Connected
Simplify FX. Streamline Operations. Stay in Control.
Connected is provided by Lloyds Bank
Connected, designed to support real business needs
Designed for clients, by clients
Intuitive tools, transparent pricing, and a platform shaped by client feedback.
Trade anywhere, anytime
Access FX markets on mobile, tablet, or desktop.
Informative data, faster decisions
Gain foresight with scenario analysis, monitor live rates, and turn insights into action.
Connected your way
- Flexible
Quote and execute FX trades, hedge bills and invoices wherever you are.
- Insight
Explore FX past and present with access to 18 months of trade history and timely market data.
- Clarity
Customise your dashboard to see what matters most.
- Transparent
Manage risk with confidence, with full pre and post-trade pricing.
From accounts to action, in one place
- Integrate
Seamlessly link your accounting software to bring FX and finance together.
- Efficient
Pre-filled FX quotes allow you to hedge your bills and invoices in just two clicks.
- Compatible
Connected works with leading accounting platforms or with manual Excel upload.
Get a clear picture with scenario analysis & insights
Start using Connected
Set up Connected
For businesses with:
- £3 million to £100 million turnover
- annual FX requirement of £500,000+
Move from Arena to Connected
Connected trading hours are 7am to 6pm Monday to Friday, except public holidays.
Frequently asked questions
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Connected has been designed for clients, by clients. It has been optimised for small to medium sized businesses (£3m to £100m) who are looking to more efficiently manage their risk, understand their exposures and streamline their processes.
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We are currently developing this capability, and by the end of 2025 Connected will be compatible with many commonly used accounting software packages, including: Xero, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Oracle NetSuite, QuickBooks Online & Desktop, Sage 200 Standard, Sage 50 and more.
Our manual excel upload feature will also allow users of any accounting software package to upload their data via our template and benefit from our market-leading risk management tools.
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Yes! We are in the process of offering Connected to our existing Arena clients.
If you’d like to be onboarded now email or call your usual Markets contact, or complete our register your interest form.
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Complete the register your interest form and we will be in touch. Otherwise call our Markets Team on 0345 8774 451.
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Our Lloyds Bank Markets team will be in touch on the contact details you’ve provided.
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Yes! Connected is available both on desktop and with fully optimised mobile screens so you can view rates and book transactions on the go.
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Our current trading hours are 7am to 6pm Monday to Friday, except public holidays.
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Email ebusiness@lloydsbanking.com to report any issues with the Connected platform.