U.K. Eyes Speedy Banking Deal With U.S. in Parallel Trade Talks
- Negotiators see decision this month on whether to go ahead
- Financial deal could be a quick win for Johnson and Trump
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The U.K. and U.S. may seek a quick deal on financial services separate from the free trade accord the two are negotiating, a British official said.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s government published its aims for negotiations on Monday, setting out red lines that could make it hard to reach a full agreement. But there’s a strong desire on both sides to show quick results from the process.