UK bank lending growth to fall to three-year low

UK · 2026-10-01

1. Step 1 · The triggerEconomic uncertainty and higher costs reduce credit demand from UK households and businesses, causing bank lending growth to slow.
2. Step 2 · Knock-onUK banks tighten credit standards and raise lending margins, making it harder and more expensive for SMEs to access finance.
3. Step 3 · Reaches youSMEs dependent on bank credit face higher financing costs and restricted access to working capital, constraining investment and operations.

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Source: City A.M.

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