It outlines a power sector based largely on renewable sources, phasing out the use of coal and a stressed importance on energy efficiency. However, it also represents the EU's protectionist approach and will mean countries outside the bloc that do not adhere to the strict rules will be subject to trade penalties. It also highlights the EU's love of centralisation and heavy regulation. Countries attempting to set their own agenda on energy though, for example, nuclear sectors, will not see support. The additional funds for the project will come from the top member states and are already the subject of much disagreement.Digital free trade could offer a exciting opportunity for the UK, showcasing the global nature of the UK's future economy.  "Services account for over 80% of the British economy, the highest of all G7 countries, and these services are becoming increasingly digitised. We are a services superpower and we are increasingly becoming a digital superpower as well."For the latest news and developments throughout the day, please do follow @GlobalVision_UK on Twitter.Thanks for reading, and enjoy the rest of your day.

[gotnorolex] 18/2/2020 12:31

"Brexit - The Cult of Ignorance"
Brexit has paved the way for familiar Brit involvement in the continuous growth story of countries fast loosing their third world economic ranking!

[bookbroker] 18/2/2020 12:25

Liam Halligan a dork, like most economists he looks at the data, makes an assumption, six months the picture has altered and he is singing a different tune. Wouldn’t listen to any one of them, they don’t have a crystal ball, otherwise the economy would always tick over gently, none of this boom and bust like in the past. Forward guidance generally changes every six months or so these days! The Oaf thinks he can kickstart an infrastructure boom, best thing is to repair the existing one first, he’ll be out in five years, Corbyn lost the last election, the Tories did not win it, if Labour can get their house in order, which is debatable as they seem ever more chaotic, they will win the next one. By the time the next one comes round I reckon the global economy will be so deep in it a chimp could be the PM!

[k38] 18/2/2020 12:25

Experts my #ss.BBC is upset whit Brexit and Boris government... they have no time to report anytthing else except their propaganda.

[cheshire pete] 18/2/2020 12:22

bbalanj: "bookb .... . this thread is education without fees for us freeloaders!!"

You can find out anything you want on this BB there are so many experts...better than Wiki lol.

[xxxxxy] 18/2/2020 12:05

BREXITFreedom and Democracy.Magna CartahtTps://www.bl.uk/collection-items/american-bar-association-memorial-to-magna-carta-runnymede?fbclid=IwAR36zrUTuj2rycLuufPwDlL6E5u7zt9b5gF3m_7rGIlZvIcOm8FozzmKHmQ

[minerve 2] 18/2/2020 11:54

Brexit - The Cult of Ignorance.

[mr.elbee] 18/2/2020 11:47

well my view is that now that the remainer/Treasury captive Javid has gone, we will get a boom budget which will force the Bank to raise rates.

which is great for Lloyds..But I do think we will have to wait till the budget.
The EU business is irrelevant now..Inward FDI is pouring in at unprecedented rates..and the EU is effectively finished..Read Liam in the torygraph today..

Boom times for us here.

[xxxxxy] 18/2/2020 11:41

HSBC has unveiled one of the deepest restructuring plans in its history as its interim chief Noel Quinn sets out drastic plans to slash 35,000 jobsDaily Telegraph....Sauce for the goose. Sauce for the gander. Reality really.

[minerve 2] 18/2/2020 11:40

Buzz away little fly.

[minerve 2] 18/2/2020 11:20

Leoneobull

Stay, don't let the little wimp Little Englanders like CtR put you off. We don't want the gammons to get their way - the world would be a much more horrible place to live in.

[smartypants] 18/2/2020 11:01

11 oclock sell off kicked in a bit early today
Down an down and down it goes..where it stops...no body knows?
Maybe the Yanks will come to your rescue later?

[jordaggy] 18/2/2020 11:01

This guy is quite correct, but what he doesn't understand is that the MM's see the 'book'. There's no guess work or assumptions and why the term 90/90/90 came about!

[xxxxxy] 18/2/2020 10:49

Household confidence surges to a record highEconomist says positive readings should deter the Bank of England from raising interest ratesDaily Telegraph

[xxxxxy] 18/2/2020 10:46

3160Good for the soul.

[bookbroker] 18/2/2020 10:32

This is very much a domestic bank, so consumer sentiment very important, low rates no help but then if the consumer is tapped out then that is what is required! Supposedly more housing stock appearing on market may result in more demand for mortgages, but I am sceptical the Oaf Bounce will last!