On July 25, 2024, Lloyds Banking Group plc reported a statutory profit after tax of £2.4 billion for the first half of 2024, down from £2.9 billion the previous year, reflecting a 9% decline in net income. The company reaffirmed its 2024 and 2026 strategic objectives, with loans and advances to customers increasing by £2.7 billion to £452.4 billion.