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- symbol LYG
- Rev/Share 2.6522
- Book/Share 2.8084
- PB 1.5674
- Debt/Equity 3.3535
- CurrentRatio 7.325
- ROIC 0.0156
- MktCap 63887133895.726
- FreeCF/Share 0.0
- PFCF 0.0
- PE 13.6606
- Debt/Assets 0.1489
- DivYield 0.0287
- ROE 0.1056
- Rating C+
- Score 2
- Recommendation Sell
- P/E Score 1
- DCF Score 4
- P/B Score 1
- D/E Score 1
Recent Analyst Ratings
| Type | Ticker | Analyst Firm | Previous Rating | Current Rating | Previous Price Target | Current Price Target | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upgrade | LYG | Kepler | Hold | Buy | -- | -- | Oct. 9, 2025 |
| Upgrade | LYG | Goldman | Neutral | Buy | -- | -- | Aug. 5, 2025 |
| Upgrade | LYG | RBC Capital Mkts | Sector Perform | Outperform | -- | -- | Aug. 4, 2025 |
| Upgrade | LYG | JP Morgan | Underweight | Neutral | -- | -- | Aug. 1, 2025 |
| Upgrade | LYG | HSBC Securities | Hold | Buy | -- | -- | April 1, 2025 |
| Downgrade | LYG | Keefe Bruyette | Outperform | Market Perform | -- | -- | March 11, 2025 |
| Upgrade | LYG | Morgan Stanley | Equal Weight | Overweight | -- | -- | March 4, 2025 |
| Initiation | LYG | Goldman | -- | Neutral | -- | -- | Oct. 4, 2024 |
| Initiation | LYG | Kepler | -- | Hold | -- | -- | Sept. 5, 2024 |
News
Deutsche Bank lifts Lloyds target to 125p on value creation outlook
Published: February 03, 2026 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive
Broker expects distributions and tangible net asset growth to peak in 2026 Lloyds Banking Group PLC (LSE:LLOY) is set to deliver one of the strongest value creation profiles among European banks, according to Deutsche Bank, which has raised its price target to 125p from 110p and reiterated its buy rating. Analyst Robert Noble said Lloyds' core attraction lies in a projected step-up in tangible net asset value growth and distributions, with combined TNAV and dividend growth expected to peak at 17% in 2026.
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Lloyds results signal deposit tensions - Barclays and Paragon tipped
Published: February 02, 2026 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Neutral
UK banks head into the 2026 reporting season in good shape, but expectations are getting harder to meet. The latest Bank of England data suggests solid loan and deposit growth in December.
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Shore Capital downgrades Lloyds to sell, citing valuation concerns
Published: February 02, 2026 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Negative
Shore Capital has cut its recommendation on Lloyds Banking Group PLC (LSE:LLOY) to 'sell' from 'hold', arguing that the shares are now fully valued after a strong rally and that supernormal returns may prove unsustainable. The downgrade comes despite a rise in the broker's target price to 91p from 84p, reflecting upgraded return forecasts.
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Lloyds Banking Group plc (LYG) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Published: January 29, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
Lloyds Banking Group plc (LYG) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
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Are You Looking for a Top Momentum Pick? Why Lloyds (LYG) is a Great Choice
Published: January 23, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Does Lloyds (LYG) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.
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Lloyds Banking Group plc (LYG) Presents at JPMorgan UK Leaders Conference Transcript
Published: November 18, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
Lloyds Banking Group plc ( LYG ) JPMorgan UK Leaders Conference November 18, 2025 3:45 AM EST Company Participants William Leon Chalmers - Group CFO & Executive Director Conference Call Participants Sheel Shah - JPMorgan Chase & Co, Research Division Presentation Sheel Shah JPMorgan Chase & Co, Research Division Great. We can get started.
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Reeves sparing Lloyds and co from tax rise may does not mean 'free lunch' for banks
Published: November 06, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Neutral
Banks look set to avoid a tax hike in the upcoming Budget, according to reports, though analysts say the reprieve may come with strings attached. Rachel Reeves accepts that UK banks are already heavily taxed compared with overseas rivals, the Financial Times report said, and raising taxes on banks is "a long way down" her list of potential means of raising funds for the Treasury.
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Lloyds and Santander the biggest losers from current account switching
Published: October 30, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Negative
Lloyds and Santander were the worst affected by bank account switching in the past quarter, with Barclays also one of the major net losers. Santander UK (LSE:BNC) saw a net 23,000 account switches between July and September 2025, the largest for an individual lending brand, as over 33,000 accounts were closed and over 10,000 added.
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Lloyds Banking Group's gets boost from leading analyst
Published: October 30, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive
Deutsche Bank has nudged its target price up for Lloyds Banking Group PLC (LSE:LLOY) to 90p to 100p and kept its “buy” tag intact after a solid third-quarter showing. The figures are not flashy, but they tell a reassuring story.
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Artisan International Value Fund Q3 2025 Portfolio Update
Published: October 28, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Major joint customer announcements about new products and significant future orders combined with strong demand for basic memory semiconductors drove renewed interest in Samsung Electronics stock. ABB's multiyear process improvement program has delivered faster revenue growth and higher profitability. During the quarter, other investors finally recognized the mispricing, sending Alibaba share price up by 60%.
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Lloyds and NatWest undervalued compared to European peers, says analyst
Published: October 27, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive
UK domestic banks remain undervalued relative to European peers despite resilient earnings, strong capital positions and rising returns, JPMorgan said. The big British lenders were estimated to be trading at just 7.1 times forward earnings, compared to 8.6 times for the broader European sector, with price-to-tangible net asset value at 1.1x for 2027 estimates.
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LYG vs. MFG: Which Stock Should Value Investors Buy Now?
Published: October 10, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Investors looking for stocks in the Banks - Foreign sector might want to consider either Lloyds (LYG) or Mizuho (MFG). But which of these two stocks presents investors with the better value opportunity right now?
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Lloyds warning on motor finance provisions causes ripples in sector
Published: October 09, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Negative
Lloyds Banking Group PLC's (LSE:LLOY) comments that it may have to make "material" extra provisions for a motor finance compensation scheme may send ripples around the industry, analysts at Shore Capital warned. The FTSE 100-listed lender had already set aside £1.2 billion ahead of the ruling from the Supreme Court in August, which was followed by an initial estimate from Financial Conduct Authority that a redress scheme may cost between £9 billion and £18 billion.
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Lloyds Banking Group: Reasons to be cheerful for UK lenders?
Published: October 01, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive
The Bank of England's latest lending data may not set pulses racing, but UBS thinks it gives UK banks more reason to cheer than the market mood suggests. Despite grumbling about potential new taxes in November's Autumn Budget, the numbers point to an economy still supporting credit growth and margins.
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Lloyds Banking Group (LYG) Discusses Strategic Progress And Financial Outlook To 2026 (Transcript)
Published: September 29, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
Lloyds Banking Group plc (NYSE:LYG ) Strategic Progress and Financial Outlook to 2026 Conference Call Company Participants Douglas Radcliffe - Group Investor Relations Director Sarah Robson Presentation Douglas Radcliffe Group Investor Relations Director Good afternoon, everybody. As indicated, I'm Douglas Radcliffe, and I'm the Group Investor Relations Director for Lloyds.
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LYG or CM: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
Published: September 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Investors with an interest in Banks - Foreign stocks have likely encountered both Lloyds (LYG) and Canadian Imperial Bank (CM). But which of these two stocks offers value investors a better bang for their buck right now?
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Lloyds Banking Group Plc (LYG) Presents At Barclays 23rd Annual Global Financial Services Conference (Transcript)
Published: September 08, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
Lloyds Banking Group plc (NYSE:LYG ) Barclays 23rd Annual Global Financial Services Conference September 8, 2025 9:00 AM EDT Company Participants William Leon Chalmers - Group CFO & Executive Director Conference Call Participants Aman Rakkar - Barclays Bank PLC, Research Division Unknown Attendee Presentation Aman Rakkar European Banks Analyst We'll maybe kick it off, but I guess people continue to filter into the room. But yes, just first of all, I want to say thank you, everyone, for attending.
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Lloyds and NatWest tipped to benefit most from European bank sector trends
Published: September 05, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive
Lloyds Banking Group PLC (LSE:LLOY) and NatWest Group PLC (LSE:NWG) could be among the biggest winners in the next leg of the European banking sector's rerating, according to analysts at Keefe, Bruyette & Woods. Loan growth – running at an annualised 3% in the first half of 2025 – will be central to driving valuations higher in the sector, alongside a steeper yield curve, the broker said.
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Lloyds and Barclays most preferred as UK banks 'still offer upside' and returns
Published: August 26, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive
Valuations across UK domestic banks have recovered strongly with a 140% total shareholder return since the start of 2024 but the sector still offers value, even if it is slightly less attractive than before, analysts at Jefferies believe. The implied cost of equity (COE) is now below 14%, which makes the investment case "less compelling" than before, the broker remains constructive on the sector and sees Lloyds Banking Group PLC (LSE:LLOY) and Barclays PLC (LSE:BARC) over NatWest Group PLC (LSE:NWG).
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LYG or EBKDY: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
Published: August 19, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Investors looking for stocks in the Banks - Foreign sector might want to consider either Lloyds (LYG) or Erste Group Bank AG (EBKDY). But which of these two stocks is more attractive to value investors?
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Lloyds Banking Group: clear skies or fully priced? Here's our round-up of what the City thinks
Published: August 13, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive
If you want to know how the City feels about Lloyds Banking Group PLC (LSE:LLOY) after its half-year results, the short answer is broadly positive, with a pinch of caution. The UK's biggest retail bank has cleared its biggest legal headache in years, posted some of its best returns in over a decade, and is still paying out one of the more generous dividends in the FTSE 100.
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European Banks: Strong Returns Since 2019 But Are Valuations Still Attractive?
Published: August 11, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
European banks have delivered strong returns since 2018, outperforming US peers and benefiting from improved balance sheets and higher interest rates. Despite high past returns and growing optimism, caution is warranted due to the sector's cyclical nature and slowing eurozone growth projections. Valuations remain attractive, with many banks trading below book value and offering appealing dividend and shareholder yields, especially in France and Spain.
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Lloyds upgraded by top-tier bank after motor finance worries ease
Published: August 06, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive
Goldman Sachs has upgraded Lloyds Banking Group PLC (LSE:LLOY) to ‘buy', raising its 12-month price target to 99p and pointing to around 20% upside from here. The tone in the note is much more upbeat, now that uncertainty over motor finance compensation appears to be largely behind the sector.
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Lloyds Banking Group Q2 Earnings: Structural Hedge Tailwind Continues To Power Growth
Published: July 24, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
British bank Lloyds reported a solid set of figures for the second quarter, with after-tax earnings comfortably clearing consensus. The bank's structural hedge continues to power net interest margin expansion, offsetting deposit and asset margin headwinds. Healthy capital generation and a surplus over management's target level can support an attractive shareholder yield.
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Lloyds delivers solid Q2 beat, but big decisions still ahead
Published: July 24, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive
Lloyds Banking Group PLC (LSE:LLOY) produced a better-than-expected set of results for the second quarter, with profits, earnings and the dividend all coming in ahead of forecasts. Pre-tax profit rose 17% year on year to just under £2 billion, topping expectations by 18%.
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Lloyds and NatWest consensus forecasts for next week's results
Published: July 18, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive
Lloyds Banking Group PLC (LSE:LLOY) reports second-quarter results next Thursday, 24 July, with NatWest Group PLC (LSE:NWG) following on Friday, 25 July, with the City analyst consensus pointing to growing profits at both. Consensus forecasts compiled by the company are for £4.5 billion of net income, up from the £4.4 billion in the first quarter.
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Lloyds upgraded, though NatWest will remain more profitable for next few years - broker
Published: July 17, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Neutral
Deciding which of Lloyds Banking Group PLC (LSE:LLOY) and NatWest Group PLC (LSE:NWG) is the more profitable bank is "the ultimate question" for City philosophers, said analysts at Keefe, Bruyette and Woods. In a substantial document devoted to answering this question -- acknowledging that greater philosophers and scientists have pondered the ultimate question of life, from Socrates's examination of wisdom and virtue, to Einstein's betterment of humanity and Deep Thought mulling of the ultimate question of life, the universe and everything -- the US broker ended up upgrading its target prices for both lenders.
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LYG or DBSDY: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
Published: July 16, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Investors interested in Banks - Foreign stocks are likely familiar with Lloyds (LYG) and DBS Group Holdings Ltd (DBSDY). But which of these two stocks offers value investors a better bang for their buck right now?
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Ranking Lloyds, Barclays and NatWest: Which UK bank has further to run?
Published: July 11, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive
UK banks have had their fair share of in-flight turbulence, but analysts still see them heading for a stable landing. According to UBS, domestic lenders have largely closed the gap with their European peers in terms of valuation, and the outlook remains constructive despite some short-term headwinds.
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Lloyds, Natwest and Barclays: Are UK banks set for re-rating?
Published: July 01, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive
UBS has reiterated its positive stance on UK banks, arguing that the sector is poised to re-rate as macroeconomic conditions stabilise and interest rate fears ease. The investment bank maintains an overweight position on UK domestic lenders, noting that they combine modest valuations with some of the strongest forecast returns in the European banking landscape.
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About Lloyds Banking Group plc (LYG)
- IPO Date 2001-11-28
- Website https://www.lloydsbankinggroup.com
- Industry Banks - Regional
- CEO Charles Alan Nunn
- Employees 61228