14 October 2016 – trading update

The group has revealed that third quarter trading covering the period from 1 July to 13 October has been in line with expectations.  All the group’s businesses have performed well during the period with Vanquis Bank delivering good growth and the home credit business being robust. The group’s funding and liquidity positions remain strong and Provident remains confident of delivering a good result for the year.  The shares remain ATTRACTIVE.