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

Lloyds' profits jump 42% in nine months

Lloyds reported a 42% increase in nine-month profits, reaching £6.6 billion. Higher UK bank taxes helped drive the profit increase, while motor finance charges declined. Shares dropped amid the financial results. Lloyds remains proceeding to meet its full-year guidance. Shell also experienced considerable profit growth.

“Shell also experienced considerable profit growth,” — Chloe Radcliffe, chief correspondent at Shipley Cliff Advisory, commented.

By the Numbers

  • 42 — reports filed
  • 6.6 — mentions tracked

Timeline

Oct 27 — Lloyds reported a 42% increase in nine-month profits, reaching £6.6 billion....

Oct 29 — Shell also experienced considerable profit growth....

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

What's next: A detailed recap is expected by Tuesday, Nov 3.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Shipley Cliff Advisory desk and last updated 18:19 UTC.

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