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Santander to cut top 5.2% easy-access saver rate - is now the time to switch?
Santander is set to drop its 5.2% best buy rate on its easy-access saver in May. We have all the details, plus is now a good time to switch savings accounts?
By Vaishali Varu Published
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ONS reshuffles shopping basket to help calculate inflation – what are we buying and what have we ditched?
From air fryers to rice cakes and gluten-free bread – what makes up a typical basket of goods today? Here's what the ONS has set as its latest inflation shopping basket.
By Katie Williams Published
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MoneyWeek UK banknotes campaign calls on Bank of England to feature more women on our money
With a current ratio of three women to 16 men since 1970, is it time the Bank changed how historical figures are selected? MoneyWeek has today launched its Noteworthy Figures campaign ahead of International Women Day, calling on the Bank of England to feature more women on the back of UK banknotes
By Henry Sandercock Last updated
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Triple lock retained: what does the Spring Budget mean for pensioners?
The triple lock is safe for now, but income tax thresholds have been frozen. Is the government giving to pensioners with one hand and taking away with the other?
By Katie Williams Published
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Nationwide strikes deal to buy Virgin Money - what does it mean for customers?
Nationwide Building Society has reached an agreement to buy Virgin Money for £2.9 billion. But what does the takeover mean for customers, branches and products?
By Ruth Emery Published
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Halifax: House prices surge for the fifth consecutive month
The property market remains resilient as house prices grow for the fifth month in a row, latest Halifax data shows
By Vaishali Varu Published
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Budget 2024: Child benefit to be paid to more families
The chancellor has announced that the high income child benefit charge will be overhauled, meaning thousands more families will be able to keep their child benefit. We explain what’s happening.
By Ruth Emery Published
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Spring Budget 2024: government to pursue ‘pot for life’ pensions reform
In his Spring Budget, Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt said he wanted employees to be able to ‘take their pension pots with them’ when they change jobs.
By Henry Sandercock Published
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Budget 2024: Chancellor scraps holiday lets tax perks – is property investing still worth it?
News Chancellor Jeremy Hunt unveiled plans to abolish the furnished holiday lettings tax regime in his Spring Budget. We explain what this could mean for the housing market.
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Spring Budget: Hunt reiterates commitment to NatWest retail share offer
The NatWest shares could go on sale as early as this summer, with the government committed to exiting its stake in the bank by 2025/26.
By Katie Williams Published
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Spring Budget: What the latest National Insurance cut means for you
News Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced a 2p cut in National Insurance in his latest fiscal update – how much could you actually save?
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Budget 2024: National Insurance cut, a new British ISA, and reform of the child benefit charge - here’s what has been announced
The chancellor has announced a host of changes, including cutting National Insurance again, and abolishing some tax reliefs. Here’s how the Budget will affect your finances.
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Fundsmith Equity fund underperforms again - is it still a winner?
News Fund veteran Terry Smith has underperformed for the third successive year. Is it still worth backing his high-quality portfolio?
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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UK state pension could hit £13,000 ‘in next five years’
The state pension triple lock could add more than £1,500 to the state support if it’s continued beyond the next general election by the next government.
By Henry Sandercock Published
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What could the Spring Budget mean for Premium Bonds?
The chancellor is set to announce NS&I’s net financing target for the new tax year. Which way is it likely to go and what will it mean for Premium Bond holders?
By Vaishali Varu Published
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NatWest retail share offer could launch in June
The government could sell part of its stake in the high-street bank as early as the middle of this year. But are the shares worth it?
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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March 2024 NS&I Premium Bond winners – check now to see what you've won
If you’re a Premium Bond holder, you can check from today (4 March) for any winnings from NS&I’s March 2024 Premium Bond draw
By Vaishali Varu Published
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In the doghouse: hundreds of investment funds are underperforming - is it time to sell?
News The latest Spot The Dog research from Bestinvest reveals 151 funds are failing to beat their benchmark. We reveal the worst performers
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Nationwide: House prices creep up for the first time in over a year
Nationwide’s latest house price index reveals property prices are finally rising. Will this pattern continue in 2024?
By Vaishali Varu Published
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March 2024 Premium Bond winners – have you become a millionaire?
Two Premium Bond holders have become millionaires in the March draw. How much have you won and how can you check your winnings?
By Vaishali Varu Published
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Zoopla: Housing market rebound continues as buyer confidence returns
Falling mortgage rates and higher demand boost property sales. What’s in store for the housing market for the rest of the year?
By Vaishali Varu Published
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Thousands of pensioners forced to claim back huge amounts in emergency tax
Some retirees are losing more than £50,000 in emergency tax when they withdraw money from their pensions, which then has to be clawed back from HMRC.
By Ruth Emery Published
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Leasehold reforms progress through Parliament but have they been watered down?
The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill has passed its third reading in the House of Commons but campaigners feel let down
By Marc Shoffman Published
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One-year savings accounts beat the Bank of England’s base rate - should you fix your cash?
Several savings providers have upped their one-year rates meaning you can now earn more than the bank rate for the first time in over a month. Is now a good time to fix?
By Vaishali Varu Published
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Financial Conduct Authority launches £600k campaign to encourage savers to switch – how much more could you earn?
News The City watchdog wants to encourage more people to switch their savings
By Marc Shoffman Published
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73,000 fewer Premium Bond prizes on offer from March as fund rate falls to 4.4%
NS&I is set to drop the prize fund rate on Premium Bonds to 4.4% from 1 March. What does this mean for prizes and are more rate cuts coming?
By Vaishali Varu Published
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Couples urged to apply for the marriage allowance before end of tax year
News Married couples and civil partners could save up to £252 a year in tax by claiming the allowance - and receive a backdated lump-sum payment worth more than £1,000.
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Retailer price inflation falls to near-2 year low, new figures show
A fall in supermarket inflation led the way, with fresh food price hikes dropping significantly since January.
By Henry Sandercock Published
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American Express introduces 'Plan It' payment instalment option
News Amex users can now split parts of their credit bill into further instalments. Is it worth it?
By Marc Shoffman Published