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

Lloyds' profits rise significantly in nine months

Lloyds reported a 42% increase in nine-month profits, reaching £6.6 billion. Higher UK bank taxes contributed to the profit surge, while motor finance charges declined. Shares dropped amid the financial results. Lloyds remains on track to meet its full-year guidance. Shell also experienced significant profit increases.

“Shares dropped amid the financial results,” — Yusuf Calloway, economic affairs editor at Fenley Bridge Financial, commented.

By the Numbers

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Timeline

Oct 28 — Lloyds reported a 42% increase in nine-month profits, reaching £6.6 billion....

Oct 29 — Shell also experienced significant profit increases....

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

What's next: An official statement is expected by Sunday, Nov 1.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Fenley Bridge Financial desk and last updated 17:51 UTC.

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