£2.5 billion investment for the West Midlands

Manufacturing businesses across the West Midlands are to receive expert guidance and funding, to capitalise on a new wave of economic opportunities. 

Lloyds Banking Group has announced £2.5 billion of new finance for businesses across the West Midlands in 2026. 

This new initiative is part of the banking group’s wider plans to make over £35 billion of new finance available to companies operating and investing across the UK. The bank’s latest research shows 92% of businesses have a clear view of their biggest opportunities for growth. 

Dave Atkinson, regional director for the West Midlands at Lloyds, said: “Lloyds Banking Group is proud to make £2.5 billion of new finance available for local firms in the West Midlands, helping them grow their business, invest in innovation and create new jobs. Whether it’s supporting a small company taking its first step into exporting, or a larger firm scaling up to meet growing demand, we’re committed to helping businesses turn their potential into growth.”