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Gloom deepens among UK businesses, Lloyds survey shows

British business confidence declines for five months, but some companies are hopeful about trading prospects despite economic challenges and a weakening hiring outlook.

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• LLOY

UK banks resist mortgage rate hikes amid money market turmoil

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UK business morale falls to 2024 low but pay growth strong, surveys show

UK business confidence fell to its lowest in December 2024, though optimism about the wider economy and hiring trends showed some signs of recovery ahead of Christmas.

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UK business morale ticks lower but trading prospects healthy, Lloyds Bank says

British business confidence decreased slightly in November, reflecting economic concerns, although companies generally remain positive about their trading prospects, according to a Lloyds Banking Group survey.

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UK house prices became slightly more affordable in 2024, Halifax says

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Lloyds reviews court ruling on car loan commissions

Lloyds Banking Group is considering appealing UK court rulings requiring greater transparency in motor finance commissions, impacting compliance and potentially altering industry practices.

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UK employers show further signs of pre-budget nerves, Lloyds says

British business confidence fell to a four-month low in October, reflecting concerns over potential tax increases ahead of the new government's budget announcement.

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U.K. stocks lower at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 down 0.20%

U.K. stocks declined, led by losses in specific sectors. Mondi, Anglo American, and Rio Tinto performed well, while Lloyds and Airtel Africa struggled.

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NatWest raises income outlook as lending growth drives profits higher

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Lloyds sees growing confidence, rising house prices as Q3 profit beats forecasts

Lloyds Banking Group reported Q3 profits of £1.8 billion, exceeding expectations, and maintained its 2024 guidance amid rising client confidence and stable lending growth.