{"id":66366,"date":"2026-01-15T13:15:59","date_gmt":"2026-01-15T13:15:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/crowdfundjunction.com\/blog\/europe-bulletin-boe-targets-non-bank-risks-arctic-tensions-rise-uk-sfo-probes-bribery\/"},"modified":"2026-01-15T13:15:59","modified_gmt":"2026-01-15T13:15:59","slug":"europe-bulletin-boe-targets-non-bank-risks-arctic-tensions-rise-uk-sfo-probes-bribery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/crowdfundjunction.com\/blog\/europe-bulletin-boe-targets-non-bank-risks-arctic-tensions-rise-uk-sfo-probes-bribery\/","title":{"rendered":"Europe bulletin: BoE targets non-bank risks, Arctic tensions rise, UK SFO probes bribery"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>(Originally posted on : Russia News, Latest Stories &amp; Analysis | Invezz )<\/b><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Europe ends the day grappling with financial stability and rising geopolitical risk.<\/p>\n<p>The Bank of England says it is intensifying efforts to curb vulnerabilities in the non-bank sector after recent market scares, flagging leverage and liquidity mismatches as key threats.<\/p>\n<p>In the Arctic, Denmark plans to expand its military posture in Greenland as strategic competition accelerates.<\/p>\n<p>UK investigators have opened a bribery probe into former managers of collapsed Home REIT, while Russia claims Ukrainian drones hit infrastructure tied to Kazakh oil exports, stoking supply concerns.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"boe-targets-non-bank-risks\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">BoE targets non-bank risks<\/h2>\n<p><a class=\"copy-link-to-section\" href=\"#\"><i class=\"fa fa-link\"\/><br \/>\n                <span class=\"tooltip\" data-text=\"Copy link to section\" data-conf=\"Copied!\">Copy link to section<\/span><br \/>\n            <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Bank of England Deputy Governor Dave Ramsden said the central bank is stepping up work to tackle risks from non-bank financial institutions after recent market scares exposed vulnerabilities.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking on Wednesday, he highlighted concerns around leverage, liquidity mismatches and the speed at which stress can spread through hedge funds, money market funds and other non-banks.<\/p>\n<p>Ramsden said the BoE is working with global regulators on reforms and stands ready to use its tools to limit systemic risk, but warned progress will take time.<\/p>\n<p>The goal, he stressed, is to safeguard financial stability without choking off the useful roles non-banks play.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"denmark-boosts-greenland-defences\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Denmark boosts Greenland defences<\/h2>\n<p><a class=\"copy-link-to-section\" href=\"#\"><i class=\"fa fa-link\"\/><br \/>\n                <span class=\"tooltip\" data-text=\"Copy link to section\" data-conf=\"Copied!\">Copy link to section<\/span><br \/>\n            <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Denmark plans to step up its military presence in Greenland as security competition intensifies in the Arctic, the country\u2019s defence minister said on Wednesday.<\/p>\n<p>Copenhagen aims to strengthen surveillance, improve operational capabilities and deepen cooperation with local authorities, reflecting growing concern over strategic interest from major powers in the region.<\/p>\n<p>The minister framed the move as both a contribution to NATO\u2019s northern defences and a response to climate-driven changes that are opening new sea routes and resources.<\/p>\n<p>While details are still being worked out, Denmark signalled that Greenland will play a bigger role in its long-term defence planning.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"uk-sfo-probes-home-reit-bribery\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">UK SFO probes Home REIT bribery<\/h2>\n<p><a class=\"copy-link-to-section\" href=\"#\"><i class=\"fa fa-link\"\/><br \/>\n                <span class=\"tooltip\" data-text=\"Copy link to section\" data-conf=\"Copied!\">Copy link to section<\/span><br \/>\n            <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Britain\u2019s Serious Fraud Office has opened a bribery investigation into the former external management of collapsed social housing investor Home REIT, widening the legal fallout from the scandal-hit fund.<\/p>\n<p>The probe will examine suspected offences, including bribery and corruption, linked to property deals that were supposed to house vulnerable people, including the homeless.<\/p>\n<p>The SFO said it is reviewing transactions and payments involving ex-management and related parties, and has urged whistleblowers and witnesses to come forward.<\/p>\n<p>Home REIT has already faced lawsuits and regulatory scrutiny after revelations about rental income, tenant quality and the true condition of its portfolio.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"russia-claims-ukrainian-drones-hit-kazakh-oil-terminal\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Russia claims Ukrainian drones hit Kazakh oil terminal<\/h2>\n<p><a class=\"copy-link-to-section\" href=\"#\"><i class=\"fa fa-link\"\/><br \/>\n                <span class=\"tooltip\" data-text=\"Copy link to section\" data-conf=\"Copied!\">Copy link to section<\/span><br \/>\n            <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Russia blamed Ukrainian drones for an attack on an oil tanker near the Caspian Pipeline Consortium terminal on Tuesday, marking another escalation in strikes on energy infrastructure.<\/p>\n<p>The vessel was reportedly damaged but remained afloat, with no casualties.<\/p>\n<p>Moscow said the attack targeted the terminal that handles Kazakh oil exports, raising concerns about broader disruption to global supply routes.<\/p>\n<p>Ukraine has not commented on the incident.<\/p>\n<p>The strike follows a pattern of drone attacks on Russian ports and energy facilities, as Kyiv seeks to undermine Moscow\u2019s war financing and export revenues.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/invezz.com\/news\/2026\/01\/14\/europe-bulletin-boe-targets-non-bank-risks-arctic-tensions-rise-uk-sfo-probes-bribery\/\">Source link <\/a><br \/>\n<br \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>(Originally posted on : Russia News, Latest Stories &amp; Analysis | Invezz ) Europe 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