Chris Newlands
Chris is a freelance journalist, and was previously an editor and correspondent at the Financial Times as well as the business and money editor at The i Newspaper. He is also the author of the Virgin Money Maker, the personal finance guide published by Virgin Books, and has written for the BBC, The Wall Street Journal, The Independent, South China Morning Post, TimeOut, Barron's and The Guardian. He is a graduate in Economics.
Latest articles by Chris Newlands
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TSB profits hit by lower mortgage margins - this is what it means
The high street bank said its profits had been impacted by "challenging" market conditions. What is the outlook for TSB?
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King’s Speech 2024: Pension reforms, housebuilding and Great British Energy - here’s what has been announced
The King’s Speech sets out the new Labour government’s legislative agenda for the next parliament - from pensions and energy to housebuilding and leasehold reforms, here's what has been announced
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Trump Media share price soars after assassination attempt
The jump reflects a sense that the shooting has increased Donald Trump's odds of winning the US presidential election
By Chris Newlands Published
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UK stocks: Inflows jump 836% in the run-up to Labour election win
Broker Interactive Investor says net inflows into UK stocks jumped significantly in June
By Chris Newlands Published
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Burberry ditches CEO and dividend amid sales slump - what it means for investors
The UK luxury brand expects to report an operating loss for the first half of this year
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ISAs: Calls mount for overhaul of rules to reignite UK stock market
Broker AJ Bell has written to Chancellor Rachel Reeves to urge for changes to ISAs
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UK funds suffer worst outflows on record - here’s why
Since 2016, almost £55 billion has been withdrawn from UK equity funds by retail investors
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FCA makes sweeping changes to UK listing rules - this is what it means
The financial watchdog has set out the biggest set of stock market reforms in over 30 years
By Chris Newlands Published
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Private school fees: the pros and cons of paying up front
The new Labour government plans to remove the VAT exemption and business rates relief for private schools
By Chris Newlands Published
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Stock market delisting: Video games firm accepts £2.1bn bid in yet another blow to the LSE
Keywords Studios has backed a cash bid worth £24.50 a share from Swedish private equity firm EQT that will see yet another firm delist from the London Stock Exchange.
By Chris Newlands Published
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Tesla beats expectations on car deliveries - is now the time to buy?
News The electric car-maker dispatched almost 444,000 vehicles during the second quarter of 2024, up more than 14% on the first three months of the year.
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M&S, Sainsbury's and JD Sports to be questioned over low pay to shop staff
Pressure group will confront boards at AGMs this week over the hourly rate of lowest-paid workers
By Chris Newlands Published
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Revolut notches up record profit and hints at stock market flotation
The fintech giant is still waiting on a UK banking licence but nevertheless made a £438 million profit last year
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Nationwide, HSBC, Barclays and Virgin Money customers hit by payment issues
The problems have been compounded as Friday is the last day of the month when many people are paid by their employer
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Property prices to increase more slowly than people’s pay, says Zoopla
The property website says the typical house price is still almost £20,000 above affordability levels.
By Chris Newlands Published
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Deliveroo’s shares jump amid takeover talks
The British delivery company was the subject of merger interest last month - is it worth buying?
By Chris Newlands Published
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Alliance Trust and Witan merge in blockbuster deal - but what does it mean for investors?
The two investment trusts come together after a wave of consolidation in the sector
By Chris Newlands Published
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Quarter of adults ‘never expect to retire’ - are you saving enough for your pension?
A study from insurer Phoenix Group has found that one in four adults expect to keep working into their retirement.
By Chris Newlands Published
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Cruise control: Saga's travel arm has ‘exceptional’ start to year
/investments/stocks-and-shares/saga-cruises-exceptional-start The over-50s specialist says revenue from cruises is 14% higher. Is it time to buy?
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Half of pension savers have 'no idea' they are being charged fees
News Research shows 50% of Brits are unaware that they are paying fees on their pension pots
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FCA keeps watch on trading apps over gamification concerns
The UK financial regulator says push notifications and prize draws encouraging riskier trading
By Chris Newlands Published
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Car insurance: stripped back coverage confusing drivers, consumer group warns
Fairer Finance believes insurers' desire to stay at the top of price comparison tables is eroding trust. Is your car insurance cover adequate?
By Chris Newlands Published
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UK drinks maker Britvic rejects second takeover bid from Carlsberg
Danish brewer Carlsberg makes a £3.1bn offer for the Robinsons owner - but what does it mean for investors?
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Nvidia dethrones Microsoft to become world’s most valuable company - should you invest?
The chipmaker’s share price continues to soar, leaving all in its wake. What is behind Nvidia’s rise?
By Chris Newlands Published