Dealers avoid stocking high value used cars due to inflationary pressures reports Aston Barclay

The majority of dealers are continuing to only buy higher value used cars to order rather than for stock according to the latest Aston Barclay desirability index. Eight out of the ten used cars in the March desirability index are higher value premium used cars with dealers protecting their cashflow by only bidding on these cars to fulfil sold orders.

Dealers avoid stocking high value used cars due to inflationary pressures reports Aston Barclay

Mar 28, 2023

The majority of dealers are continuing to only buy higher value used cars to order rather than for stock according to the latest Aston Barclay desirability index. Eight out of the ten used cars in the March desirability index are higher value premium used cars with dealers protecting their cashflow by only bidding on these cars to fulfil sold orders.

Nivo offers its mobile solution for free to help brokers meet Consumer Duty deadline

With the Consumer Duty deadline less than 125 days away, fintech innovator Nivo is extending a helping hand to brokers and other businesses who may be struggling to tackle Consumer Duty pain points which its innovative technology can help them to easily overcome.

Nivo offers its mobile solution for free to help brokers meet Consumer Duty deadline

Mar 28, 2023

With the Consumer Duty deadline less than 125 days away, fintech innovator Nivo is extending a helping hand to brokers and other businesses who may be struggling to tackle Consumer Duty pain points which its innovative technology can help them to easily overcome.

Andrew Peet, digital transformation specialist, joins Finativ

With finance companies under increasing pressure to find digital solutions that deliver step-change improvements in customer experience and productivity, specialist consulting and corporate finance firm Finativ have expanded their “finance native” expertise with the appointment of Andrew Peet as Consulting Director.

Andrew Peet, digital transformation specialist, joins Finativ

Mar 27, 2023

With finance companies under increasing pressure to find digital solutions that deliver step-change improvements in customer experience and productivity, specialist consulting and corporate finance firm Finativ have expanded their “finance native” expertise with the appointment of Andrew Peet as Consulting Director.

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Solifi Global Leasing Report 2023 reveals growth as the leasing industry emerges from the pandemic

The new Solifi Global Leasing Report 2023 reveals a promising 9.3% increase in new business volumes in 2021, as the global leasing industry emerged from the pandemic and equipment investments rebounded. The report highlights that the top 50 countries reported new business volume of US$1.463 billion in 2021, up from US$1.338 billion in 2020.

Solifi Global Leasing Report 2023 reveals growth as the leasing industry emerges from the pandemic

Mar 01, 2023

The new Solifi Global Leasing Report 2023 reveals a promising 9.3% increase in new business volumes in 2021, as the global leasing industry emerged from the pandemic and equipment investments rebounded. The report highlights that the top 50 countries reported new business volume of US$1.463 billion in 2021, up from US$1.338 billion in 2020.

 

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Asset Finance Europe 50 2022 - delivering growth in a challenging market

The annual ranking of Europe’s leading asset finance providers reveals today the leasing companies that delivered industry growth during a year in which the asset finance industry continued to navigate the challenges and knock-on effects of the Covid pandemic.

Asset Finance Europe 50 2022 - delivering growth in a challenging market

Dec 20, 2022

The annual ranking of Europe’s leading asset finance providers reveals today the leasing companies that delivered industry growth during a year in which the asset finance industry continued to navigate the challenges and knock-on effects of the Covid pandemic.

 

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STAR Asset Finance becomes newest Asset Finance Connect Corporate Member

We are pleased to announce that STAR Asset Finance Group has joined Asset Finance Connect as a Corporate Member. Edward Peck, CEO of Asset Finance Connect commented, “We are delighted that STAR Asset Finance Group has joined Asset Finance Connect as our newest Corporate Member, bringing an unrivalled knowledge of the asset finance market to our events. Being a Corporate Member allows your organisation to fully engage with the industry and respective communities – auto, asset or equipment finance – across all AFC event platforms – digital webcasts and unconferences, in-person conferences and awards.”

STAR Asset Finance becomes newest Asset Finance Connect Corporate Member

Mar 27, 2023

We are pleased to announce that STAR Asset Finance Group has joined Asset Finance Connect as a Corporate Member. Edward Peck, CEO of Asset Finance Connect commented, “We are delighted that STAR Asset Finance Group has joined Asset Finance Connect as our newest Corporate Member, bringing an unrivalled knowledge of the asset finance market to our events. Being a Corporate Member allows your organisation to fully engage with the industry and respective communities – auto, asset or equipment finance – across all AFC event platforms – digital webcasts and unconferences, in-person conferences and awards.”

No evidence of responsible AI activity in eight of the world’s largest banks

Research shows one-third of North America and Europe’s largest banks lack transparency and are failing to publicly report on the progress of their AI development.

No evidence of responsible AI activity in eight of the world’s largest banks

Mar 27, 2023

Research shows one-third of North America and Europe’s largest banks lack transparency and are failing to publicly report on the progress of their AI development.

Paragon Bank works with Acquis Data Services to combat fraud

Acquis Data Services are delighted to announce Paragon Banking Group have signed up to the leading-edge solution Acquis Lumia. Acquis Lumia was created in response to the Arena Television fraud which impacted as many as 50 lenders in the UK asset finance industry. The solution was developed with the collaboration of leading players in the industry in order to enhance the credit checking process and reduce lending risk.

Paragon Bank works with Acquis Data Services to combat fraud

Mar 24, 2023

Acquis Data Services are delighted to announce Paragon Banking Group have signed up to the leading-edge solution Acquis Lumia. Acquis Lumia was created in response to the Arena Television fraud which impacted as many as 50 lenders in the UK asset finance industry. The solution was developed with the collaboration of leading players in the industry in order to enhance the credit checking process and reduce lending risk.

 
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Who will be honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award 2023 at the Asset Finance Connect Summer Awards?

Recognising a lifelong commitment and contribution to the industry, the Lifetime Achievement Award 2023, sponsored by Alfa, will honour an individual who has had a career working in the auto or equipment finance industry and has made a lasting contribution to the businesses in which they have operated and the industry as a whole. Have you got a colleague whose dedication and contribution to the auto or equipment finance industry deserves the recognition of the ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’? Nominate them today at the Asset Finance Connect’s Summer Awards website. Submit your entry before 14th April.

Who will be honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award 2023 at the Asset Finance Connect Summer Awards?

Mar 23, 2023

Recognising a lifelong commitment and contribution to the industry, the Lifetime Achievement Award 2023, sponsored by Alfa, will honour an individual who has had a career working in the auto or equipment finance industry and has made a lasting contribution to the businesses in which they have operated and the industry as a whole. Have you got a colleague whose dedication and contribution to the auto or equipment finance industry deserves the recognition of the ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’? Nominate them today at the Asset Finance Connect’s Summer Awards website. Submit your entry before 14th April.

Unipres UK saves 1m kilograms of CO2 as it celebrates 10 years of salary sacrifice EVs

Sunderland-based Unipres UK, which manufactures a range of press-formed automotive components for vehicle manufacturers, has saved 1m kilograms, around 1,000 metric tons, of CO2 since introducing an EV-based salary sacrifice scheme with Fleet Evolution.

Unipres UK saves 1m kilograms of CO2 as it celebrates 10 years of salary sacrifice EVs

Mar 22, 2023

Sunderland-based Unipres UK, which manufactures a range of press-formed automotive components for vehicle manufacturers, has saved 1m kilograms, around 1,000 metric tons, of CO2 since introducing an EV-based salary sacrifice scheme with Fleet Evolution.

Don’t delay, register your team today for the AFPA Trust Big Quiz!

Don’t miss out on the chance to win £10,000 for your charity at the AFPA Trust Big Quiz which will take place on May 18th at the prestigious Royal Overseas League Club in Mayfair, London. Places are filling up fast for the AFPA Trust Big Quiz and the chance to win the Rivermore Trophy and £10,000 for your team’s chosen charity.

Don’t delay, register your team today for the AFPA Trust Big Quiz!

Mar 22, 2023

Don’t miss out on the chance to win £10,000 for your charity at the AFPA Trust Big Quiz which will take place on May 18th at the prestigious Royal Overseas League Club in Mayfair, London. Places are filling up fast for the AFPA Trust Big Quiz and the chance to win the Rivermore Trophy and £10,000 for your team’s chosen charity.

 

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Toyota GB first OEM to go live with new showroom inspection solution from Ebbon Automotive

Toyota GB has become the first vehicle manufacturer to go live for both its Toyota and Lexus brands with Ebbon Automotive’s new online showroom inspection module within its moDel logistics platform.

Toyota GB first OEM to go live with new showroom inspection solution from Ebbon Automotive

Mar 22, 2023

Toyota GB has become the first vehicle manufacturer to go live for both its Toyota and Lexus brands with Ebbon Automotive’s new online showroom inspection module within its moDel logistics platform.

Stellantis and Crédit Agricole Consumer Finance joint venture plans to acquire activities of ALD in Portugal and LeasePlan in Luxembourg

Stellantis and Crédit Agricole Consumer Finance have announced that they have signed a binding agreement for the acquisition of ALD and LeasePlan’s activities in Portugal and Luxembourg, respectively, following ALD’s proposed acquisition of 100% of LeasePlan announced in January 2022. This announcement constitutes an immediate acceleration of the two companies’ ambitions in mobility and vehicle long-term leasing.

Stellantis and Crédit Agricole Consumer Finance joint venture plans to acquire activities of ALD in Portugal and LeasePlan in Luxembourg

Mar 22, 2023

Stellantis and Crédit Agricole Consumer Finance have announced that they have signed a binding agreement for the acquisition of ALD and LeasePlan’s activities in Portugal and Luxembourg, respectively, following ALD’s proposed acquisition of 100% of LeasePlan announced in January 2022. This announcement constitutes an immediate acceleration of the two companies’ ambitions in mobility and vehicle long-term leasing.

Who will be named the ‘Rising Star’ of 2023 at the Asset Finance Connect Summer Awards?

The changing mindset and culture within the asset finance industry is helping to attract the next generation of talented young professionals. To recruit and retain this new talent, the industry must foster, develop, guide and support the rising stars of the industry. Recognising this new and upcoming industry talent, the Rising Star Award 2023 will celebrate an exceptional new talent who has demonstrated their true passion for the industry, has started to make a positive impact, and has ability and ambition to excel.

Who will be named the ‘Rising Star’ of 2023 at the Asset Finance Connect Summer Awards?

Mar 21, 2023

The changing mindset and culture within the asset finance industry is helping to attract the next generation of talented young professionals. To recruit and retain this new talent, the industry must foster, develop, guide and support the rising stars of the industry. Recognising this new and upcoming industry talent, the Rising Star Award 2023 will celebrate an exceptional new talent who has demonstrated their true passion for the industry, has started to make a positive impact, and has ability and ambition to excel.

‘It’s a game of chess’: Why dealers value physical auctions

With used stock supply remaining tight and dealers looking to optimise the opportunities created by the cost-of-living crisis to purchase older stock, buyers are keen to engage with physical auctions. This is the conclusion of an in-depth assessment of trends undertaken by MotoNovo Finance.

‘It’s a game of chess’: Why dealers value physical auctions

Mar 21, 2023

With used stock supply remaining tight and dealers looking to optimise the opportunities created by the cost-of-living crisis to purchase older stock, buyers are keen to engage with physical auctions. This is the conclusion of an in-depth assessment of trends undertaken by MotoNovo Finance.

Trade and invoice finance expert joins Finativ to expand sector expertise

With more banking and commercial finance organisations seeking to grow outside their traditional product boundaries, specialist consulting and corporate finance firm Finativ have expanded their “finance native” expertise with the appointment of Richard Carter as Consulting Director.

Trade and invoice finance expert joins Finativ to expand sector expertise

Mar 20, 2023

With more banking and commercial finance organisations seeking to grow outside their traditional product boundaries, specialist consulting and corporate finance firm Finativ have expanded their “finance native” expertise with the appointment of Richard Carter as Consulting Director.

 

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The cost-of-living crisis – Dealers need to match 'forensic' buyers

The three key findings from a detailed research project on the cost-of-living crisis undertaken fo...

The cost-of-living crisis – Dealers need to match 'forensic' buyers

Mar 17, 2023

NatWest signs deal with OneID to make new digital ID service available to businesses

NatWest Group is making its new Customer Attribute Sharing service available to businesses as an e...

NatWest signs deal with OneID to make new digital ID service available to businesses

Mar 20, 2023