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Inheritance tax on track for another record year
Inheritance tax receipts have surged to £2.1 billion in the first three months of the new tax year. Will they continue to rise, and how can you slash your bill?
By Katie Williams Published
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UK inflation: Consumer Price Index (CPI) release dates
UK inflation held steady in June. When is the next Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, and will inflation continue to slow down?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Bank of England resolves payments issue that threatened home sales
News Homebuyers and sellers faced an anxious wait for funds to clear on property transactions today due to issues hitting the Bank's CHAPS service.
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Wage growth slows, but continues to outpace inflation
Despite slowing this month, wage growth remains high. What does it mean for households and will interest rates fall in August?
By Katie Williams Published
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Rents set to rise as 'peak lettings season' begins
News Landlords have seen their buy-to-let portfolios hit by a decline in rental growth so far this year but they may benefit from a busy summer season
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Will Labour axe the 25% pension tax-free cash?
With a pension review on the way, some savers are worried that the government could change or scrap the popular tax-free cash perk
By Ruth Emery Published
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King’s Speech 2024: Labour government vows to abolish ‘feudal’ leasehold system
News Legislation to fill the gaps in leasehold reform have been announced. Here is how it could help homeowners
By Marc Shoffman Published
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ONS: UK house price growth hit 14-month high in May
News Better economic data boosted house prices in May - is now the time to buy?
By Marc Shoffman Published
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King’s Speech 2024: Pension reforms, housebuilding and Great British Energy - here’s what has been announced
The King’s Speech sets out the new Labour government’s legislative agenda for the next parliament - from pensions and energy to housebuilding and leasehold reforms, here's what has been announced
By Chris Newlands Published
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Inflation stays at 2% – when will interest rates fall?
UK inflation remained unchanged in June after hitting the Bank of England’s target in May. What does it mean for households, interest rates and the economy?
By Katie Williams Published
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Trump Media share price soars after assassination attempt
The jump reflects a sense that the shooting has increased Donald Trump's odds of winning the US presidential election
By Chris Newlands Published
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Grocery inflation at lowest level in almost three years
Supermarket sales were strong this month, partly driven by a boost from the Euros, but grocery inflation continues to slow.
By Katie Williams Published
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UK stocks: Inflows jump 836% in the run-up to Labour election win
Broker Interactive Investor says net inflows into UK stocks jumped significantly in June
By Chris Newlands Published
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The King’s Speech: what will be included?
Labour's legislative agenda will be set out in the King’s Speech. But when it will take place, and what policies are likely to be included?
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Banking complaints hit highest level in a decade
The number of customers unhappy with banking services has hit a 10-year high, according to the Financial Ombudsman Service
By Vaishali Varu Published
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Burberry ditches CEO and dividend amid sales slump - what it means for investors
The UK luxury brand expects to report an operating loss for the first half of this year
By Chris Newlands Published
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ISAs: Calls mount for overhaul of rules to reignite UK stock market
Broker AJ Bell has written to Chancellor Rachel Reeves to urge for changes to ISAs
By Chris Newlands Published
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French election: an unexpected win for the left-wing
The snap French election delivered a stalemate. What does this mean for the country's stability?
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
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Rightmove: UK asking prices drop as sellers try to tempt busy buyers from election and Euro 2024
News Property sellers are taking action to boost demand as buyers await interest rate cuts. Is now the time to buy?
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Water bills to soar by an average £19 a year over the next five years, Ofwat warns
New Ofwat proposals mean that water companies could receive £16 billion lower than expected, while consumers will see water bills rise by roughly £94 over the next five years
By Oojal Dhanjal Published
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Paramount merger: what does this mean for its shares?
The Paramount merger with Skydance Media will create a group worth $28 billion. But what will this mean for its stock?
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
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Indivior shares plunge as it's set to discontinue a key treatment
Indivior shares dip as its key treatments disappoint the market. What happens next?
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
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UK funds suffer worst outflows on record - here’s why
Since 2016, almost £55 billion has been withdrawn from UK equity funds by retail investors
By Chris Newlands Published
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Property transactions taking longer to complete – how to speed-up your home sale or purchase
News It takes around 115 days for a property sale to reach exchange in England and Wales. We explain what is causing the backlog and how to clear it
By Marc Shoffman Published
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FCA makes sweeping changes to UK listing rules - this is what it means
The financial watchdog has set out the biggest set of stock market reforms in over 30 years
By Chris Newlands Published
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Private school fees: the pros and cons of paying up front
The new Labour government plans to remove the VAT exemption and business rates relief for private schools
By Chris Newlands Published
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General election 2024: who’s in the Labour cabinet?
A new Labour cabinet has been appointed by Keir Starmer after his party won the general election. Here’s the latest on who’s in it
By Henry Sandercock Last updated
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UK economy grew faster than expected in May
The latest economic growth data paints a promising picture, with GDP coming in higher than expected in May. What does it mean for interest rates?
By Katie Williams Published
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RICS: UK election result and interest rate cuts will get property market moving
News The return of political stability and hopes of a fall in the cost of borrowing could give the housing market a boost during the second half of the year - is now the time to buy?
By Marc Shoffman Published