Latest articles by Katie Williams
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Which taxes could go up in the Autumn Budget?
Rachel Reeves is set to deliver her first Budget on 30 October – and Keir Starmer has warned it will be painful. Which taxes could go up?
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Should you invest in China?
China is one of the world’s most remarkable growth stories, but its economy has been plagued by a property market crisis and weak consumer confidence in recent years. Does it still merit investor consideration?
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What is the Budget and when is it announced?
Labour will deliver its first Budget in over 14 years this month and Keir Starmer has warned it will be “painful”. For those too embarrassed to ask: what is the Budget and what time is it announced?
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Inflation drops below Bank of England target for first time in over three years
UK inflation slowed to 1.7% in September, boosting the chance of a more aggressive approach to interest rate cuts from the Bank of England
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Wage growth slows again – will interest rates fall in November?
Wage growth has fallen to the slowest rate in more than two years, suggesting the labour market is cooling. Meanwhile, the unemployment rate has fallen but is unlikely to complicate the picture for rate setters
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Winter Fuel Payment – what is it and who can get it?
Advice With energy bills rising again, we look at who can get the Winter Fuel Payment, how it works, and how to apply
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Chase slashes its easy-access savings rate – is it time to switch?
The Chase easy-access savings account has proved popular with savers thanks to its competitive rate and bonus deals. But, as the rate has dropped, has it lost its charm?
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Chase cuts rate on easy-access saver again – is it still a best-buy account?
The Chase easy-access account is a favourite with savers and used to offer one of the best rates on the market. How does it stack up after cutting rates this week?
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Do you qualify for the Winter Fuel Payment if you live abroad?
The Winter Fuel Payment will be means tested for expats living in Europe, in line with the new rules impacting those in the UK. But a quirk in the system means not all countries are eligible.
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What does a Labour government mean for your pension?
Pensions have been a hot topic since Labour’s general election win, with the government promising a “big bang of reforms to unlock growth”. Will further measures be announced in the Budget?
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Will the Autumn Budget impact investment markets?
Keir Starmer has warned the Autumn Budget will be “painful”. Will it impact investment markets and should you tweak your portfolio before 30 October?
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RICS: Estate agents say house prices are up for first time in two years
Estate agents say UK house prices are rising, as buyers and sellers gradually return to the market. But the picture is less positive for renters as buy-to-let landlords sell up
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FTSE 100 dividends: where to find the best yields for UK equities
FTSE 100 dividend forecasts have plateaued but investors can still find good yields in UK equities with payments expected to reach £78.6bn in 2024
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Will Labour change the rules on pension tax relief?
Pension tax relief costs the government almost £50 billion a year – but new reports suggest cuts are off the table at the upcoming Budget
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Investors pull money from UK equities as government warns of “painful” Budget
The government’s post-election honeymoon period has been short-lived, and investors are shying away from UK equities as a result
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Banks given additional 72 hours to investigate suspicious payments
New rules will allow banks to pause suspicious payments for longer, giving them time to investigate cases of potential fraud
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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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Best funds to add to your ISA or SIPP before the Budget
With Labour expected to increase taxes, ISAs and SIPPs could be a great way to protect yourself from CGT hikes. We look at the best funds to buy now
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5 steps to shield your money from the taxman before the Budget
Experts 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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Shop prices drop at fastest rate in over three years
Shop prices are falling overall but the cost-of-living crisis is not yet over as households navigate price rises in other areas
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Inheritance tax receipts continue to soar, up 9% before Budget
Inheritance tax receipts are up 9% on a year ago, the latest data covering April-August shows. Will the tax appear in Reeves’s Budget?
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Bank of England holds interest rates at 5%
The decision was widely expected, after the Bank of England warned interest rates would have to “remain restrictive for sufficiently long”
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Inflation held steady in August – will interest rates fall tomorrow?
It is the second month in a row where inflation came in at 2.2%, after creeping up in July. But a rate cut still looks unlikely from the Bank of England tomorrow
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Keeping up with the Bank of England – how rates and inflation impact your finances
Ignorance is not bliss when it comes to your personal finances. Here’s why you should follow what the Bank of England is up to.
