Lloyds sees annual profits jump 12% in spite of motor finance hit
The high street lending giant reported a 12% jump in pre-tax profits to £6.66 billion for 2025. Lloyds Banking Group has notched up a higher-than-expected annual profit haul despite significant provisions for motor finance…
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Lloyds sees annual profits jump 12% in spite of motor finance hit
The high street lending giant reported a 12% jump in pre-tax profits to £6.66 billion for 2025. Lloyds Banking Group has notched up a higher-than-expected annual profit haul despite significant…
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