Lloyds Bank is a major British retail and commercial bank, part of Lloyds Banking Group, rooted in Birmingham (1765) and now headquartered in London.
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Lloyds Bank has reported that UK house prices have fallen 0.4% year on year in August, marking the first annual decline since November 2023. The typical UK price is 298,468 pounds, with monthly changes showing a 0.2% decrease in August after July. Experts say prices remain higher than pre-pandemic levels, but affordability pressures persist across regions. Analysts forecast ongoing subdued activity in the coming months as borrowing costs and geopolitical tensions weigh on sentiment.
England's rugby union head coach Steve Borthwick has had his contract extended past the 2028 Six Nations to provide certainty ahead of next year’s World Cup in Australia. The RFU says the move will allow time to decide leadership beyond the tournament while backing the team if they perform well in Australia.
UK consumer confidence has improved to a two-year high, led by expectations of better personal finances and economy, but economists warn that inflation and energy costs could erode gains. Separate data show rising unsecured lending and a two-year high in consumer sentiment, while mortgage approvals remain subdued and borrowing costs are a concern for households.