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How much state pension will I get?
There are several things that determine how much state pension you'll get when you hit state pension age. Here's how to work out your entitlement
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How do ISA millionaires invest – and could you become one by 2032?
Hargreaves Lansdown says that their ISA millionaires invest regularly and early, with a preference for active funds. We reveal the top funds they invested in – and how much you would already need in your portfolio to join the club by 2032.
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Are Premium Bonds worth it? Two-thirds of holders have never won a prize
More than 14 million Premium Bonds holders have never won despite increases in the number of prizes worth £50 and £100
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How to buy gold coins
As gold prices rise in the face of global uncertainty, could a gold coin be a good way to preserve wealth and memories?
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Why did Labour take over British Steel – was it a good idea?
The government has stepped in to take control, not ownership, of British Steel, citing national security and other factors. But does that make sense?
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Should you invest in UK dividend stocks?
UK dividends totalled £14 billion in the first quarter, falling 4.6% annually but still beating expectations. Which sectors were the top payers, and will Trump’s tariffs prompt cuts?
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8 of the best properties for sale by the sea
This week: the best properties for sale beside the sea – from a six-storey Georgian townhouse in Tenby, Pembrokeshire, to a house on Scotland’s Knoydart peninsula overlooking the Sound of Sleat
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Equity release vs downsizing house – which is best?
Downsizing and equity release are both popular ways to unlock the capital in your home. We weigh up the pros and cons of each.
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Review: Andronis Minois and Andronis Arcadia – two Greek island idylls
Travel Andronis Minois on Paros and Andronis Arcadia on Santorini are two beautiful, authentic hotels on two different islands in Greece
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Has Trump brought the reign of King Dollar to an end?
Stocks soared late last year on bets that Trump would initiate an American golden age. It hasn’t worked out like that. The dollar has weakened in 2025, says Alex Rankine
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'Rachel Reeves' plan to force pension funds into UK assets won't work'
Opinion Hustling pension fund cash into British assets sounds like a good idea. It would be better to make Britain an attractive place to invest, says Matthew Lynn
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Precision-engineered profits: How to invest in genomics
Developments in genomics are enabling the rise of personalised medicine, with therapies tailored specifically for individuals. Smart investors should buy in now, says Matthew Partridge
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Tap into investment trusts to profit from private equity
Opinion The investment companies providing access to unlisted firms’ robust growth are looking cheap, says Max King
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Elliot Grainge: the music mogul of the TikTok age who will now helm Atlantic Records
Elliot Grainge, the entrepreneur behind the upstart music producer 10K Projects, has taken over the top job at Atlantic Records, the label synonymous with musical greats. Can he transform its prospects?
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Should you invest in Tesla?
Tesla shares still look expensive, despite plunging 48% in recent months
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DWP announces small pension pot shake-up – could you get £1,000 retirement savings boost?
If you have old pension pots, you risk paying high fees or losing track of them. We look at what the government's small pensions pot consolidator plan could mean for you
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How increasing pension contributions can boost your Child Benefit and your retirement
Parents affected by the High Income Child Benefit tax Charge (HICBC) could boost their pension savings and increase the amount of Child Benefit they get
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Can Donald Trump fire Jay Powell – and what do his threats mean for investors?
Donald Trump has been vocal in his criticism of Jerome "Jay" Powell, chairman of the Federal Reserve. What do his threats to fire him mean for markets and investors?
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Millions are being hit by ‘significant stealth tax’ – will you have to pay more to HMRC?
A staggering 17.9 million people look set to start paying basic-rate income tax, while 12 million may be dragged into the higher-rate band, by 2027/28. We explain what fiscal drag is and how you can prepare
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How much tax do I pay on investments?
Are you worried about taxes biting into your profits? We explain how much you’ll pay and look at ways to keep more of what you earn through investing
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What is capital gains tax and how does it work?
The government raked in £13 billion from capital gains tax in 2024/25. But how does the tax work, and when do you pay it?
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Premium Bonds hotspots: The UK counties with the best chances of winning
Millions of people across the UK hold money in Premium Bonds, but are you more likely to win if you live in a certain part of the country?
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Is investing in AIM still worth it after IHT clampdown?
HMRC expects to rake in £110 million a year from upcoming inheritance tax changes on AIM shares. The tax relief will be cut from April 2026, meaning you could find yourself paying 20% in inheritance tax.
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AI in finance: how is technology changing financial advice?
There are huge opportunities for AI to improve and democratise financial services, particularly financial advice. But is the regulatory environment ready for AI to become mainstream in finance?
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Out of America's shadow: Why Trump's tariff chaos may be good for non-US stocks
Opinion Upending global investment and trade could benefit other countries at the expense of the US market, says Cris Sholto Heaton
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10 ways to cut your capital gains tax bill
Higher capital gains tax rates now have to be factored into our annual financial planning – but these 10 steps could help you cut your bill
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What is the state pension triple lock?
The UK state pension triple lock is loved by pensioners but hated by economists. But what is the triple lock – and what does its future hold?
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LendInvest: a promising fintech firm going cheap
Opinion LendInvest has made some mistakes in the past, but it’s now primed for growth, says Rupert Hargreaves
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What caused the Birmingham bin strike – and what does it mean for British businesses?
The Birmingham bin strike is the fallout from an equal-pay claim brought by female cleaners. That bodes ill for the rest of British business
