Barclays investment bank income grows despite Venkat's overhaul plans
UKPulse Money Desk
Barclays' investment bank has seen its income grow, with equities income soaring 45% to £1.3bn in the second quarter alone.
- Barclays' investment bank made up 44% of the group's revenue last year, thanks largely to market chaos triggered by President Donald Trump's tariff trade offensive.
- The investment bank's income grew as a share for the group to 48.4% in the first half of 2026.
Barclays' investment bank could be in line for another major boost, despite CS Venkatakrishnan's plans to reduce its reliance on investment banking operations.
The bank's chief has promised a 'simpler, better and more balanced' bank, but market tensions have kept the investment bank centre stage across the group.
Why this matters: The growth of Barclays' investment bank income is significant because it may indicate that Venkat's overhaul plans are not having the desired effect.
What this means for you: If you are a Barclays shareholder, the growth of the investment bank's income may be a positive sign for your investments.