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EPC rating standards for private landlords set for major overhaul amid ‘biggest ever’ energy efficiency push
News The government wants landlords to achieve an EPC rating of at least C in private rented homes. The policy revives plans previously put forward by the Conservatives.
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Top global fintech companies to invest in
One British fintech hogs the headlines, but there are two top performers in the US. We explain where you should put your money
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How do NS&I savings account rates compare? Advantages of using government-backed bank
Advice NS&I savings accounts offer security and tax-efficient options for your money. But how do its interest rates compare to the rest of the market?
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Japan’s new PM Shigeru Ishiba calls snap election – why now?
The new leader, Shigeru Ishiba, has called a snap election seeking a new mandate just three days into his post. What does this mean for the country's economy?
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Global car shares slide amid lower demand in China – what happens now?
Has the car sector run into trouble? Britain’s Aston Martin and Germany’s Volkswagen are among the key automobile brands that have issued profit warnings.
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Chinese stocks rally – can it continue?
Chinese stocks surged after the politburo, led by President Xi Jinping, vowed to ramp up fiscal support for the world's second-largest economy. Should investors be cautious?
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Could mortgage rates fall further this year?
Advice Mortgage rates have dropped again after the Bank of England governor said it could be a “bit more aggressive” at cutting borrowing costs. Will they continue to fall over the rest of 2024?
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Will UK house prices fall? Latest property market predictions explained
House prices could get a boost from interest rate cuts, with mortgage rates falling rapidly. But will house prices rise or fall in 2024?
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Zoopla expects house prices to remain ‘subdued’ despite surge in buyer demand
News Zoopla’s latest house price index showed a fall in mortgage rates had boosted property market confidence. But a rise in supply has kept house price inflation in check.
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