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