Lloyds says UK economy could unlock GBP 250 billion if women start and scale businesses at men’s rate
LYG•Lloyds Banking Group estimates the UK economy could unlock up to GBP 250 billion if women start and scale businesses at men’s rate. Its analysis cites barriers including limited access to finance, investor networks, mentors and visibility.
1. Growth potential and barriers
Lloyds Banking Group’s analysis estimates that women starting and scaling businesses at men’s rate could unlock up to GBP 250 billion in UK economic value. It identifies limited access to finance, investor networks, mentors and visibility as barriers to business growth.
2. Support for entrepreneurs
Lloyds reported engaging 5,000 women entrepreneurs since 2024 and providing 18,000 hours of programmes and resources to improve funding readiness. The analysis also cites regional funding concentration outside London and calls for collaboration to widen funding pathways, expand local ecosystems and improve transparency.
