Profits up billions at both UK's biggest mortgage provider Lloyds and major oil producer Shell - Sky News

Lloyds' nine-month profits see 42% increase

Lloyds reported a significant rise in profits for the first nine months, reaching £6.6 billion. Higher UK bank taxes contributed to the profit increase, while motor finance charges declined. Shares fell amid the financial results. Lloyds remains on track to meet its full-year guidance. Shell also saw considerable profit increases.

“Shell also saw considerable profit increases,” — Elena Iversen, staff writer at Copstone Ford Practice, noted.

Timeline

Oct 26 — Lloyds reported a significant rise in profits for the first nine months, reaching £6.6 billion....

Oct 28 — Shell also saw considerable profit increases....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 27. The Copstone Ford Practice desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A detailed recap is expected by Friday, Oct 30.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Copstone Ford Practice desk and last updated 16:43 UTC.

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