The Mortgage Business Expo (MBE) London 2025 has reinforced its position as one of the leading events for the intermediary mortgage market, attracting a strong turnout of brokers, lenders and service providers from across the UK.
Held on 14th October at the Business Design Centre, the event recorded a 7% increase in visitor numbers compared with the previous year.
Attendees spent an average of five hours on site, taking part in seminars, networking sessions and exploring the exhibition.
The expo once again partnered with the Financial Intermediary & Broker Association (FIBA), reflecting a shared commitment to supporting brokers and promoting industry collaboration.
The seminar programme drew packed audiences, with the Bank of England’s Rob Elder delivering a keynote on the economic outlook.
A market overview panel chaired by Rob Barnard, intermediary relationship director at Pepper Money, explored current trends, risks and opportunities across the mortgage sector.
Other sessions covered regulated bridging, specialist finance, later life lending and technology, offering intermediaries practical insight and guidance.
Exhibitors praised both the turnout and engagement levels. Ben Hutchings, national account manager at Bath Building Society, said: “Thanks again for putting on a great expo in London. Great turnout of brokers which kept us on our toes most of the day. A lot of interest in our mortgages so thank you for this.”
Chris Monaghan, associate director of marketing at Nomo, described MBE London as “the best industry event of 2025.”
Broker attendees were similarly positive, with K Sivanesan of Mortgage4US calling it the “best ever mortgage exhibition in London,” while Amanda Chapman of Yellow Brick Mortgages said it was a “fantastic day.”
Mike Mikunda, event director for MBE, said: “It was fantastic to see such a strong turnout for MBE London this year.
“The event continues to go from strength to strength, and the feedback from brokers and exhibitors speaks for itself.
“We’re already looking forward to bringing the show to Manchester next July before returning to London again in October.”
Martin Reynolds, chief executive officer of SimplyBiz Mortgages and chairman of FIBA, said: “We really enjoyed another successful event.
“The panel debates and presentation sessions offered both variety and meaningful insight on a variety of topics and market dynamics.
“The exhibition hall was busy and at the FIBA stand we enjoyed many positive conversations about what we are trying to achieve, as well as an interest from advisers in extending their product offering to clients.”
