Banking tax raid fears hit London lenders' shares ahead of crucial budget

Source: cnbc October 16, 2026 · 04:19
Banking tax raid fears hit London lenders' shares ahead of crucial budget
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Shares in some U.K. banks fell Friday after reports that the government is considering a higher surcharge on bank profits in the Oct. 28 Budget.
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