Strong Shareholder Distributions and Confidence in Strategic Outcomes
Ordinary dividend increased by 15% at the interim stage, with confidence in delivering higher and more sustainable returns. Reaffirmed guidance for 2025 and commitments for 2026.
Capital Generation and Return on Tangible Equity
Return on tangible equity of 14.1% for the half year, with 86 basis points of capital generation. Commitment to a cost-to-income ratio below 50% and more than 200 basis points of capital generation by 2026.
Broad-Based Income Growth
Net income grew by 6% year-on-year, supported by a 5% increase in net interest income and 9% growth in other operating income. Structural hedge income expected to rise by GBP 1.2 billion in 2025 compared to 2024.
Operational Efficiency and Cost Savings
Realized GBP 300 million of gross cost savings in the first half, contributing to a total of circa GBP 1.5 billion since 2021. Targeting a cost-to-income ratio below 50% by 2026.
Growth in Customer Balances
Group lending balances up by GBP 4.8 billion in Q2, driven by broad-based growth across all lending activities. Deposit franchise grew by GBP 11.2 billion or 2% in the first half.