Lloyds Banking Group announces £35 billion of new finance in 2026 to companies operating and investing in the UK

Lloyds Banking Group
Published on: 26 November 2025
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Lloyds Banking Group will make over £35 billion of new finance available next year to companies operating and investing in the UK. Of this, £9.5 billion will be dedicated to small and medium-sized enterprises
(SMEs).

Businesses power our economy, and we’re proud to fuel their ambitions to innovate and grow. That is why Lloyds Banking Group will make over £35 billion of new finance available in 2026 to companies operating and investing in the UK – supporting jobs, growth and prosperity for our communities.

Charlie Nunn Chief Executive Officer, Lloyds Banking Group


Helping businesses thrive and supporting their growth ambitions creates opportunities in regions and communities across the UK, and achieving it requires a clear and committed strategy.

That is why Lloyds Banking Group works closely with our partners to channel investment into critical infrastructure, housing, and business development. Over the past five years, we have directly lent to or arranged financing for infrastructure projects where our contribution is part of a total value of over £100 billion - helping to build homes, finance critical infrastructure, and enable businesses to thrive.