Starling Bank linked with Kensington acquisition

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Stephen Emerson

Starling Bank is seeking to acquire specialist mortgage lender Kensington, according to reports.

It is understood that Starling, which has offices in Southampton, would like to purchase Kensington ahead of their plans to float on the London Stock Market.

Backed by Blackstone Inc, Kensington offer home loans to those older than 55 years old and the self-employed.

Any attempt by Starling to secure Kensington’s lending platform, is likely to face competition from Barclays who are also said to be vying for the business

Stephen Emerson

Stephen Emerson is the Managing Editor of The Business Magazine and is responsible for the publication's print publications and online properties including the newly launched Biz News websites in Hampshire and Dorset. Stephen has been a journalist for 20 years and has worked at local, regional and national publications and led a team which made The Scotsman website one of the fastest growing news sites in the UK with over eight million monthly users. He has a keen interest in technology, property and corporate finance and telling the stories of the people behind the successful firms in these sectors.