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Tale of two cities: London leaps ahead in global finance but domestic growth stalls
Key takeaway
City of London's international financial activity exceeds next 8 European centres combined, but domestic growth lags.
- Step 11st-order: City of London's international financial activity surpasses European peers post-Brexit, attracting global capital and talent.
- Step 22nd-order: Increased international competitiveness boosts UK financial services exports and tax revenues, but domestic lending and investment lag.
- Step 33rd-order: UK SMEs face a two-speed credit environment: global banks prioritise international clients, while domestic lenders remain cautious on SME lending due to weak demand and higher risk premiums.
Source: City A.M.
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