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Barclays, HSBC Say Warsh Boosts Case for Inflation-Linked Bonds

Barclays and HSBC believe that investor concerns about the Federal Reserve's handling of inflation, particularly after Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh's recent comments, are increasing the appeal of inflation-protected bonds. Long-maturity US yields have reached near two-decade highs due to worries that the central bank …

Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC Is Investigating Barclays PLC (BCS) And Encourages Shareholders to Connect

Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC is investigating potential claims on behalf of Barclays PLC (BCS) purchasers following reports of the bank's significant exposure (£600 million or $809.70 million) to a collapsed UK mortgage provider, Market Financial Solutions Ltd (MFS). This news led to a …

REG - Barclays PLC Prologis, Inc. - Form 8.3 PROLOGIS, INC.

Barclays PLC has disclosed its positions and dealings in Prologis, Inc. and SEGRO PLC relevant securities as per Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. The disclosure details Barclays' interests and short positions in Prologis, Inc. and itemizes numerous purchase and sale transactions of Prologis …

Barclays in legal fight over collapsed shadow bank’s cash

Barclays is facing a legal battle over cash held in accounts belonging to a collapsed shadow bank. Administrators for Market Financial Solutions (MFS) have filed a case at the High Court in an attempt to force Barclays to hand over money they believe is …

Barclays cuts Pearson rating. Here’s why. By Investing.com

Barclays has downgraded Pearson PLC to Neutral from Buy, while slightly increasing its price target. The change reflects a balanced risk-reward profile following Pearson's recent stock outperformance and consistent mid-single-digit organic growth. Although the education company is on track for its 2026 guidance, Barclays …

How Barclays Bank Plc Zc Sp Etn Redeem 23/01/2043 Usd 16.855272 - Ser B Midterm Future (VXZ) Affects Rotational Strategy Timing

This article analyzes Barclays Bank Plc Zc Sp Etn Redeem 23/01/2043 Usd 16.855272 - Ser B Midterm Future (VXZ) using AI models to determine its effect on rotational strategy timing. It highlights a neutral sentiment across all horizons, suggesting a wait-and-see approach, and outlines …

Former Barclays chief Jenkins raises £40m for tech platform 10x Banking

A former chief executive of Barclays has secured a £40m capital injection for the banking technology platform he launched a decade ago. Sky News understands that 10x Banking, which was founded by Antony Jenkins and counts JPMorgan Chase among its backers, will announce on …

Yen Surge Will Drive Up Other Asian Currencies, Strategists Say

(Bloomberg) -- The rally in the yen is set to bolster a number of other Asian currencies based on their relatively high correlations, according to Citigroup Inc. and Barclays Bank Plc. Most Read from Bloomberg Trump Says US to Hold Off Iran Attack If …

Barclays: Unexpected Costs & Revenue Headwinds – Downgrade To Hold (NYSE:BCS)

Blue Owl Hires Ex-Barclays Banker as Co-Head of Japan Business

Blue Owl Capital has appointed Takeo Ikemori, a former Barclays executive, as co-head of its Japan business. Ikemori will serve as the head of Japan institutional capital and will share the role of Japan representative with Yoichi Nakamura, aiming to strengthen Blue Owl's engagement …

Royal Bank of Canada Lowers Stock Position in Barclays PLC $BCS

Royal Bank of Canada decreased its holdings in Barclays PLC by 9.4% in the first quarter of 2026, selling over 537,000 shares but still retaining a significant stake valued at approximately $109.3 million. Barclays shares are trading near their 52-week high, following better-than-expected quarterly …

Barclays PLC (NYSE: BCS) chair and directors receive shares via fee policy

Barclays PLC reported that its Group Chairman, Nigel Higgins, and several Non-Executive Directors acquired ordinary shares as part of the company's fee-in-shares policy. These transactions, executed on July 28, 2026, on the London Stock Exchange, involved shares purchased at £4.974 each. The policy mandates …

Barclays Plc Earnings Call Signals Profits And Payouts

Barclays Plc reported strong Q2 earnings, with income up 16% to £8.3bn and profit before tax increasing over 30% to £3.3bn. The bank announced a £1bn share buyback and an £800m interim dividend, bringing total distributions to £2.3bn for the first half of the …

ROSEN, GLOBAL INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Barclays PLC Investors to Inquire About Securities Class Action Investigation – BCS

NEW YORK, July 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, continues to investigate potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of Barclays PLC (NYSE: BCS) resulting from allegations that Barclays PLC may have issued materially misleading …

Barclays PLC Stock 12‑Month Price Target Cut to $30.54, Implies 7% Upside

Barclays PLC's average 12-month price target has been adjusted to $30.54, down from $30.76, based on estimates from 17 analysts. This new target suggests a potential 7% upside from the July 27 closing price. The consensus rating for Barclays PLC remains a "Buy" among …

H2 2026 Hedge Fund Outlook

A Barclays Investment Bank survey of 340 investors reveals that interest in hedge funds and Quantitative Investment Strategies (QIS) is at an all-time high for H2 2026, driven by a desire for diversification, downside protection, and improved liquidity. Investors are increasingly favoring low-beta, diversifying …

FRN Variable Rate Fix

LONDON, July 29, 2026--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- As Agent Bank, please be advised of the following rate determined on: 7/29/2026 Issue ¦ Barclays PLC - Series 287 EUR 500,000,000 FRN due October 2029 ISIN Number ¦ XS3219356642 ISIN Reference ¦ 321935664 Issue Nomin EUR ¦ 500000000 …

Barclays (BCS) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Image source: The Motley Fool. DATE Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 4:30 a.m. ET CALL PARTICIPANTS Group Chief Executive - Coimbatore VenkatakrishnanGroup Finance Director - Angela Cross TAKEAWAYS Group Income -- GBP 8.3 billion in the second quarter, an increase of GBP 1.2 billion …

Barclays Number of Employees 2026 | Employee Count & Headcount Data

Barclays PLC had approximately 94,129 total employees worldwide as of March 2026, marking a 2.5% growth from 2023. The company is actively hiring with 3,069 active job postings in 2026, a 42.4% increase from 2025. Its workforce is primarily concentrated in India (38.1%), the …

Barclays Bank PLC Files SEC-Compliant Interim Results for First Half of 2026

Barclays Bank PLC has filed SEC-compliant interim results for the first half of 2026, offering enhanced transparency for investors through detailed financial performance, risk management, and capital position disclosures. The filing includes SEC-compliant reconciliations of non-IFRS measures to IFRS figures and updated balance sheet …

Tax raid on banks would damage economy, Barclays chief warns

CS Venkatakrishnan says that 'the better the country grows, the better all of us are' - Bess Adler/Bloomberg A fresh bank tax raid would hurt growth and undermine plans to bolster the economy, the boss of Barclays has warned Andy Burnham. CS Venkatakrishnan, the …

Barclays Q2 Earnings Call Highlights

Key Points Interested in Barclays PLC? Here are five stocks we like better. Barclays reported strong Q2 results, with income rising to £8.3 billion, profit before tax up more than 30% to £3.3 billion, and quarterly RoTE reaching 16.1%. The bank raised its 2026 …

Barclays' First-half Profit Climbs on Strong Investment Banking Performance

Barclays reported a significant increase in first-half profit and revenue, driven by a strong performance in its investment banking segment. The bank announced a new stock repurchase plan of up to 1 billion pounds sterling and increased its first-half dividend to 0.059 pounds per …

Barclays profits surge 17% as investment bank income rises to £8bn

Barclays announced a 17% increase in pre-tax profits for the first half of 2026, reaching £6.1 billion, primarily driven by a surge in investment bank income to £8 billion from increased dealmaking and market activity. This growth helped offset higher credit impairment charges, including …

By mid-2027, analysts expect Barclays’ share price to hit…

Barclays has reported strong Q2 and H1 2026 results, with profit before tax up significantly and earnings per share increasing. The company also announced a higher dividend and a share buyback, leading analysts to potentially increase their 12-month share price target for BARC, which …

Barclays falls as analysts look beyond headline profit beat

Barclays PLC's shares dropped after analysts focused on weaker net interest income and higher costs despite a headline profit beat in Q2. Although pre-tax profit and EPS exceeded expectations, driven by investment banking, concerns arose from increased expenses and modest forecast upgrades. The bank …

Barclays falls despite lifting income target and unveiling larger buyback - UPDATE

Barclays' shares fell despite the bank upgrading its 2026 income target and announcing a £1 billion share buyback. This decline occurred even as stronger investment banking and interest income boosted second-quarter profit and the bank increased its first-half dividend. Analysts noted a "slightly messy …

Barclays Publishes Interim 2026 Results and Sets Out Investor Engagement Programme

Barclays has released its interim results for the six months ending June 30, 2026, detailing performance across its various banking units and financial measures. The bank plans investor meetings to discuss these results and its strategic priorities, while acknowledging economic and regulatory risks. Despite …

Barclays profits surge 17% as investment bank cashes in on trading spurt

Barclays has revealed its profits jumped by 17% over the first half of 2026 as its investment bank cashed in on more dealmaking and activity in the financial markets. This helped to offset the banking group setting aside more to cover bad debts. Barclays …

Barclays dips as expected costs weigh on Q2 earnings beat (BCS:NYSE)

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Barclays ADR earnings missed by $0.59, revenue topped estimates

Earnings call transcript: Barclays Q2 2026 revenue beats as EPS misses and shares fall

Image source: The Motley Fool. DATE Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 4:30 a.m. ET CALL PARTICIPANTS Group Chief Executive - Coimbatore VenkatakrishnanGroup Finance Director - Angela Cross TAKEAWAYS Group Income -- GBP 8.3 billion in the second quarter, an increase of GBP 1.2 billion …

Barclays H1 Attributable Profit Rises

(RTTNews) - Barclays Group (BCS, BARC.L, BCY.DE) reported a 19% increase in attributable profit for the half year ended June 30, 2026, reaching 4.19 billion pounds compared to 3.52 billion pounds, in the same period of 2025. Profit before tax reached 6.07 billion pounds, …

Barclays Equities Traders and Investment Bankers Beat Estimates

Barclays Plc's equities traders achieved their best second-quarter performance in four years, generating £1.26 billion ($1.7 billion) and surpassing estimates. This strong performance contributed to the bank exceeding overall earnings estimates and raising its income outlook for 2024, despite its fixed-income business performing below …

After it rocketed to a 19-year high, here’s what the experts say about the Barclays share price outlook…

The Barclays share price has reached a 19-year high at 536p, driven by higher interest rates, the acquisition of Tesco Bank, and strong pre-tax profits. Despite this significant rise, experts suggest the stock still offers decent value with a forward P/E of 10 and …