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Mortgage lenders to contact 1.6 million homeowners facing higher costs amid Middle East conflict
Rachel Reeves urges major banks to step up support for mortgage customers amid Middle East conflict
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Investing in European stocks: which sectors are good value right now?
Despite being hit by the outbreak of the conflict in the Middle East, some European stocks and sectors still offer value to investors.
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NS&I to pay out millions to bereaved families after ‘operational failure’
NS&I is expected to reunite tens of thousands of bereaved families with up to £476 million, after an investigation found the government-backed savings bank had lost track of some deceased customers’ money.
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How simplified advice rules could boost your pension and investments
The Financial Conduct Authority wants to remove some of the friction when it comes to getting financial advice
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UK inflation: What are the Consumer Price Index release dates?
The UK’s inflation reports are published monthly. When do they come out and where are prices heading?
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UK inflation live: Inflation remained at 3% in February
The Office for National Statistics (ONS) released its latest inflation data today (25 March).
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Pension transfers can take up to a month – is it worth moving your retirement savings?
Pension transfer times can be slow but it may be worth the wait for lower fees and less paperwork.
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Side hustle tax: Do you owe HMRC money?
Unpaid social media reviews of goods and services and extra efforts to earn income online could be liable for side hustle tax
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Crypto investors sent 100,000 capital gains tax warning letters – do you need to pay tax?
Investors in crypto assets have been sent 40 times more HMRC capital gains tax warnings than stock traders since 2020, a Freedom of Information request found.
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The best cash ISAs – earn up to 4.66%
Savings The best cash ISAs can help you earn you up to 4.66% on your cash. As the end of the tax year approaches, we look at the top deals on the market.
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The best one-year fixed savings accounts – earn up to 4.41%
Savings One-year fixed savings accounts are offering inflation-beating rates of up to 4.41%. We've rounded up the best deals available on the market now
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Why is the gold price falling?
The price of gold has fallen steeply in recent days, as the fallout from the Iran war unwinds this year’s gains.
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Rachel Reeves’s changes to ISA rules will not work
Opinion Rachel Reeves’s proposed changes to ISA rules will do nothing to support the British stock market. They will simply reduce choice and flexibility
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When is the Bed and ISA deadline? Cut-off dates for major investment platforms
Bed and ISA deadlines vary from provider to provider. As the tax year end looms, we list the key dates across major investment platforms.
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UK interest rates held at 3.75% as Iran war scuppers hopes of a cut
The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee held UK interest rates at 3.75% as conflict in the Middle East forced the committee to delay its cutting cycle.
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Millions face savings tax bills – how to shield your money
Millions of Brits could face savings tax this year as their interest earned exceeds the personal savings allowance. Are you at risk?
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UK wage growth slows to lowest rate in five years
The UK’s labour market was weakening at the start of the year, even before the onset of the conflict in the Middle East.
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Heating oil prices more than double after Iran war – what support can you get?
The price of heating oil, used by some in rural areas to warm their homes, has surged following conflict in the Middle East.
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Ovo Energy, British Gas, Octopus Energy: which are the best and worst energy suppliers?
Citizens Advice has ranked 16 energy suppliers for customer service but which one has been crowned the best and which one is the worst?
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£100 contactless card limit lifted – what does it mean for you?
Consumers can set their own contactless limits from 19 March 2026 under new rules from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
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ONS reshuffles the inflation basket of goods – what are we buying and what have we ditched?
Houmous and alcohol-free beer are in, premium bottled lager is out. Here's what the ONS has set as its latest inflation shopping basket.
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Pension tax relief: what it is and how it can boost your retirement savings
Most Brits don’t know their pension tax relief rate. As the end of the tax year approaches, savers may be missing a valuable opportunity to boost their retirement pot via this valuable perk.
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Scottish Mortgage proposes change to private companies investment policy
Investors in Scottish Mortgage will soon be asked to vote on a change to how the growth-focused investment trust approaches private company holdings
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Steve Webb warns of risks of government’s pension reforms
Government wants smaller defined contribution schemes to consolidate and back UK assets - what do the changes mean for you?
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ONS: UK economy flatlines in January ahead of Iran conflict
The Office for National Statistics said Gross Domestic Product showed no growth in the month to January ahead of a potential shock from the conflict in the Middle East
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Revolut secures full UK banking license – what does it mean for customers?
Revolut is now an official UK bank, following a four-year struggle to get regulatory approval. What will the move mean for customers, and is Revolut a good home for your cash?
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MPs launch inquiry into ‘unfair’ student loans – what will be looked at?
The Treasury Committee will look at whether repayment terms are reasonable for students amid major discontentment among graduates
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The commuter hotspots offering affordable homes and cheap travel. Is your local area on the list?
Savills has compiled a list of commuter hotspots offering cheap train travel and affordable housing
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Wildlife to replace historical figures on UK banknotes
It's goodbye to Shakespeare, Churchill and Austen on banknotes as the public votes for wildlife to feature instead. What wildlife do you want to see on them?
