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Inflation rises to 2.2% - what does it mean for your money?
UK inflation has risen for the first time this year, breaching the Bank of England’s 2% target. What does it mean for households and interest rates?
By Ruth Emery Published
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More under-40s set for higher tax brackets
A whopping 20% of under-40s will find more of their earnings going to the taxman due to the freeze on income tax bands.
By Ruth Jackson-Kirby Published
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Mortgage rates are dropping but you need to act fast to get the best deals
News Mortgage shelf-life has almost halved as borrowers take advantage of cheaper home loans. We explain how to be mortgage-ready
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Money talks at the Edinburgh Fringe
Matthew Partridge rounds up the best money-themed shows at the Edinburgh Festival.
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
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Food price inflation rises as shoppers celebrate summer of sport
News Warmer weather and sporting events such as Euro 2024 and the Paris Olympics have pushed up food prices this summer
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Wages grow at slowest pace since 2022
UK wages grew at their slowest rate in two years, between April and June. What does this mean for the economy?
By Nicole García Mérida Published
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Kellanova shares surge by 16%
Shares in Pringles maker, Kellanova, hiked by 16% – should you buy?
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
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Home insurance premiums hit record high
Home insurance premiums have risen by another 19% year-on-year. We investigate why prices are rising and ways to reduce your costs.
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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More state pension errors uncovered – are you affected?
A new group of retirees have been underpaid their state pension. This could be just the “tip of the iceberg”. We explain who’s affected, and how to check.
By Ruth Emery Published
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Inflation is biggest risk to portfolios, say investors
Inflation is the biggest risk to portfolio performance, according to a poll of UK investors. Could inflation rise this week and how can you protect your investments?
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Euro stocks should be soaring. So, why aren't they?
Why are Euro stocks not performing, and how is politics affecting their growth?
By Alex Rankine Published
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Kamala Harris picks Tim Walz for US election run. Will it make a difference?
Kamala Harris has chosen her running mate – does she have a chance against Trump?
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
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Billionaire entrepreneur Brian Kim arrested over K-pop stock manipulation
Brian Kim caught the wave that propelled Korean pop stars and actors to global stardom. Now accused of financial wrongdoing, he is in for the fight of his life.
By Jane Lewis Last updated
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Virgin Money launches market-leading 10% regular saver
Virgin Money’s new 10% regular saver is the top rate on the market – but are you eligible and how does it work?
By Vaishali Varu Published
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RICS: Landlords disappear, and rents expected to rise further
RICS warns that the gap between rental supply and demand continues to widen. But, things are rosier in the sales market.
By Ruth Emery Published
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NS&I launches more British Savings Bonds – are they any good?
NS&I has shaken up its British Savings Bonds offer, with four new accounts plus rate increases to existing products. But are they competitive?
By Vaishali Varu Published
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Capital gains tax receipts fall but could be set to soar after the Autumn Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has refused to rule out hiking CGT. An increase to CGT rates in the Budget could push tax receipts back up
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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House prices jump 0.8% in July and could soar higher due to rate cut
Average UK house prices rose 0.8% last month, and 2.3% over the past year, according to Halifax. Could falling mortgage rates fuel a rise this year?
By Ruth Emery Published
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What’s behind Big Tech’s big sell-off?
It’s earnings season in the world of Big Tech, but the focus has shifted away from individual company results to a broader rout in equity markets.
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Why is the Japanese yen weak?
The yen has weakened far more than expected, even though the economy and stocks are looking much healthier
By Cris Sholto Heaton Published
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Stock markets plummet as investors fear US recession
Markets have continued to tumble today, after weak labour market data in the US prompted fears of a recession last week. What does it mean for investors?
By Katie Williams Published
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TSB bank switching deal returns with extra perks – should you move banks?
TSB is offering the best bank switching bonus on the market with a host of perks. Should you move banks?
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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Nationwide: UK house price growth hits highest level since December 2022
News The latest Nationwide House Price Index shows average property values are on the rise again, but buyers are being warned against overstretching
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Bank of England cuts interest rates for first time since 2020
The Bank of England voted to end pain for households and businesses today, cutting interest rates for the first time in over four years
By Katie Williams Published
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August Premium Bond winners – who won the £1m jackpot?
Two lucky NS&I Premium Bond winners have bagged £1million. See what you have won this month
By Vaishali Varu Published
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Inheritance tax makes an increasing amount for HMRC - can you avoid it?
New data reveals more than 27,000 estates paid inheritance tax in 2021/22. Will they continue to rise?
By Ruth Jackson-Kirby Published
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Almost 40% of people not saving enough for a basic retirement - is your pension pot big enough?
Research from Scottish Widows shows two-fifths of people are not saving enough to secure even the minimum standard of income during retirement
By Chris Newlands Last updated
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Rachel Reeves scraps long-awaited cap on social care costs - here is what it means
Along with a raft of other cuts, including the removal of Winter Fuel Payments for millions of pensioners, Labour has abandoned the £86,000 cap
By Chris Newlands Published
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Active funds failing to beat passives amid technology boom - how should you invest?
News AJ Bell data shows most active funds are underperforming. We reveal the regions where machines have beaten managers
By Marc Shoffman Published