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Bank of England holds interest rates at 5.25% again
Interest rates have been frozen at 5.25% for seven meetings in a row. Here is what it means for your money. Plus, when will interest rates finally be cut?
By Ruth Emery Published
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What is inflation and how does it affect you?
Explainer Inflation has now hit the Bank of England's target. But what is it - and how does it affect your personal finances?
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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The evolution of the car industry
The car industry has faced sluggish sales and low levels of demand, which has thrown a spanner in the works of global car makers. But is it short-lived?
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
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SNP manifesto 2024: what money policies did John Swinney announce?
The SNP manifesto has been launched in Scotland, and makes several key commitments, including a pledge to end austerity and a commitment to rejoin the EU.
By Henry Sandercock Published
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Will capital gains tax rise after the general election?
We take a close look at what the political parties have said about CGT. Will they raise the tax or won’t they? Could investors and homeowners be taxed more?
By Ruth Emery Published
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What is Bill Gates' net worth?
Features Bill Gates is more than the man behind Microsoft. What is Bill Gates' net worth and how did he make his money?
By Jacob Wolinsky Last updated
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What could a general election mean for apprenticeships?
Labour and the Conservatives have competing approaches when it comes to apprenticeships and funding young workers. But how are they supporting small businesses?
By David Prosser Published
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RPI vs CPI inflation: what’s the difference between the ONS measures?
Explainer The Office for National Statistics calculates two measures: RPI and CPI inflation. Both tell us different things about the rate of price rises in the UK.
By Henry Sandercock Last updated
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Conservatives predict state pension will hit £13,200 by 2029
The UK state pension will reach £13,200 by the end of the next parliament, thanks to the triple lock, according to the Tories. We look at how inflation will affect the forecasts.
By Ruth Emery Published