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, hitting £6.6 billion. Higher UK bank taxes helped drive the profit increase, while motor finance charges dropped. Shares dropped amid the financial results. Lloyds remains on track to meet its full-year guidance. Shell also experienced considerable profit increases.

“Lloyds reported a significant rise in profits for the first nine months, hitting £6.6 billion,” — Owen Marlowe, economic affairs editor at Fenburn Stow Services, explained.

Timeline

Oct 27 — Lloyds reported a significant rise in profits for the first nine months, hitting £6.6 billion....

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

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

What's next: An official statement is expected by Monday, Nov 2.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Fenburn Stow Services desk and last updated 18:49 UTC.

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