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Four UK data companies to buy nowCompanies that create, harness or turn data into a valuable offering could be sitting on a hugely profitable gold mine. Rupert Hargreaves picks four of the best UK data companies to buy now.
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The 8% pension rule: what is it and is it enough to retire on?You are probably saving this amount into a pension each month without even realising. But what is the 8% rule and is it enough to give you a comfortable retirement?
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Wood-burning stove vs central heating ‒ which is cheaper?Advice After energy costs increased again, we compare wood-burning stove vs central heating to find out which is cheaper for your home
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6 ways to save on rail ticketsRail tickets will go on sale this week, offering discounts of up to 50% across thousands of popular routes. We look at the upcoming offers and other ways to save.
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The case for investing in Bitcoin in 2025Bitcoin has shown it is no fad or bubble and is set for growth under Donald Trump. It has a valuable role in portfolios, especially when paired with gold
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How changes to business property relief could impact your family businessThe rules on business property relief are a new headache for small firms
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AstraZeneca goes cheap – should you buy?The decline in AstraZeneca’s share price is overdone given the outlook, and the stock is cheap
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Share buybacks rise in the UK – what does it mean for investors?Share buybacks are gaining popularity in the UK – good news for investors
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Should you bet on US stocks?You don’t have to be bearish on US stocks to worry that they are now such a large share of global indices
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Starling launches easy-access saver paying 4% – is it a best buy?The digital challenger bank has launched its first easy-access savings account, available to current account customers. Is it competitive?
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Heated airer vs tumble dryer – which is cheaper?Is a heated airer or a tumble dryer more cost-effective when drying clothes indoors? We crunch the numbers
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Top UK stocks with healthy cash flows and dividend yieldsThree promising UK stocks according to Alan Dobbie, co-manager, Rathbone Income Fund
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Know which performance fees you’re signing up forPerformance fees and their timing can have a bigger impact on returns than you might think
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How do NS&I savings account rates compare? Advantages of using government-backed bankAdvice NS&I savings accounts offer security and tax-efficient options for your money. But how do its interest rates compare to the rest of the market?
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Are emerging markets ready to rally?With global interest rates falling, emerging markets could be due a revival. We explain where to look
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Lock in an 11% yield with SabreTips Sabre, a best-in-class company is undervalued due to low profits in the motor insurance industry. Should you invest?
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4 money moves to make post BudgetCapital gains tax has increased and inheritance tax perks are being reduced – here is how to bypass the Budget tax rises
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HMRC paper self-assessment deadline approaches – should you file your tax return by post?Advice Most people file their tax return online but there are benefits to completing your self-assessment forms by post
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4 small tech stocks for your portfolioTips The UK market has never been considered a fertile hunting ground for tech stars. But there are plenty of promising companies beyond the old economy, says Michael Taylor of Shifting Shares
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Free childcare support: what you’re entitled to and how to applyParents are now entitled to 15 hours of free childcare per week once their child turns nine months old – and the allowance will double next year. How do you apply?
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Is it cheaper to be a sole trader?It might be cheaper to be a sole trader due to changes to the tax system
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Pension moves you should make before Labour’s Budget raidSavers are maxing out their pension contributions while retirees are grabbing their tax-free cash amid fears of a tax raid in the Autumn Budget. We look at what you can do to prepare
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How to prepare your portfolio for the US electionThere’s still all to play for in the US election race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. What will victory for either mean for investors?
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Fractional shares allowed in ISAs, confirms HMRCAdvice The government has confirmed that fractional shares can be held in stocks and shares ISAs, junior ISAs, lifetime ISAs and child trust funds. What does this mean for investors?
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Buying vs renting: as mortgage rates drop, which is cheaper?Advice In the UK, buying a home has traditionally been the preferred option over renting. But is that still true?
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Top global fintech companies to invest inOne British fintech hogs the headlines, but there are two top performers in the US. We explain where you should put your money
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What financial support can you get if you are suffering with long-term illness?
Health is wealth and more important than any material riches. But too often, long-term illness brings financial worries of its own. What financial support can you get if you are ill?
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5 steps to shield your money from the taxman before the BudgetExperts have warned Labour is planning a tax raid in its upcoming Budget. We share five steps to shield your money from the taxman
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The trading apps that let you put fractional shares in an ISAAdvice HMRC is set to change ISA rules to allow fractional shares to be included in the tax wrapper. Here are the trading platforms and trading apps that support this.
