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Pension tax-free cash withdrawals surged 61% last year in Budget-related frenzy
Rushing to take your tax-free lump sum isn’t the right move for everyone. We look at how to avoid retirement regret, and what to do if you took the money last year in response to Budget rumours.
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MoneyWeek quiz: Test your money knowledge
Quiz Test your understanding of past and present financial matters with MoneyWeek's money general knowledge quiz
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Emerging market stocks deliver strong growth at a bargain
Emerging markets offer access to some of the world’s most compelling investment themes – here's how to gain exposure
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When is the best time to go on holiday?
Planning to go on holiday this autumn? We explore the best value-for-money dates to travel so you can make the most of your getaway
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Why MoneyWeek likes investment trusts
Investment trusts offer benefits that other forms of fund cannot match, says Rupert Hargreaves
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Law Debenture’s portfolio should deliver strong returns
Law Debenture is a unique trust with a value-focused strategy that is doing well despite the weak UK economy
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European bank stocks bounce back
Opinion European bank stocks were part casualty and part cause of Europe’s lost decade. Now it’s clearly turned the corner, says Cris Sholto Heaton
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The ‘invisible’ millions: banking’s new frontier
Sponsor Content Created With Baillie Gifford
From microloans for farmers to insurance for gig workers, Baillie Gifford’s Ed Whitten discusses the high-impact financial firms with great growth potential.
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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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Triple lock alternatives: will the government reform the state pension?
The government has promised not to touch the triple lock this Parliament, but rising costs mean reform could be inevitable eventually
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Retirement confidence surges – but is it misplaced?
One in three now feel ‘very’ or ‘extremely’ confident about their ability to afford a comfortable retirement, but industry data paints a gloomier reality
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A voyage of discovery through the Baltic countries
Travel Max King explores the rich history, culture and cuisine of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania
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How to get free shares worth hundreds of pounds
Chancellor Rachel Reeves wants Brits to invest more to help them build long-term wealth. We look at some places you can start, and get a free share as a cherry on top.
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Average quoted car insurance premiums have dropped by 10.5% in the past 12 months – but for over 50s the long term trend is higher prices. We highlight clever tips to reduce your costs
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Does ‘sell in May’ work?
The old investing adage says we should sell our stocks in May and sit out the summer. Does this still apply?
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How to get a guaranteed income in retirement
Savers want certainty in retirement, with almost two-fifths naming guaranteed income as their main priority. An annuity can achieve this – but what other income options are available to supplement it?
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Waspi women: day in court against the government confirmed
Many women born in the 1950s got a raw deal due to the rising state pension age. The “Waspi” campaign group has been lobbying for compensation for years. We outline the journey so far and explore whether they might finally receive some money.
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How to invest £50,000
If you come into a sudden windfall or have excess savings in the bank, you might want to put the money to work. Three financial experts tell us how they would invest £50,000.
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Top financial priorities by age – and why a comfortable retirement may be out of reach
The cost of a comfortable retirement has risen, leaving it out of reach of even many of those who believe they are on track
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How inheritance tax trick is helping families save ‘six-figure sums’
Happy to skip a generation to save thousands on inheritance tax? A deed of variation could be the estate planning tool you need.
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Avoid the pensioner tax trap – six ways to reduce your tax bill in retirement
The state pension could rise by another 4-4.5% next April, before breaching the personal allowance a year later. It means more pensioners will be dragged into paying tax on their retirement income. We look at ways to cut your bill.
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How income tax is calculated
Millions of taxpayers face paying more income tax due to frozen tax allowances. We explain how income tax is calculated.
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ISA guide: everything you need to know for the 2025/26 tax year
We explain everything you need to know about ISAs: how they work, how much you can pay in, what investments you can hold, and how to transfer one
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The pros and cons of smart meters: Are they any good?
Smart meters can help you track and budget your energy usage. We compare them to regular meters and consider whether it’s worth getting one.
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27 August 1995: Rugby Union turns professional
On this day in 1995, the International Rugby Board agreed to bring the era of amateur rugby to an end.
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‘My NS&I one-year British Savings Bond is maturing – what should I do with my savings?
Thousands of savers will see their fixed-rate savings accounts mature next month. We consider whether you should stick with NS&I or move to a competitor
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London Stock Exchange gets go-ahead to run Pisces private stock market
The Pisces market will allow investors to buy and sell shares in private companies. But how will it work, when will it launch, and who is allowed to use it?
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The top UK cities to grow old in
Where you live can have a great impact on your life. From healthcare access to house prices, we look at the best cities in the UK to grow old in.
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Are wealthy whisky enthusiasts leaving Britain?
Collectables Wealthy whisky enthusiasts are heading to tax-friendly countries such as Dubai, where there is more disposable income to spend on collectable luxuries like rare whisky.
