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Could you get cheaper loans under ‘significant’ FCA credit proposals?
The Financial Conduct Authority has launched a consultation which could lead to better access to credit for consumers and increase competition across the market, according to experts.
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Inheritance fights are on the rise – here’s why and what to do if it happens to you
Families are increasingly disputing inheritances, as age-related and economic factors force a tussle over the last will and testament of loved ones. What should you do if you find yourself in the middle of a fight over money?
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The northern powerhouse city where first-time buyers are snapping up properties
First-time buyers are “casting their nets” wider to find properties that match their budgets and lifestyles. We look at the top areas for first-time buyers.
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Nvidia results: Nvidia’s earnings nearly double as AI chip giant beats expectations again
Nvidia’s Q4 2026 results showed a 73% increase in quarterly revenue, with forward guidance implying accelerating growth next quarter
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What the government’s baby boomer retirement data says about the future of pensions
A study of the retirement routes of people born in 1958 paints a worrying picture for people’s pension savings
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What is the Ofgem energy price cap and what does it mean for your bills?
The Ofgem energy price cap is reviewed every three months. What is its current level and how does it affect bills?
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When is the Spring Statement and what's expected in it?
The Spring Statement might have less of an impact than the Budget, but the annual fiscal event is still key to understanding what is happening in the UK economy and where it’s headed
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NS&I cuts Premium Bonds prize fund rate and reduces chances of winning – are they still worth it?
Premium Bonds are set to become a much less competitive savings product as the estimated returns and chances of winning will be slashed from April.
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More than 200,000 landlords and sole traders ‘face up to 10%’ cost hike as Making Tax Digital looms
Around 212,500 UK businesses face potentially ‘tens of millions’ in extra accountancy costs under the government’s incoming Making Tax Digital initiative, experts have warned
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Inheritance tax investigations chase 14,000 bereaved families for underpayment
HMRC investigated a third more families over inheritance tax bills in the three years to April 2025 following a government crackdown on underpayments.
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What does the latest tariff turmoil mean for markets?
The legal underpinning for Trump’s ‘reciprocal’ tariff regime was rejected by the US Supreme Court last week, but the president has unleashed fresh turmoil on the markets. What does it mean for investors?
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Inheritance tax receipts rise to £7.1 billion as more families pay up
Inheritance tax receipts look set to hit another record high for Treasury this financial year
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How a ‘great view’ from your home can boost its value by 35%
A house that comes with a picturesque backdrop could add tens of thousands of pounds to its asking price – but how does each region compare?
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Best inflation-beating savings accounts to make your money work hard
Inflation eased in January, but it’s still above the Bank of England’s 2% target. We list some of the top savings accounts in terms of rates, where your money will grow in real terms.
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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 fell to 3.0% in January
After rising in December 2025, UK inflation resumed its downward trajectory in January 2026
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UK’s best and worst banks for current accounts revealed – the winners and losers
Monzo has been crowned the UK’s best bank for customer satisfaction, but which current account provider sits at the bottom of the list and how does your bank compare?
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Investment platforms offering measly interest rates on cash holdings – is your cash working hard enough?
The interest rate on cash you hold within an investment account can be as low as 0.75%. We look at the worst cash rates on the market, and what you should do with your cash instead.
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Leasehold reforms revealed: how the changes help you
The government has finally published its draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill. Here is what you need to know
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How should a good Catholic invest? Like the Vatican’s new stock index, it seems
The Vatican Bank has launched its first-ever stock index, championing companies that align with “Catholic principles”. But how well would it perform?
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The most single-friendly areas to buy a property
There can be a single premium when it comes to getting on the property ladder but Zoopla has identified parts of the UK that remain affordable if you aren’t coupled-up
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Saba recommends share tender offer if its Edinburgh Worldwide bid is successful
The US-based activist investor looks set to offer Edinburgh Worldwide shareholders a chance to sell their shares at close to NAV if they vote through its proposals for the investment trust’s board
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RICS: UK housing market showing signs of 'tentative recovery'
RICS members are becoming less negative about property sales and house prices. What does the latest data mean for the property market?
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New buy now, pay later rules confirmed – will they protect you?
Buy now, pay later borrowers are set to gain stronger rights and clearer information when they access short-term lending from 15 July, the FCA says.
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Watch out for Valentine’s Day scams – five common tactics to be aware of
Valentine’s Day is a prime opportunity for scammers to con you out of money – but there are ways to avoid being ensnared.
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Japanese stocks rise on Takaichi’s snap election landslide
Japan’s new prime minister Sanae Takaichi has won a landslide victory in a snap election, prompting optimism that her pro-growth agenda will benefit Japanese stocks
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Amazon shares fall on profitability concerns
A big increase in capital spending plans compounded an earnings miss for Amazon following its Q4 results
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Alphabet 'is planning a 100-year bond': would you back Google for 100 years?
Google owner Alphabet is reported to be joining the rare century bond club
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The single person pension shortfall in retirement: How to 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
