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ANZ supports expanded loan deferrals for COVID-19 impacted businesses

ANZ has expressed approval for new industry-wide measures aimed at supporting businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.


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ANZ commits $1.5 million to aid Australia's vulnerable amid COVID-19

ANZ has announced a donation of $1.5 million to support three charity partners in providing additional aid to some of Australia's most disadvantaged communities.


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ANZ backs government stimulus plan amid COVID-19 crisis

ANZ has expressed its backing for the Federal Government's latest stimulus package, aimed at assisting businesses and individuals dealing with the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.


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ANZ announces COVID-19 support measures including rate cuts

ANZ has introduced a significant support package for small business and home loan customers, potentially injecting $6 billion into the Australian economy.


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ANZ cuts business loan rates amid COVID-19 challenges

ANZ has announced a reduction in variable interest rates for business loans by 0.25% per annum, effective immediately.


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Santander and Telefónica announce winners of global customer experience challenge

Banco Santander and Telefónica have announced the winners of their global "New Era of Customer Experience" challenge.


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Santander acquires majority stake in Tresmares Capital

Santander has announced its acquisition of 89.9% of Tresmares Capital, following regulatory approval.


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ANZ cuts variable home loan rates amid COVID-19 economic challenges

ANZ has announced a reduction in variable home loan rates in Australia, ranging from 0.25% to 0.35% per annum across several Standard Variable Rate indices.


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ANZ simplifies loan applications for small businesses

ANZ has introduced a new process to expedite credit access for its small business customers, allowing them to apply for increased credit limits of up to $500,000.


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Santander announces increased dividend amid robust financial performance

Banco Santander's board of directors has announced a proposed final cash dividend for 2024 of 11 euro cents per share, which will be presented for approval at the upcoming annual general meeting on April 4, 2025.


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ANZ highlights impact of homophobic language with new #LoveSpeech campaign

New research from ANZ reveals that 78% of LGBTIQ+ Australians have experienced homophobic or transphobic language in the past year.


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Paul Goodwin named ANZ's US Country Head

ANZ has announced the appointment of Paul Goodwin as the US Country Head.


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Santander launches fully digital bank Openbank in Mexico

Openbank, a fully digital bank under Grupo Santander, has officially launched its services in Mexico.


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ANZ NZ names Ben Kelleher managing director for retail & business banking

Ben Kelleher has been named Managing Director of Retail & Business Banking at ANZ Bank New Zealand Limited (ANZ NZ).


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Santander reports record profits for third consecutive year

Santander has announced a significant profit increase for the year 2024, with attributable profits reaching €12,574 million.


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ANZ disputes A Current Affair's portrayal of customer interaction

ANZ has responded to a recent segment aired on Channel Nine's A Current Affair, claiming the program misrepresented facts regarding a customer interaction.


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Openbank by Santander reaches $2 billion in U.S. deposits

Santander Bank, N.A. has announced that its digital platform, Openbank, has reached $2 billion in total deposits in the United States since its launch in the fourth quarter of 2024.


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ANZ completes sale of OnePath P&I business to IOOF

ANZ has announced the completion of the sale of its OnePath Pensions & Investments (OnePath P&I) business to IOOF Holdings Limited (IOOF).


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Santander partners with Publicis for global media consolidation

Santander is consolidating its global media and creative services under a single agency, Publicis, to aid in its business transformation.


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Openbank expands services in Germany with local IBANs and loan offerings

Openbank, the fully digital bank of Grupo Santander, is expanding its operations in Germany by introducing a German IBAN and offering loans.