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04 Aug 2026, 08:21 UTC · 2h ago
Metro Bank shares slide despite best ever half-year profit
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Metro Bank reported its most profitable half-year in history, with underlying pre-tax profit rising 34% to £61 million. — Record profitability and strong growth in pre-tax profit typically signal strong operational health and future earnings potential.
+0.60Core lending increased 43% year-on-year, supported by a record credit-approved pipeline. — Significant loan growth and a strong pipeline indicate successful market share capture and future revenue expansion.
+0.50Metro Bank reaffirmed its guidance for return on tangible equity to exceed 13% in Q4, rising above 15% in 2027 and 18% in 2028. — Maintaining long-term efficiency targets provides investors with a clear roadmap for profitability and valuation growth.
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Metro Bank's share price fell 9.3% following the announcement despite the positive financial results. — The immediate price drop suggests a negative short-term market sentiment or profit-taking, offsetting the fundamental gains.
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The company reported its most profitable half-year ever with strong growth in core lending and profit, despite a short-term share price drop attributed to profit-taking.
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