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Nvidia revenues expected to triple as investors eagerly await Q1 results
Nvidia revenues expected to skyrocket. What can investors expect?
By Chris Newlands Published
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Food price inflation drops to lowest level in more than two-and-a-half years
Food prices are rising at their lowest rate since October 2021. Could this result in a base rate cut next month?
By Chris Newlands Published
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Kids’ average pocket money income dwarfed by side hustle pay rises, NatWest Rooster Money report finds
News The app found side hustles, such as chores and paper rounds, have been generating significantly more income for kids than average pocket money payments.
By Henry Sandercock Published
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Could inflation dip below the Bank of England’s 2% target this week?
The consultancy Capital Economics is forecasting that inflation will drop to 1.9% when April’s figures are released on Wednesday, the lowest level in three years. We look at what it could mean for interest rates.
By Ruth Emery Published
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Hargreaves Lansdown launches cheaper alternative to existing managed fund range – is it any good?
Hargreaves Lansdown is expanding its range of managed funds with a cheaper, index-focused alternative. How does it compare to other products on the market?
By Katie Williams Published
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Warning: water bills to rise by a whopping 70% by 2030
Suppliers are proposing water bill hikes to solve debt, but consumer watchdog warns that it will shake up UK household costs
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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Parental contributions to kids' university living costs could reach £14,000 a year
Parents helping kids with university living costs face contributions of up to £14,000 per year, according to a report from HEPI and TechnologyOne.
By Oojal Dhanjal Published
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Rightmove: property asking prices hit record high
News Rising demand for top of the ladder home is boosting asking prices, Rightmove research shows. Is now a good time to sell a property?
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Is the London Stock Exchange in peril?
Companies are leaving the London Stock Exchange, which has seen a spate of foreign buyouts and firms moving their listings overseas. What does it mean for the UK economy and investors?
By Katie Williams Published
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The areas worst-hit by the furnished holiday lets tax clampdown
News Holiday home owners are preparing for the end of the popular furnished holiday lets tax regime. We reveal the regions most affected and how to prepare.
By Marc Shoffman Published
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MPs call for Waspi women to get state pension compensation before Parliament's summer break
News Pressure is growing on the government to compensate Waspi women who lost out due to state pension age changes.
By Henry Sandercock Last updated
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Interactive investor launches managed ISA – is it any good?
If you want to invest but don’t know where to start, a managed ISA could be a good solution. Here's a first look at interactive investor’s new product and how it compares to others in terms of fees, investment choice and service.
By Katie Williams Published
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Ofgem considers lifting ban on cheaper energy deals for new customers
Ofgem says that ‘now is the right time’ to remove the ban that allowed energy suppliers to offer exclusive deals at low prices to new customers
By Oojal Dhanjal Published
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Santander returns with £175 switching bonus – should you move banks?
Santander has reappeared with a bank switching incentive offering £175 if you switch your current account to one of its packaged bank accounts. Are the Santander account perks any good?
By Vaishali Varu Published
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Wage growth remains stubbornly high – what does it mean for interest rates?
Today’s wage growth figures came in higher than expected, but there are signs that the labour market is cooling. What does it mean for inflation and interest rates?
By Katie Williams Published
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AJ Bell launches ready-made pension service. Is it any good?
AJ Bell has launched a “low-cost, hassle-free” ready-made pension service. How does it compare to others on the market?
By Katie Williams Published
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Mortgage warning: Surge in “ultra-long” home loans that run past state pension age
One million homeowners have taken out mortgages that they will still be paying off in retirement, according to Bank of England data. We take a close look at the figures - plus, how to make your mortgage more affordable.
By Ruth Emery Published
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GDP: UK economy exits recession
The latest GDP figures reveal the UK economy grew by 0.6% in the first three months of the year, officially exiting recession. We look at what households and investors can expect next.
By Katie Williams Published
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Metro Bank to slash savings rates below 4% – is now a good time to move your cash?
Metro Bank savings rates are set to plummet below 4%. But, there’s still time for savers to move their money – should you shop around now and which accounts are affected?
By Vaishali Varu Published
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TSB set to close 36 bank branches
TSB joins the list of high street banks closing their doors to its branches as it claims more customers are moving online - we have the full list of closures
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Bank of England holds interest rates at 16-year high
News Interest rates have been frozen at 5.25% for the sixth consecutive monetary policy meeting. Here is what it means for your money.
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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RICS: Property listings rise, but buyer demand cools
New listings are putting a spring in the step of the UK housing market – but where have the buyers gone? We delve into the latest Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) survey
By Ruth Emery Published
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Santander to cut top 5.2% easy-access saver rate in weeks – where can you find a better rate?
Santander is to drop its 5.2% best buy rate on its easy-access saver this month. How does the new rate compare to the rest of the savings market and where are the best alternatives?
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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Which region will see biggest house prices growth by 2028? What the latest Savills forecast says
News House prices could see a turnaround over the next five years, according to Savills, as mortgage rates and cost of living pressures ease
By Henry Sandercock Published
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Halifax: UK house prices ‘plateauing’ due to rising mortgage rates
The annual spring bounce in UK house prices did not occur in April, the lender found. It blamed the Bank of England’s interest rate freeze for the inflation stagnation.
By Henry Sandercock Published
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Virgin Money launches 10% interest on current account - who can get it?
Virgin Money is offering 10% interest on cash via its current account for new customers. But, there are a few caveats - we look at who can get it and how
By Vaishali Varu Published
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FCA sets new sustainability labels for green investment funds - what do they mean?
The first part of the FCA's anti-greenwashing measures will launch at the end of May, while new investment labels will take effect in July. We explain how the rules work.
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Mortgage rate hikes behind drop in UK house prices, Nationwide finds
News UK house prices have not enjoyed the usual spring bounce due to an uptick in mortgage rates, according to Nationwide, with first-time buyers being particularly impacted
By Henry Sandercock Published
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May Premium Bond winners – did you become a millionaire?
Two lucky NS&I Premium Bond holders are now millionaires. Did you scoop the £1m jackpot in the May draw?
By Vaishali Varu Published