Lloyds Banking Group reported a statutory profit before tax of £6,625 million for the first nine months of 2026, a 42% increase from the same period in 2025. Profit after tax reached £4,835 million, with basic earnings per share rising to 7.6 pence from 4.8 pence. Total income grew 13% to £16,084 million, driven by higher net interest income and other income, while operating expenses fell 5%. The Common Equity Tier 1 ratio decreased to 13.3%, offsetting capital gains with share buybacks and dividend payments. Lloyds Banking Group plc operates as a major retail and commercial bank in the United Kingdom.
