Barclays PLC 2006 AR2
The report highlights Barclays' financial and operational performance for the fiscal year 2006, during which the company achieved a 35% increase in profit before tax to £7,136m. In terms of sustainability, Barclays' UK operations achieved carbon neutrality through energy efficiency investments and purchasing 50% of its electricity from renewable sources. The company also expanded its financial inclusion efforts, increasing UK Cash Card accounts to 464,000 and supporting basic banking in South Africa through Absa. Additionally, Barclays updated its environmental and social risk guidance across 50 industry sectors and remained a member of the Dow Jones Sustainability and FTSE4Good indices.
Company: Barclays PLC
Sector: Financials
Country: United Kingdom
Year: 2006
Type: AR2
Pages: 310
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Barclays PLC
Annual Report
The report highlights Barclays' financial and operational performance for the fiscal year 2006, during which the company achieved a 35% increase in profit before tax to £7,136m. In terms of sustainability, Barclays' UK operations achieved carbon neutrality through energy efficiency investments and purchasing 50% of its electricity from renewable sources. The company also expanded its financial inclusion efforts, increasing UK Cash Card accounts to 464,000 and supporting basic banking in South Africa through Absa. Additionally, Barclays updated its environmental and social risk guidance across 50 industry sectors and remained a member of the Dow Jones Sustainability and FTSE4Good indices.
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Document Details
Report Year
2006
Reporting Period
Jan 1, 2006 - Dec 31, 2006
Fiscal Year
2006
Type
Annual Report with Sustainability Disclosures
Language
English
Pages
File Size
Standards & Assurance
Reporting Standards
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Renewable Energy
Women in Management
Employees