Broker repeats 'sell' on Lloyds despite strong first-quarter beat

Shore Capital has reiterated its 'sell' recommendation on Lloyds Banking Group PLC (LSE:LLOY) with a 91p target price, arguing that a strong first-quarter performance is already reflected in a share price that has gained 34% over the past year. The broker pointed out that the stock is trading at approximately 1.7 times first-quarter tangible net asset value, a level it considers stretched given the risks still facing the group.