Lloyds Share Price Forecast: Budget Risk and Q3 Results in Focus
The Lloyds share price closed at 104.75p on Tuesday 14 October 2026. Early on 15 October it traded near 106.4p in London. Based on the 14 October close, Lloyds shares were about 11% below the multi-year high of 117.90p reached in early August. The pullback came as gilt yields climbed to their highest level since 2007. Talk of a bank tax in the 28 October Budget added pressure.
The next three weeks are packed. The Autumn Budget lands on 28 October. Lloyds reports third-quarter numbers on 29 October. The Bank of England decides on rates on 5 November. Analysts' average 12-month targets sit between 117p on MarketBeat and 121.3p on MarketScreener. This article sets out the key numbers and risks. It also covers the levels traders often watch.
The information in this article is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Table of Contents
- Lloyds Share Price Today: Key Numbers at a Glance
- Why Is the Lloyds Share Price Falling?
- Lloyds Share Price History: Five-Year Performance
- Lloyds Banking Group Results: H1 2026 in Numbers
- Lloyds Guidance 2026 and Accelerate 2030 Targets
- Lloyds Dividend and Lloyds Share Buyback
- Lloyds Valuation: P/E and Price to Tangible Book
- Autumn Budget 2026: How Would a Bank Tax Affect Lloyds?
- Bank of England: Do Higher Rates Help Lloyds?
- Lloyds Aldermore Bid: Could It Happen?
- Lloyds Share Price Technical Analysis
- Lloyds Share Price Forecast 2026: Analyst Targets
- Lloyds Share Price Scenarios (Illustrative)
- Key Dates for Lloyds Shares: October 2026 to January 2027
- Lloyds Shares: Pros and Cons
- How Traders Approach Lloyds Shares Around Big Events
- Frequently Asked Questions
- The Bottom Line
Lloyds Share Price Today: Key Numbers at a Glance
Lloyds Banking Group trades on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker LLOY. It is a member of the FTSE 100, as shown in this interactive investor review of 2025. The table below gives a snapshot as of mid-October, and our Lloyds stock page shows the latest quote.
| Metric | Value | Time and date |
|---|---|---|
| Last close (LSE) | 104.75p | 14 Oct 2026, London close |
| Indicative price | 106.38p (+1.55%) | 15 Oct 2026, 09:53 BST |
| Year-end 2025 close | 98.24p | 31 Dec 2025 |
| 2026 high | 117.90p | Early August 2026 |
| Recent low | 100.60p (close) | 8 Oct 2026 |
| Market capitalisation | About £59.9bn | 15 Oct 2026 |
| Average analyst target | 117p to 121.3p | 22 Sep to 15 Oct 2026 |
Source: MarketScreener quote page, Digrin price history, JournalArta, InvestingCube, MarketBeat and MarketScreener consensus. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Analyst targets are forecasts, and forecasts are not a reliable indicator of future performance.
Lloyds Shares Today in Context
- The stock is up about 6.6% in 2026 based on the 14 October close.
- It remains about 11% below the August peak of 117.90p.
- The 8 October close of 100.60p was the lowest in 20 trading days.
- Shares bounced about 4% between 8 and 14 October.
- Prices on 15 October are indicative and can change during the session.
Why Is the Lloyds Share Price Falling?
The short answer is a mix of macro and political risk. The stock rose about 79% in 2025, based on Digrin price data, from a year-end 2024 close of 54.78p after three years of year-end closes below 50p. Some investors may have locked in gains near 118p. After that, four separate pressures arrived within a few weeks. Each one is explained below.
Gilt Yields at the Highest Level Since 2007
The UK 10-year gilt yield touched 5.5% around 1 October, according to Trading Economics. That was the highest since July 2007. The 30-year yield hit 6% for the first time since 1998. A gilt sell-off can weigh on UK domestic stocks, including banks.
Bank Tax Speculation Ahead of the Budget
Chancellor John Healey has not ruled out higher taxes on banks. Scottish Financial News reported on 31 August that Treasury officials had presented a plan that included a windfall tax on banks. On 13 October, City trade bodies sent a joint letter urging him to leave bank taxes alone, as reported by the Press Association.
Motor Finance: A New Date for the Legal Challenge
On 13 October, the Financial Conduct Authority said the Upper Tribunal will hear challenges to its motor finance compensation scheme from 16 to 26 February 2027. A judgment is expected in the following months. Lloyds holds a £1.95bn provision, set out in its 2025 results. The longer timetable keeps this question open into 2027.
Profit-Taking After a Strong 2025
Lloyds was one of the strongest FTSE 100 banks in 2025, according to interactive investor. Strong runs can invite profit-taking when news turns mixed. The August high of 117.90p also lined up with heavy selling, according to InvestingCube.
| Driver | What happened | Effect on sentiment |
|---|---|---|
| Gilt yields | 10-year near 5.5%, 30-year at 6% | Higher UK risk premium |
| Budget risk | Windfall tax and surcharge reports | Uncertainty over future profits |
| Motor finance | Tribunal hearing set for February 2027 | Open question on final costs |
| Profit-taking | Selling near the 118p peak | Pullback from multi-year highs |
Source: Trading Economics, Scottish Financial News, FCA and InvestingCube.
Lloyds Share Price History: Five-Year Performance
Recent moves look different once you add the longer view. Lloyds ended each year from 2021 to 2023 below 50p. The big rerating came in 2025, when the price climbed from about 55p to about 98p. The table shows year-end closes for each full calendar year.
| Year | Year-end close | Annual change (price only) |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 47.80p | +31.2% |
| 2022 | 45.41p | -5.0% |
| 2023 | 47.71p | +5.1% |
| 2024 | 54.78p | +14.8% |
| 2025 | 98.24p | +79.3% |
| 2026 (to 14 Oct) | 104.75p | +6.6% |
Source: Digrin, LLOY.L price history. Period 1 January 2021 to 14 October 2026. Figures exclude dividends. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.
Monthly Closes in 2026
The path through 2026 has been bumpy. The stock dipped to the low 90s in March, then recovered to new highs by summer. It has drifted lower since August.
| Month (2026) | Month-end close |
|---|---|
| January | 108.95p |
| February | 102.45p |
| March | 92.34p |
| April | 99.69p |
| May | 101.90p |
| June | 111.10p |
| July | 114.70p |
| August | 109.95p |
| September | 106.90p |
| October (to 14th) | 104.75p |
Source: Digrin, LLOY.L price history. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.
Key Moves in 2026
| Date | Price | What drove it |
|---|---|---|
| Early March | About 98p | Correction after a February high of 114.65p |
| 19 March | 92.16p intraday | Middle East escalation pushed Brent above $110 |
| Early August | 117.90p | Multi-year high after H1 results |
| 27 August | 109.30p close | Rising gilt yields |
| 8 October | 100.60p close | Lowest close in 20 trading days |
| 14 October | 104.75p close | Partial rebound |
Source: Invezz, City AM, InvestingCube and JournalArta. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.
Lloyds Banking Group Results: H1 2026 in Numbers
The H1 figures showed higher profits. In its 2026 half-year results, Lloyds reported statutory profit before tax of £4.29bn. That was 23% higher than a year earlier. Return on tangible equity (RoTE) rose to 17.1%.
| Metric | H1 2026 | Change vs H1 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Statutory profit before tax | £4,293m | +23% |
| Statutory profit after tax | £3,123m | +23% |
| Underlying net interest income | £7.3bn | +9% |
| Banking net interest margin | 3.19% | +15 basis points |
| Underlying other income | £3.3bn | +11% |
| Underlying impairment charge | £617m | +40% |
| Earnings per share | 4.8p | +1.0p |
| Return on tangible equity | 17.1% | Up from 14.1% |
| CET1 ratio | 13.6% | Pro forma 13.1% after the H1 distributions |
| Tangible net assets per share | 57.0p | Flat vs December |
Source: Lloyds Banking Group, 2026 Half Year Results. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.
Group Chief Executive Charlie Nunn commented on the new plan in the H1 2026 results release. He said the strategy "will allow us to unlock the next phase of growth and sustainable value creation for our shareholders."
The impairment line deserves attention. It rose 40% to £617m, partly due to updated economic scenarios. That is a reminder that credit costs can climb when the economy slows.
Net Interest Income and the Lloyds Structural Hedge
The structural hedge is the main engine behind Lloyds net interest income. Lloyds invests stable deposits in longer-dated swaps. As old swaps mature, the money can be reinvested at higher rates while swap rates stay above the old levels. Management expects hedge income to keep rising, according to Nasdaq's summary of the Q2 call.
| Period | Structural hedge income |
|---|---|
| H1 2026 (actual) | £3.4bn |
| 2026 (planning assumption) | More than £7bn |
| 2027 (planning assumption) | More than £8bn |
| By 2030 (planning assumption) | More than £9bn |
Source: Nasdaq, Lloyds Banking Group Q2 earnings call highlights. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Forecasts are not a reliable indicator of future performance.
Quarterly Trend Since FY2025
| Metric | FY2025 | Q1 2026 | H1 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Statutory profit before tax | £6,661m | £2,025m | £4,293m |
| Net interest margin | 3.06% | 3.17% | 3.19% |
| Return on tangible equity | 12.9% | 17.0% | 17.1% |
| Tangible net assets per share | 57.0p | 57.9p | 57.0p |
Source: 2025 Results, 2026 Q1 Interim Management Statement and 2026 Half Year Results. FY2025 RoTE includes the motor finance charge. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.
Lloyds Guidance 2026 and Accelerate 2030 Targets
Lloyds reiterated its 2026 guidance on 30 July. It also launched a new plan called Accelerate 2030. Both are set out in the H1 2026 results release.
| Target | 2026 guidance | Accelerate 2030 |
|---|---|---|
| Underlying net interest income | More than £14.9bn | Mid-single-digit net income growth a year (2027 to 2030) |
| Cost:income ratio | Below 50% | Below 45% in 2030 |
| Asset quality ratio | About 25 basis points | 25 to 30 basis points |
| Return on tangible equity | More than 16% | More than 18% in 2028, about 20% in 2030 |
| Capital generation | More than 200 basis points | More than 225 basis points in 2030 |
| CET1 ratio | About 13.0% by year-end | About 13.0% |
Source: Lloyds Banking Group, 2026 Half Year Results. Forecasts are not a reliable indicator of future performance.
Targets are not promises. Lloyds plans to invest more than £13bn between 2027 and 2030, according to Nasdaq's summary of the Q2 call. Execution risk applies to any multi-year plan.
Lloyds Dividend and Lloyds Share Buyback
Capital returns are a big part of the Lloyds story. The 2026 interim dividend of 1.58p was 30% higher than the 1.22p paid a year earlier. It went ex-dividend on 6 August. The final dividend of 2.43p for 2025 went ex-dividend on 9 April, as listed on the MarketScreener calendar.
| Payment | Amount per share | Ex-dividend date |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 interim | 1.22p | 2025 |
| 2025 final | 2.43p | 9 April 2026 |
| 2025 total | 3.65p | Full year |
| 2026 interim | 1.58p | 6 August 2026 |
Source: 2025 Results, 2026 Half Year Results and MarketScreener. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.
Using the 2025 total of 3.65p and the 14 October close, the trailing dividend yield is about 3.5%. Using the last two payments (2.43p plus 1.58p), it is about 3.8%. Both figures are before taxes and costs, which may vary. Dividends are not fixed and can be cut.
The £1bn Buyback
Lloyds announced a new £1.0bn share buyback with its H1 results. It follows the £1.75bn programme for 2025. Cancelling bought-back shares reduces the share count, which can lift earnings per share for the remaining holders if profits hold up. If you want the theory behind this, our guide to share buybacks versus dividends explains the trade-offs.
| Programme | Size | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 buyback | Up to £1.75bn | About £1.2bn spent by 30 June 2026, at an average of 98.1p |
| 2026 interim buyback | £1.0bn | Expected to complete by 27 January 2027 |
Source: Lloyds Banking Group, 2026 Half Year Results.
Lloyds Valuation: P/E and Price to Tangible Book
Lloyds now trades well above its old deep-value levels. At 104.75p it trades at about 1.84 times its tangible net assets of 57.0p per share. That is our calculation from the H1 figures. Analysts at interactive investor noted that a forecast P/E above the three-year average may suggest the shares are not obviously cheap.
| Measure | Value | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Market capitalisation | £59.93bn | MarketScreener, 15 Oct 2026 |
| Trailing P/E | 13.05 | Admirals stock page, 15 Oct 2026 |
| Forward P/E 2026 | 10.5x | MarketScreener estimate |
| Forward P/E 2027 | 8.8x | MarketScreener estimate |
| Price to tangible book | About 1.84x | 104.75p divided by 57.0p |
| Expected dividend yield 2026 | 4.47% | MarketScreener estimate |
| Expected dividend yield 2027 | 5.19% | MarketScreener estimate |
Source: MarketScreener, Admirals Lloyds page and Lloyds H1 2026 results. Yields are before taxes and costs, which may vary. Forecasts are not a reliable indicator of future performance.
The forward ratios look lower because analysts expect profits to keep growing. If those forecasts slip, the shares could look more expensive. Our wider guide to UK bank shares compares the main listed lenders.
Autumn Budget 2026: How Would a Bank Tax Affect Lloyds?
This is one of the main near-term questions for UK bank shares. The Budget is due on Wednesday 28 October. The Evelyn Partners Budget guide notes it is the first for both Prime Minister Andy Burnham and Chancellor Healey.
What Banks Pay Now
UK banks pay 25% corporation tax plus a 3% bank surcharge on profits. That makes 28% in total. They also pay the bank levy on parts of the balance sheet. Saxo's Neil Wilson argued in an August note that a surcharge rise to 5% or 6% looks more likely than a return to 8%.
Illustrative Tax Scenarios
The table below shows a simple calculation. It assumes the same pre-tax profit and looks only at the headline tax rate. It ignores the bank levy and any one-off windfall charge.
| Scenario | Combined tax rate | Change in post-tax profit |
|---|---|---|
| Unchanged surcharge (3%) | 28% | Baseline |
| Surcharge raised to 5% | 30% | About -2.8% |
| Surcharge raised to 6% | 31% | About -4.2% |
| Surcharge back to 8% | 33% | About -6.9% |
Source: own calculation based on rates cited by Saxo and the Press Association. Illustrative only. Forecasts are not a reliable indicator of future performance.
A rise in the surcharge from 3% to 6% would cut post-tax profit by roughly 4% on our simple maths. A one-off windfall tax could have a larger effect, depending on its design, so the detail of the Budget matters.
Lobbying and the 2025 Precedent
UK Finance and the CBI joined other City groups in a letter to the Chancellor on 13 October. They argued that banks already face a higher tax burden than overseas rivals. The Trades Union Congress has called for a surcharge of at least 8%, according to the Press Association.
There is a recent precedent. In autumn 2025, bank shares fell on tax fears and then rallied when the Budget spared them, as City AM reported. History may or may not repeat. A different Chancellor faces a different fiscal gap this year.
Bank of England: Do Higher Rates Help Lloyds?
The Bank of England held Bank Rate at 3.75% on 17 September by a 6 to 3 vote. Three members voted for a rise to 4.00%. The Monetary Policy Summary put August CPI inflation at 3.1% and said risks were tilted to the upside.
On 8 October, Governor Andrew Bailey signalled that tolerance for energy-driven inflation was running out. Money markets then priced about a 90% chance of a hike to 4.00% on 5 November, according to Pound Sterling Live.
| Higher rates: upside for Lloyds | Higher rates: downside for Lloyds |
|---|---|
| Wider deposit margins | Weaker mortgage demand |
| Higher reinvestment yields on the structural hedge | Higher loan losses if borrowers struggle |
| Stronger net interest income | Pressure on house prices |
| Support for RoTE targets | Further gilt market stress |
Source: Lloyds H1 2026 results and Bank of England.
Mortgages made up £324.9bn of the £491.5bn loan book at 30 June, according to the H1 2026 results. That is about two-thirds. That makes the housing market an important factor for Lloyds.
UK Macro Snapshot
| Indicator | Latest reading | Source date |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Rate | 3.75% | September 2026 decision |
| CPI inflation | 3.1% | August 2026 |
| Unemployment rate | 4.9% | April to June 2026 |
| 10-year gilt yield | About 5.5% peak | Around 1 October 2026 |
| Market odds of a November hike | About 90% | 9 October 2026 |
Source: Bank of England, Babypips, Trading Economics and Pound Sterling Live. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.
Lloyds Aldermore Bid: Could It Happen?
FirstRand is selling Aldermore, which includes the MotoNovo car finance brand. Lloyds has been named as a possible bidder, though it has not confirmed any interest. Mortgage Introducer lists Nationwide and Investec among the reported bidders. RBC put a value of about £1.35bn on Aldermore, according to Proactive Investors.
| Stage | Timing |
|---|---|
| First-round deadline | 15 September 2026 |
| Non-binding offers | End of September 2026 |
| Binding offers expected | End of December 2026 |
Source: Mortgage Introducer.
A deal could add scale. It could also use capital that might otherwise fund buybacks. Investors may weigh any purchase price against the capacity for future buybacks.
Lloyds Share Price Technical Analysis
The chart shows a stock in a short-term downtrend inside a longer uptrend. On 8 October, the price closed at 100.60p with a 14-day RSI of about 33, according to JournalArta. That reading sits close to oversold territory.
| Level | Price | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Resistance 3 | 117.90p to 118p | August multi-year high |
| Resistance 2 | 113p to 115p | July close and February high |
| Resistance 1 | 110p to 112.2p | 50-day average and recent high |
| Pivot | About 107p | 20-day average |
| Current | 104.75p | 14 October close |
| Support 1 | 100p to 100.6p | October low and round number |
| Support 2 | 96p to 98p | March and April lows, end-2025 close |
| Support 3 | About 92p | March 2026 low |
Source: JournalArta, InvestingCube and Digrin. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.
Indicators as of 8 October
| Indicator | Reading | Signal |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 33.0 | Near oversold |
| MACD | -2.27 vs signal -1.71 | Bearish momentum |
| 20-day average | 107.23p | Price below |
| 50-day average | 110.66p | Price below |
Source: JournalArta, data as of 8 October 2026. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.
Since that reading, the price has risen about 4%. Traders often watch whether 100p holds on Budget day. Some technical analysts would read a daily close above 110p to 112p as a sign of improving momentum, although such signals can fail. A daily close below 100p could be read as a sign of further weakness. Our guide to support and resistance with pivot points explains how such levels are drawn.
Lloyds Share Price Forecast 2026: Analyst Targets
Most brokers stay positive, though views differ. Bank of America named Lloyds its overall preference among UK banks in early September and lifted its target to 140p, as interactive investor reported. Shore Capital rates the stock a Sell. The table lists recent calls tracked by MarketBeat.
| Broker | Rating | Target | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bank of America | Overall UK bank preference | 140p | Early Sep 2026 |
| Jefferies | Buy | 127p | 2 Sep 2026 |
| Deutsche Bank | Buy | 125p | 31 Jul 2026 |
| RBC Capital Markets | Outperform | 124p | 11 Sep 2026 |
| JPMorgan | Neutral | 123p | 15 Sep 2026 |
| Citi | Buy | 123p | 30 Apr 2026 |
| Berenberg | Hold | 117p | 24 Jun 2026 |
| Shore Capital | Sell | Not shown | 30 Apr 2026 |
Source: MarketBeat and interactive investor. Forecasts are not a reliable indicator of future performance.
Lloyds Consensus Rating
| Provider | Consensus | Analysts | Average target | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MarketScreener | Outperform | 19 | 121.3p | 53p to 140p |
| MarketBeat | Hold | 9 | 117p | 91p to 127p |
Source: MarketScreener consensus and MarketBeat forecast, with MarketScreener data dated 22 September 2026 and MarketBeat data as of 15 October 2026. Forecasts are not a reliable indicator of future performance.
The MarketScreener average implies about 16% upside from 104.75p. The MarketBeat average implies about 12%. The lowest targets point to downside. Analyst targets are often revised after results and can be wrong.
Lloyds Share Price Scenarios (Illustrative)
The scenarios below are illustrative. They show how the price could react to different outcomes. They are not predictions.
| Scenario | Possible triggers | Levels traders often watch |
|---|---|---|
| Positive | Budget spares banks and Q3 beats forecasts | Close above 112p, then 115p to 118p |
| Neutral | Modest surcharge rise with Q3 in line | Range of 100p to 112p |
| Negative | Windfall tax or weaker Q3 guidance | Close below 100p, then 96p to 98p |
Source: Admirals analysis based on JournalArta levels and Lloyds H1 2026 results. Illustrative only. Forecasts are not a reliable indicator of future performance.
Each path carries risk. A positive Budget could be offset by a weak Q3 statement. A tax rise could be partly priced in already after the 15% fall from the peak to the October low.
Key Dates for Lloyds Shares: October 2026 to January 2027
UK clocks go back on 25 October, so dates after that are in GMT. You can follow the macro releases on the Admirals economic calendar.
| Date | Event | UK time |
|---|---|---|
| Tue 20 Oct 2026 | UK labour market data | 07:00 BST |
| Wed 21 Oct 2026 | UK CPI for September | 07:00 BST |
| Wed 28 Oct 2026 | Autumn Budget and OBR forecast | Time to be confirmed |
| Thu 29 Oct 2026 | Lloyds Q3 2026 Interim Management Statement | 07:00 GMT |
| Thu 5 Nov 2026 | Bank of England rate decision | 12:00 GMT |
| Wed 18 Nov 2026 | UK CPI for October | 07:00 GMT |
| End-Dec 2026 | Aldermore binding offers expected | To be confirmed |
| By 27 Jan 2027 | £1.0bn buyback due to complete | Not applicable |
| 16 to 26 Feb 2027 | Upper Tribunal motor finance hearing | Not applicable |
Source: MarketScreener calendar, MoneyWeek, Evelyn Partners and FCA and Pound Sterling Live.
What to Watch in the Lloyds Q3 Results
- Net interest income tracking towards more than £14.9bn for 2026.
- The banking net interest margin compared with 3.19% in H1.
- Impairment charges against an asset quality ratio of about 25 basis points.
- Any update on the motor finance provision after the FCA timetable change.
- Comments on the Budget and the rate outlook.
- Mortgage volumes and deposit flows.
These points come from the guidance in the H1 2026 results release.
Lloyds Shares: Pros and Cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| RoTE of 17.1% in H1 2026 | Exposure to a possible bank tax rise |
| Rising structural hedge income | Mortgage-heavy, UK-only loan book |
| Interim dividend up 30% | Motor finance costs still uncertain |
| £1.0bn buyback in progress | Valuation of about 1.84x tangible book |
| Clear 2028 and 2030 targets | Gilt yields near 19-year highs |
Source: Lloyds H1 2026 results, FCA and Trading Economics.
How Traders Approach Lloyds Shares Around Big Events
What Traders Often Watch
- Many traders track the 100p level as the first support zone.
- Some watch gilt yields as a lead indicator for UK bank shares.
- Others compare Lloyds with peers such as NatWest to separate stock news from sector moves.
- Volatility often rises on results mornings and Budget day.
- Gaps at the open can move prices past planned exit levels.
How to Trade Lloyds Shares
There are two broad routes. Investors can buy the shares outright. Traders can also speculate on price moves with contracts for difference (CFDs), which allow both long and short positions. Our guide to what CFD trading is covers how these products work.
Admirals offers CFDs on shares, including a CFD on Lloyds Banking Group (#LLOY), and CFDs on indices. It also offers CFDs on Forex and commodities. These can be traded on MetaTrader 5.
CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
New traders often start with a demo account. It uses virtual funds, and results may differ from live trading.
Managing Risk Around Results
- Position size matters more when volatility is high.
- Stop-loss orders can help manage risk, though they may not protect against gaps.
- Leverage magnifies both gains and losses.
- Holding a CFD overnight incurs swap charges.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Are Lloyds Shares Falling?
The stock fell as gilt yields climbed and bank tax fears grew before the Budget, after a strong 2025 run.
What Is the Lloyds Share Price Forecast for 2026?
Analyst averages range from 117p to 121.3p, but targets can change quickly and forecasts are not reliable indicators.
When Are the Lloyds Q3 Results?
MarketScreener lists the Lloyds Q3 2026 Interim Management Statement for Thursday 29 October 2026, at 07:00 GMT.
How Much Dividend Does Lloyds Pay?
Lloyds paid 3.65p for 2025. At 104.75p that is a yield near 3.5% before taxes and costs, which may vary.
How Would a Bank Tax Affect Lloyds?
A surcharge rise from 3% to 6% would trim post-tax profit by roughly 4%, on simple illustrative maths.
Do Higher Rates Help Lloyds?
Higher rates can lift deposit margins and hedge income, yet they may also raise loan losses and slow mortgages.
What Is the Key Support for Lloyds Shares?
Many traders watch the 100p area, which held as support on the 8 October close of 100.60p.
The Bottom Line
Lloyds enters a busy three weeks with higher H1 profits and rising hedge income. Tax and motor finance questions remain open. The share price has pulled back about 11% from its August high. The Budget and Q3 results could each move the stock in either direction. So could the BoE decision. Traders often focus on the 100p support and the 110p to 112p resistance band while the news flow settles.
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