Latest articles by Katie Williams
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What is “Bed and ISA” and should you do it before the Autumn Budget?
Analysis “Bed and ISA” transactions are on the rise, as investors look to shelter more of their investments from income and capital gains tax. Do you need to act now?
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Murdoch-linked firm considers Rightmove bid
Shares in UK property portal Rightmove have soared on news of a possible takeover attempt. What does it mean for investors?
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Will the household support fund be extended?
The government’s hardship fund is due to come to an end in September, but Labour could extend the scheme as cost-of-living pressures persist
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Nvidia results beat expectations but share price tumbles
Investors have set a high bar for the tech stock, which unveiled its quarterly results yesterday evening
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Half a million pensioners still lumbered with a mortgage in retirement
Half a million pensioners are still paying off their mortgage in retirement, while more older borrowers are taking out home loans. Will your pension cover the costs?
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Zoopla: House prices are rising but it’s still a buyer’s market
The latest house price data from Zoopla paints a rosier picture for the housing market, but sellers shouldn’t get carried away when pricing their property
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Nvidia to unveil much-anticipated results – what can you expect?
Nvidia is set to deliver its quarterly results tomorrow, 28 August. After a disappointing earnings season for Big Tech so far, investors will be watching the AI stock closely
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How to invest £50,000
Three financial experts tell us how they’d invest the money – and diversification is key.
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What’s behind Big Tech’s big sell-off?
It’s earnings season in the world of Big Tech, but the focus has shifted away from individual company results to a broader rout in equity markets.
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Stock markets plummet as investors fear US recession
Markets have continued to tumble today, after weak labour market data in the US prompted fears of a recession last week. What does it mean for investors?
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What do interest rate cuts mean for investors?
We highlight some asset classes and sectors that could be poised to benefit from interest rate cuts
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Bank of England cuts interest rates for first time since 2020
The Bank of England voted to end pain for households and businesses today, cutting interest rates for the first time in over four years
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Grandparents will save their kids £7.7bn in childcare costs this summer – but what is it costing them?
New data shows 43% of grandparents regularly look after their grandchildren in the school holidays, saving parents a small fortune. What are the downsides?
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When will Labour's first Budget happen?
We now know the date for when chancellor Rachel Reeves will publish her first Budget. When is it and what could be announced?
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Who will be the next leader of the Conservative Party?
After the worst-ever Conservative election defeat, the race for Rishi Sunak’s successor is underway.
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Skipton launches a retirement bond with monthly income – is it any good?
Skipton building society has launched a new three-year fixed-rate bond for those aged 66 and over. Can it boost your retirement income?
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Government launches GB Energy – can it cut bills and boost the economy?
The clean power company’s first project will involve building offshore wind farms on land leased from the Crown Estate. Will it supercharge the economy and lower our energy bills?
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VAT hike on private school fees could come earlier than previously expected
The government could start charging VAT on private school fees as soon as January 2025, according to the latest reports. What does it mean for parents?
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Ryanair profits plummet by almost half – should you invest in airline stocks?
Airfares have fallen in recent months, impacting profits. Should you invest in airline stocks this summer season?
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UK dividend payouts hit record high in second quarter – can it continue?
Should income-hungry investors put their money in the UK stock market?
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Inheritance tax on track for another record year
Inheritance tax receipts have surged to £2.1 billion in the first three months of the new tax year. Will they continue to rise, and how can you slash your bill?
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Wage growth slows, but continues to outpace inflation
Despite slowing this month, wage growth remains high. What does it mean for households and will interest rates fall in August?
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Inflation stays at 2% – when will interest rates fall?
UK inflation remained unchanged in June after hitting the Bank of England’s target in May. What does it mean for households, interest rates and the economy?
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Is your money languishing in a closed account with a low interest rate?
If your savings are in an account which is no longer open to new customers, you could be earning a rubbish rate.
