Santander UK afronta un golpe de 120 millones por el recargo a la banca
El impacto equivaldrá al 0,6% del beneficio neto de todo el grupo en 2027 y se debe a la decisión del Gobierno británico de elevar del 3% al 6% el impuesto sobre las ganancias del sector. Leer
Santander UK anticipates a £120 million hit due to an additional 3% levy on banking profits imposed by the UK government. This will represent 0.6% of the group's 2027 net profit and is expected to be incurred between January 2027 and March 2028. The measure aims to allocate funds to alleviate the rising cost of living, primarily due to the energy crisis caused by the war in Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
The levy was introduced in 2016 at 8% and reduced to 3% in 2023, but the Labour government now seeks to restore the 8% rate. Analysts predict that Barclays will bear the brunt of the impact, followed by Lloyds Banking, NatWest, and HSBC. JPMorgan Chase may also face a significant hit, between £100 and 150 million annually. The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) acknowledges the prediction of £1.475 million in revenue, which already accounts for a £190 million decrease, assuming some banks will transfer profits outside the UK.
The sector's reaction to the levy has been relatively calm, as the proposed scenario is less severe than the alternative. Some industry experts, however, warn of potential repercussions, such as increased credit costs and further challenges to Britain's economic competitiveness.
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