Latest articles by Daniel Hilton
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£125 million sitting in unclaimed Premium Bonds prizes – could some of it be yours?Every month, NS&I dishes out cash prizes to Premium Bonds holders, but millions of them go unclaimed. Here's how to find out if you have ever won anything.
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Could number skills help tackle the NEETs crisis?Podcast Around 40% of UK adults do not have a firm grasp on basic financial concepts - but for the growing number of NEETs, it could be the key to help them build a stronger future.
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What is your personal inflation rate and how do you calculate it?Rising inflation affects people to different degrees. Rather than rely on headline figures, it’s important to know how inflation impacts you personally.
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What will happen to UK interest rates in 2026?The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee held interest rates for the fifth consecutive time in July. With the inflation expected to rise, where will interest rates go next?
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When is the Autumn Budget and what should you expect?The new chancellor, John Healey, will present his first Autumn Budget later this year. When is it, and what will the Burnham government’s first fiscal event include?
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When is the next Bank of England base rate meeting?The Bank of England held interest rates at 3.75% in July 2026. When is the next Monetary Policy Committee meeting?
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NS&I boosts interest rates on 8 fixed-rate savings accounts – are they any good?NS&I has made their fixed-rate savings accounts more attractive. Are they the best on the market?
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Live: Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75%The Bank of England has held interest rates at 3.75% today for the fifth consecutive time, but an increasing number of rate-setters are calling for a hike.
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Is now a good time to buy a house?Higher housing supply may make it cheaper to get on the property ladder in 2026 but there are other factors to consider
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Price of a sea-view home surges by 27% – which coastal location has the biggest premium?The asking price growth for homes with a sea-view is outpacing the national average. We look at the places with the highest premiums.
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MoneyWeek Talks: Investing in Asia's engine of growthPodcast Asian small caps are often overlooked, but the right opportunities in the space can bring strong returns for investors.
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Could council tax and stamp duty be replaced with new tax?Number 10 has distanced itself from claims the prime minister Andy Burnham was considering overhauling the property taxation system, but how would a proportional property tax or land value tax work?
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Fuel prices rise as Iran war reignites – how much is a litre of petrol?Fuel prices are rising again after hostilities between the US and Iran reignited in July. How much will it cost to fill up your car?
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Britain's priciest postcodes by region – could you save thousands by buying next door?The property prices in the UK’s most sought-after postcodes can be lofty, but if you look for homes in the neighbouring area, you can often make significant savings.
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Average net worth in the UK by age — how does your wealth compare?We look at what the average net worth is in the UK, and help you work out where your wealth stands in comparison to peers.
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What is the Ofgem energy price cap and what does it mean for your bills?The Ofgem energy price cap is reviewed every three months. What is its current level and how does it affect bills?
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UK inflation forecast: where are prices heading next?Experts have revised their inflation expectations for 2026 due to the Middle East conflict. What’s next for prices?
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Consumer Prices Index release dates: When will next inflation data be published?The UK’s inflation reports are published monthly. When do they come out and where are prices heading?
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Where to find healthy profits in biotechPodcast Biotech has been misunderstood as inherently risky for years. But that is no longer the case.
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Burnham removes VAT from electricity bills – when will prices fall in 2026?Prime minister Andy Burnham announced plans to scrap VAT on electricity bills, but will the savings be enough to bring bills down this autumn?
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Andy Burnham becomes prime minister – what could be announced?The ex-mayor of Greater Manchester took up top job in politics after Sir Keir Starmer’s resignation. What does a new prime minister mean for you?
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Number of 45% taxpayers more than doubles in five years. What should you do if you’re in a higher band?Frozen thresholds mean that more taxpayers are dragged into higher tax brackets despite little change in their purchasing power.
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Could Shabana Mahmood succeed Rachel Reeves as the next chancellor?A new prime minister usually means a new chancellor too, and Reeves is expected to leave next week. Shabana Mahmood is leading the race.
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How to solve Britain’s growth crisis: MoneyWeek TalksPodcast Growth has been sluggish in the UK for years, and successive governments have failed to boost the economy. Economist Julian Jessop explains what can be done.
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