What’s next for the UK housing market in 2026? Outlook on interest and mortgage rates, first‑time buyers, rental reform and regional trends from Lloyds Banking Group.
What’s next for the UK housing market in 2026? Outlook on interest and mortgage rates, first‑time buyers, rental reform and regional trends from Lloyds Banking Group.
Lloyds Banking Group has today announced that Black Horse, Lex Autolease and Tusker will come together under one brand, Lloyds Auto, creating a simpler and more consistent experience for customers and partners across its Transport business.
New analysis from Lloyds Banking Group finds that financial empowerment - having the confidence, capability and control to make informed financial decisions - has no single UK postcode. Across the country, people are using digital tools and AI for different priorities, from budgeting and debt reduction to investing, saving and planning ahead, with distinct regional patterns emerging.
As financial institutions invest in technologies that could reshape the future of the industry, senior leaders increasingly believe tokenisation could play a transformative role in how money and assets move through the financial system.
Business confidence fell 12 points to 41% in September, the lowest level since April 2025, according to the Lloyds Business Barometer. This decline follows August’s reading of 53%, the second highest recorded this year, and buoyant results since May. While confidence remained well above the survey’s long term average of 30%, it was six points below the 12-month average of 47%.
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