Good morning, Europe. Monday starts with a look at a fast-growing financial challenger and a practical route to giving broken things another chance.
Reuters morning read: Revolut has grown into Europe’s most valuable startup and a serious rival to established banks. Reuters reports that its private valuation has reached $115 billion—above Barclays and Société Générale—while its website lists 80 million customers. The comparison also shows the work still ahead: revenue per customer remains below traditional banks, and further global expansion brings tougher competition and regulatory tests.
Read more: Reuters: Revolut’s rise to become Europe’s $115 billion big-bank rival
Useful this morning: Before replacing a faulty lamp, toaster, bicycle, jacket, or small electronic device, check the Repair Café directory. It lists more than 4,000 community repair groups, including many across the UK and Europe, where skilled volunteers help people diagnose and repair everyday items. Search by location, then check the local event’s date, booking rules, and accepted items before setting out.
Read more: Repair Café: Find a local repair event
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