Investing
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Gold price set to end 2025 at record highs
The price of gold hit a new all-time high late in December, suggesting a strong finish to an outstanding year for the yellow metal
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Leasehold reforms delayed until the new year: how the changes help you
The government has blamed “unforeseen delays” after it broke a pledge to introduce the Leasehold and Commonhold Reform Bill before the end of 2025. Here is what you need to know
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Ovo Energy, British Gas, Octopus Energy: which are the best and worst energy suppliers?
Citizens Advice has ranked 16 energy suppliers for customer service but which one has been crowned the best and which one is the worst?
Personal Finance
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Are you being haunted by the ghost of Christmas past? How festive cutbacks could boost your long-term wealth
The average family spends around £1,000 over the Christmas season. Here’s how much you could have gained if you had invested some of the money instead.
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Will gas and electricity bills fall? Energy price forecast
Billpayers in the UK have seen their energy bills rise by around £35 a year after the October price cap was introduced. Where will prices go next?
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Inheritance tax climbdown as agricultural property relief threshold raised
Reforms to agricultural property relief had sparked strong opposition, and the government has now diluted its controversial inheritance tax plans for farmers
Economy
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Key money dates for 2026
We run through the key dates and big money changes coming up in 2026 that could affect your financial health
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The steady rise of stablecoins
Innovations in cryptocurrency have created stablecoins, a new form of money. Trump is an enthusiastic supporter, but its benefits are not yet clear
Property
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8 of the best houses for sale with beautiful fireplaces
The best houses for sale with beautiful fireplaces – from a 15th-century cottage in Kent to a 17th-century palazzo in Oxfordshire
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Is now a good time to buy a house?
Interest rate cuts may make it cheaper to get on the property ladder in 2026 but there are other factors to consider
Savings
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Best savings rates – earn as much as 4.5%
Savings The best savings rates on the market pay up to 4.5% on your cash – despite the Bank of England's pre-Christmas rate cut. Act fast before they 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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The best one-year fixed savings accounts – earn up to 4.46%
Savings One-year fixed savings accounts are offering inflation-beating rates of up to 4.46% despite the Bank of England's rate cut. We've rounded up the best deals
More from MoneyWeek
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How Virgin Flying Club works as tens of thousands to get bonus points from next month
Tens of thousands of Virgin flyers could get a points boost next year as the airline’s new loyalty reward scheme comes into play in 2026. Are you eligible?
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Too embarrassed to ask: what is a p/e ratio?
Videos Find out how to use the price/earnings ratio (p/e ratio for short) – a useful starting place for investors looking to value a company.
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The top last-minute Christmas gifts
It’s not too late to give the perfect present this festive season – we round up a selection of last-minute Christmas gifts worth giving
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Lights, camera, action: Where to see the Northern Lights
The Northern Lights are the most spectacular they’ve been in years. Here’s where to see them
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8 of the best ski chalets for sale now
The best ski chalets on the market – from a traditional Alpine-style chalet in Switzerland to an award-winning Modernist building in Japan’s exclusive ski areas
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The best Christmas gifts for your loved ones
We round up the best Christmas gifts with a touch of luxury to delight, surprise and amaze family and friends this festive season
