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How do ISA millionaires invest – and could you become one by 2031?
Hargreaves Lansdown says that their ISA millionaires invest regularly and early, while also having a preference for active funds. We reveal the top funds they invested in and how you could join the club by 2031.
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Private school fees rise by up to £111,300 as VAT policy kicks in
The cost of sending just one child to private school to age 18 has jumped by more than £100,000 as a result of VAT being introduced on school fees, new analysis suggests
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Best savings rates – earn as much as 4.75%
Savings With interest rates cut to their lowest level since 2023, lenders are dropping their rates. Here are the best savings rates on the market.
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Best regular savings accounts – get up to 7.5%
Savings The top regular savings accounts now pay as much as 7.5%. If you’re looking to stash small amounts away each month, we list the accounts worth looking at
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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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Best easy-access savings accounts – earn up to 4.75%
Savings Easy-access savings accounts now offer inflation-busting rates, but they won't last for long. We look at the best rates in the market now
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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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Which investments can I hold in a stocks and shares ISA – and which ones are banned?
HMRC has a list stating which investments are allowed in ISAs, but sometimes investors, and even ISA providers, get confused by the rules. Here’s what you need to know when picking your investments.
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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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Will gas and electricity bills fall? 2025 energy prices forecast
UK energy prices rose on 1 April, but Trump’s tariffs could lower energy bills going forward. What is the forecast for gas and electricity from July?
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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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Share tips 2025: this week’s top picks
Share tips Share tips 2025: MoneyWeek’s roundup of the top picks this week – here’s what the experts think you should buy
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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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The best bank switching offers – get up to £175
The list of best bank switching offers has slimmed down, but the top deal currently pays up to £175. Are you eligible, and how do you switch current accounts?
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CPI vs RPI inflation: what is the difference between ONS measures?
The Office for National Statistics calculates CPI, RPI and CPIH each month. What are they and what do they reveal about UK inflation?
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When will UK interest rates fall further? Latest Bank of England predictions
An interest rate cut looks likely when the Bank of England next meets on 8 May. How far will the base rate fall in 2025?
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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
