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Lessons from Nobel Prize winners in economics on how to nurture a culture of growth
The Nobel Prize in economics went to three thinkers who show us why economies grow and how we can help them do so. Governments would be wise to heed the lessons
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Two of Britain's rarest gold coins
Gold coins from Britain are sought after by collectors around the world, says Chris Carter
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'It’s time for Rachel Reeves to secure her legacy'
Opinion Rachel Reeves has been a dreadful chancellor, and it's hard to see her remaining in office for another whole year. She could at least depart with some dignity
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Review: Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives – a luxurious island retreat
Travel Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives in the North Malé Atoll in the Maldives is a haven offering a wealth of activities and fabulous food
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Are you missing out on Pension Credit? How to claim the benefit worth £4,300 a year
News Thousands of eligible households are still failing to apply for Pension Credit. We explain who qualifies for Pension Credit and how to apply
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When will UK interest rates fall further? Latest Bank of England predictions
The Bank of England held interest rates at 4% in September. With inflation coming in lower than expected, an investment bank has revised its interest rate cuts forecast.
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What is inflation and how does it affect you?
The latest inflation figure is released each month. What is inflation and how does it impact your personal finances?
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When is the next Bank of England base rate meeting?
The Bank of England cut interest rates to 4% in August. When is the next Monetary Policy Committee meeting and will interest rates fall further?
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UK regions where property tax proposals could hit homeowners hardest
Rumours a mansion tax could be announced in the Autumn Budget are already hitting the housing market but homeowners are being urged not to panic yet
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How to find lost pensions, savings or investments
Losing track of money is easy to do when moving house or changing jobs so if you’ve lost touch with your cash. If this is you, then follow these simple steps to track down your lost pension, investments, savings or Premium Bonds
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Will taxes rise further in the 2025 Autumn Budget?
Tax hikes in the Autumn Budget are now widely expected as the only way for the chancellor to balance the Treasury’s books but questions remain over what – and who – Rachel Reeves will target
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Warm Home Discount offers £150 off energy bills – what is it and who can get it?
The Warm Home Discount is paid by the government to some households to help them keep the heating on during the winter. When is the discount paid, and who is eligible?
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When is the Autumn Budget and what should you expect?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to deliver her second Autumn Budget at the end of November – but what exactly does the fiscal event involve?
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When is the self-assessment tax return deadline?
If you are self-employed, rent out a property or earn income from savings or investments, you may need to complete a self-assessment tax return. We run through the deadlines you need to know about
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Is travel insurance worth it?
Travel insurance can add to the cost of your holiday, but it could be crucial if things don’t go as planned.
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The silver price is in freefall – is now the time to invest in silver?
Silver’s reputation as the ‘devil’s metal’ stems from its volatility. Is the recent fall in the silver price a chance to buy the dip?
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Family investment companies explained: how the ultra wealthy shield their money from the taxman
Wealthy families are increasingly turning to family investment companies to keep more of their money away from HMRC – but what are these arrangements and how do they work?
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Best fixed rate cash ISAs – earn up to 4.28%
We look at the best fixed rate cash ISAs on the market right now for savers who are willing to lock their cash away for guaranteed tax-free gains
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Best savings rates – earn as much as 4.75%
Savings The best savings rates on the market are offering up to 4.75% on your cash. Act fast before these top-paying accounts disappear
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Best regular savings accounts – get up to 7.5%
Savings The top regular savings accounts pay as much as 7.5%. If you’re looking to stash small amounts away each month, we list the accounts worth looking at
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Best easy-access savings accounts – earn up to 4.75%
Savings Easy-access savings accounts are offering inflation-busting rates of up to 4.75% on your cash savings, but they won't last for long. We look at the best interest rates on the market now
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UK inflation forecast: where are prices heading next?
The Bank of England expects UK inflation to have peaked in for 2025 September. Is inflation finally on the way down, and what does it mean for further interest rate cuts?
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What is the state pension age and when will you get yours?
Significant differences in life expectancy across the UK mean people in some areas will receive far fewer state pension payments than others, according to new research. We look at when the age is next scheduled to go up, and whether people could have to wait until their 70s, or even 80th birthday, to claim their state pension
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How to gift Premium Bonds
Could Premium Bonds be the gift that keeps on giving? We look at how to buy them for a child.
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Yoshiaki Murakami: Japan’s original corporate raider
The originator of Japanese activism, Yoshiaki Murakami, was disgraced by an insider-trading scandal in 2006. Now, he's back, shaking things up
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Cash in on the growth potential of electrification companies
Opinion Martin Todd, portfolio manager, head of sustainable equities, Federated Hermes, highlights three electrification companies where he'd put his money
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Galliford Try has firm foundations for strong growth
Builder Galliford Try has a finger in a wide range of pies, notably important work in the public sector
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Card Factory is a stand-out small-cap going cheap
In a digital world, we still value the personal touch. That’s good news for Card Factory, whose unique business model is suited to weather all economic storms
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8 of the best smallholdings for sale now
The best smallholdings for sale – from a medieval cross-passage farmhouse in Taunton, Somerset, to a former farmhouse with an orchard in the Welsh Marches
