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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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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.
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Nationwide: House price growth slows but remains resilient
The annual rate of house price growth slowed from 4.7% to 4.1% in January, according to Nationwide’s House Price Index
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Zoopla: UK house price growth hits three-year high amid stamp duty rush
Zoopla's latest house price index reveals house price growth as buyers rush ahead to avoid avoid higher stamp duty bills from April
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How the end of Spain’s Golden Visa and property sale restrictions could affect you
Spain is looking to protect its housing market but it may make the country less desirable for British retirees
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DeepSeek: Chinese chatbot sends shockwaves through US stock market
China’s launch of a cheaper, more efficient version of ChatGPT could challenge Silicon Valley’s dominance in the AI race
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What the government's defined benefit pension scheme raid means for you
The government wants to let companies use extra final salary scheme funds to boost the economy but there are risks involved. What does it mean for you if you have a defined benefit pension?
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Average rents drop for first time since 2019 - what does it mean for buy-to-let landlords?
The rental market is starting to cool, with more supply and less demand, says Rightmove. That’s good news for tenants, but where does it leave landlords?
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Where to find the best UK dividends
Despite an increase in headline dividend payouts, underlying UK dividends fell in 2024, and in 2025 UK equities could yield less than government bonds
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Home insurance and storm damage: how the 55mph storm damage definition could affect you
If Storm Éowyn damaged your home, then this 55mph could mean you may not be able to make a claim on your home insurance
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What does Big Tech's alliance with Trump mean for the US?
The alliance between Big Tech and the new US president Trump is causing concern
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Chancellor set to ‘tweak’ non-dom clampdown amid UK wealth exodus
Non-dom status is set to be scrapped but the transition period may be extended to bring more wealth to the UK
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Herald shareholders vote down Saba proposals
Saba Capital’s attempt to take control of seven UK investment trusts has stumbled at its first hurdle, as Herald shareholders vote down proposals
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Luxury stocks rally after Richemont sales boom
Cartier owner Richemont’s robust results have boosted sentiment about luxury stocks – but are investors getting carried away?
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Has inflation been tamed in the UK?
After a surprise drop in inflation, the Bank of England is set for more rate cuts in the year ahead. But investors are cautious about pricing in too many cuts
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Trump's first week: what does it mean for your money?
From the stock market impact to tariffs and inflation, what will Trump's second term mean for your money?
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House price affordability improves, but average first-time buyer still paying five times salary
Nationwide has reported a “modest improvement” in house price affordability over the past year, with wages outstripping house price growth, but challenges remain.
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HMRC vows to tackle overtaxed pension scandal as pensioners reclaim millions
Pensioners claimed almost £50 million in pension tax overpayment refunds in the past three months. Now, HMRC says it wants to improve the system so pension savers “pay the right amount of tax from the outset”. We explain what’s changing
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Global ETF assets surpass $15 trillion
Research from HANetf shows that assets under management in European ETFs grew 26% year-over-year, with active ETFs surging in popularity
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Inheritance tax receipts surge 10% – HMRC on track for another record year
HMRC collected £6.3 billion in inheritance tax during the first nine months of the tax year – £600 million more than the same period a year ago
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Rightmove: new year asking prices rise as record numbers of homes hit the market
Is now the time to sell as buyers look to beat the stamp duty deadline?
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Gilt yields soar to highest level since 2008: what it means for your finances
Live News and analysis as spiking gilt yields threaten to derail chancellor Rachel Reeves' spending plans
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Can Rachel Reeves's China visit boost the UK economy?
The Chancellor faced severe criticism for her China visit amid financial market turmoil. But how important is reviving economic ties with China for Britain?
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RICS: Resilience of housing market could be tested if mortgage rates climb
The latest survey by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors reveals the UK property market ended 2024 on a firm footing, but warns that a rise in mortgage rates could put a dampener on things
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Surprise drop in UK inflation rate in December
Prices increased by 2.5% on an annual basis in December, down from 2.6% in November. Full coverage from the team at MoneyWeek.
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Starling Bank under fire after customers rejected for new savings account
MoneyWeek investigates why some Starling Bank customers are being rejected for its recently launched easy-access savings account
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UK house prices rose 3.3% over past 12 months - what’s in store for 2025?
The Land Registry house price index reveals annual inflation of 3.3%, with the average property price reaching £290,000 in November. Will house prices continue to increase this year?
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Torsten Bell becomes new pensions minister following Tulip Siddiq resignation
The MP for Swansea West and former boss of the Resolution Foundation replaces Emma Reynolds as pensions minister, as she takes over from Tulip Siddiq as economic secretary to the Treasury
