by DD Talks | Nov 1, 2024 | News
In a move aimed at revamping Cyprus’s financial sector, the Cypriot Parliament has adopted a new European Directive that allows foreign investors easier access to the country’s non-performing loan (NPL) market. By reducing entry barriers, the directive is...
by DD Talks | Oct 19, 2024 | News
The mortgage servicing landscape has been in flux due to recent interest rate fluctuations, creating opportunities and challenges for different market players. Some firms benefited from higher rates by expanding their mortgage servicing rights (MSR) portfolios, while...
by DD Talks | Oct 19, 2024 | News
Loan defaults are rising across Europe due to economic pressures like inflation and high interest rates, especially affecting sectors like real estate and SMEs. However, widespread financial distress remains limited as loan servicers play a crucial role in...
by DD Talks | Oct 18, 2024 | News
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has expressed support for easing securitisation regulations in the European Union. This move aims to foster growth in the sector by reducing stringent regulatory burdens while maintaining market stability. The...
by DD Talks | Oct 18, 2024 | News
Mortgage arrears in Ireland continue to decline, but non-bank entities, commonly known as vulture funds, are solidifying their control of the market. Banks are aggressively offloading non-performing loans, with 61% of arrears now managed by non-bank entities. Despite...
by DD Talks | Oct 15, 2024 | News
The Bank of Uganda’s latest Monetary Policy Report shows a decline in non-performing loans to 4.9% by June 2024, down from 5.2% in March. While this is a positive trend, credit growth remains sluggish, particularly in key sectors such as agriculture, trade, and...
