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UK interest rates: Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75%The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee’s latest bank rate decision was announced today
By Sam Walker Last updated
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Do investors underestimate emerging markets?Charles Jillings, co-fund manager of Utilico Emerging Markets Trust, discusses the outlook for emerging economies and investment opportunities in utilities.
By Andrew Van Sickle Published
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Investing in the SEIS – big profits from small venturesThe government-backed and tax-efficient Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) is a tempting proposition for investors.
By David Prosser Published
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Reeves's gambling tax hike is a losing betOpinion The chancellor's proposed gambling tax rise is expected to raise an extra £1.1 billion. But the bet will not pay off, says Matthew Lynn, and will end up costing the country dear.
By Matthew Lynn Published
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Royal Mail is broken – can Britain's postal giant be saved?Royal Mail has been getting worse for years, and Ofcom's stern warnings and fines have made no difference. What went wrong – and is there any hope?
By Simon Wilson Published
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Will the government's Savvy Squirrel make people invest?If the Bake Off squirrel didn’t win your hearts, then perhaps Savvy Squirrel behind the government’s pet plan to make you invest will.
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick Published
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What is inflation and how does it affect you?The Office for National Statistics (ONS) releases UK inflation figures each month. What is inflation and how does it impact your personal finances?
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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UK inflation live: how has Iran war impacted UK prices?Live coverage of the March UK inflation data release as the Iran war’s impact on prices becomes known.
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
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How to invest as China comes back into fashionIt's time to invest in China as it benefits from a “vibe shift” among investors, says Alex Rankine
By Alex Rankine Published
