Lloyds Banking Group plc (LSE:LLOY) is one of the United Kingdom's largest commercial banking and financial services companies, tracing its origins back to 1695. The group was formed through various mergers and acquisitions over centuries, with the modern entity taking shape following the 2008 financial crisis when Lloyds TSB acquired HBOS (Halifax Bank of Scotland) in a government-backed rescue deal. Today, Lloyds operates as a diversified financial services provider serving millions of customers across the UK through well-established brands including Lloyds Bank, Halifax, Bank of Scotland, and Scottish Widows. The company has undergone significant transformation in recent years, focusing on digital innovation, operational efficiency, and strategic repositioning to enhance shareholder returns while maintaining its position as a cornerstone of the UK financial system.
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Key dataOct 19, 2026
Open$5.43
From 52W high−13.85%
Volume14.05M
Market cap$77.55B
P/E (TTM)12.7x
P/S (TTM)0.9x
Div yield4.03%
Key dataOct 19, 2026
Open
$5.43
From 52W high
−13.85%
Volume
14.05M
Market cap
$77.55B
ValuationView details →
P/E (Fwd)
11.5x
EV/EBITDA
13.3x
P/E (TTM)
12.7x
RSI (14)
37.4
MomentumView details →
1D Return
−1.28%
YTD Return
+1.98%
SummaryUpdated Jun 1, 2026
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