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Edinburgh Worldwide votes and Saba shifts its investment trust strategy: live updates
Saba Capital, a New York hedge fund that requisitioned general meetings at seven UK investment trusts, changed course following six consecutive defeats before Edinburgh Worldwide vote
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Trump tariffs: market reaction and what it means for your money
US president Donald Trump has announced reciprocal tariffs as well as levies of 25% on all steel and aluminium imports. Follow for the latest in Trump's trade war.
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Single people face £2k retirement shortfall. Can you fill the gap?
Being single may have plenty of benefits but it could leave you with a retirement shortfall. But even as a single person, there are things you can do to plug the gap before you stop working
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First-time buyer market rebounds as interest rates ease and mortgage affordability improves
The average first-time buyer is now 33, and will spend an average of £311,034 on their first property
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January gold ETF flows surge on European demand
Europe has led a second consecutive month of positive gold ETF flows in January, as investors pour $3 billion into gold funds
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UK GDP: Economy unexpectedly stuttered into life in final quarter
The UK economy unexpectedly grew by 0.1% in the final quarter of 2024, beating expectations after zero growth the quarter before. We delve into the latest UK GDP figures.
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Most affordable cities for single homebuyers revealed
Buying a home by yourself? Analysis by Zoopla reveals the most affordable cities in the UK
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BP shares gain despite worst results since pandemic on activist investor hopes
BP’s shares are on the up despite poor Q4 results, as shareholders look to activist investor Elliott Investment Management to change the oil major’s course
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Saba Capital reveals new approach for investment trusts
Following defeat in its attempt to replace the boards of seven UK investment trusts, Saba Capital is now deploying a change of strategy as it tries to return liquidity to shareholders
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Landlords ordered to make rental properties more energy efficient by 2030
The government has said rental properties must have a minimum EPC rating of C by 2030. We explain how much it will cost landlords to upgrade their buy-to-let portfolio
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Big tech earnings: Amazon beats expectations but share price falls
Amazon's shares tumbled in after-hours trading after the company revealed a worse-than-expected outlook for Q1
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Starling Bank to scrap 3.25% interest rate from popular current account within days
Starling is to remove the generous 3.25% it pays on current accounts from next week – what does this mean for customers and should you move?
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Top 20 UK areas where house prices have ballooned in last 25 years
Some parts of the UK have seen house prices grow by 652% since the turn of the millennium
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House prices in Britain surge to a record high, says Halifax
House prices increased by 0.7% in January, the latest Halifax House Price Index shows
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GTA 6 release date: Is it game on for the Take Two Interactive Software stock?
TTwo’s earnings report last month confirmed that GTA 6 will be released in autumn 2025. Can investors cash in on what could be the biggest launch in entertainment in over a decade?
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Bank of England cuts interest rates to 4.5%: full updates and analysis
The Bank of England voted to reduce the base rate by 25 basis points at the first MPC meeting of the year on 6 February. Full coverage as it happened from the team at MoneyWeek.
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British Airways improves loyalty scheme changes - including ‘more generous’ bonus offer
British Airways has revisited the new rules for its Tier Points system and sweetened its bonus points offer.
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Renters' Rights Bill: how landmark reforms to end no-fault evictions will affect you
The long-awaited housing bill gets its second reading in parliament on Wednesday - how will it affect you?
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MPs launch inquiry into AI and financial services - is it time to regulate the robots?
The Treasury Committee is looking into the risks and rewards from the rise of artificial intelligence in financial services
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Dry January for UK equity funds as withdrawals hit £1 billion — where are investors putting their money?
Equity funds got off to a poor start in the new year, posting net outflows in January for the first time since 2023.
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Heathrow's third runway cleared for take-off – but will it boost growth?
Heathrow Airport will finally get its third runway but critics argue a bigger Heathrow isn't the answer to boosting growth.
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China's DeepSeek AI is a 'Sputnik moment' for the US
The US is facing a new “Sputnik moment” with the sudden appearance of China's DeepSeek AI firm wiping $1 trillion off the value of US tech stocks.
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5 of the best gold ETFs
News The best gold ETFs, which offer an accessible way to protect portfolios.
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Millions missed self-assessment deadline as HMRC hikes interest rate for late payments - what it means for your tax bill
Late self-assessment filers could be hit with higher interest rate charges that were buried in the Autumn Budget. Experts say it is unfair and represents a “hidden tax rise”. We explain how it works, and how to avoid it
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Deadline to top up state pension looms – should you buy National Insurance credits?
News Workers have until 5 April to make a backdated claim for NI credits to 2006, which could boost their state pension by thousands of pounds
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Are European stocks too cheap to ignore?
European stocks have enjoyed a surprisingly strong start to the year, with investors piling in despite the many problems facing the continent.
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Santander to end £150 bank switching deal this week
You have until the end of day on 5 February to request a switch and be entitled to the free cash from Santander.
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Premium Bonds winners – who won the February £1 million jackpot?
NS&I has unveiled February’s Premium Bonds winners. Who bagged the jackpot and what other prizes are on offer?
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10 cheapest cities to rent in England
As rent prices increase it’s good to know where renters can get the cheapest rent, and which are the least affordable areas to avoid.
