Best easy access savings accounts – March 2023
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Savings

Best easy access savings accounts – March 2023

Rising interest rates have boosted the returns on instant-access savings accounts. We look at the top rates available on the market now.
23 Mar 2023
The best one-year fixed savings accounts - March 2023
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Savings

The best one-year fixed savings accounts - March 2023

Earn over 4% on one-year fixed savings accounts.
23 Mar 2023
Best savings accounts – March 2023
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Savings

Best savings accounts – March 2023

Interest rates on cash savings are making a comeback. We look at the best savings accounts on the market now
23 Mar 2023
When will interest rates go up?
The Bank of England
UK Economy

When will interest rates go up?

The Bank of England raised rates to 4.25%, its 11th consecutive increase. Does the base rate have further to go?
23 Mar 2023
Government plans could see NS&I boost interest rates
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Savings

Government plans could see NS&I boost interest rates

The government-backed bank has a new funding target, which could prompt it to boost the rates on its Premium Bonds, ISAs and bonds.
16 Mar 2023
Rates on Cash ISAs at their highest since 2009
Personal finance

Rates on Cash ISAs at their highest since 2009

If you’re looking to hold to some cash savings then now could the time to snap up a cash ISA as providers bump up their rates to the highest level sin…
8 Mar 2023
Make the most of tax-free saving with a Flexible ISA
Isas

Make the most of tax-free saving with a Flexible ISA

Flexible ISAs allow you to take more control over your savings and investments and cover any unforeseen expenses in life
28 Feb 2023
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Why you need to act fast to get the best deals on savings accounts
Savings

Why you need to act fast to get the best deals on savings accounts

Providers are offering better rates on savings accounts, but savers have to be quick to snap them up as the best deals don't stick around for long.
16 Feb 2023
Treasury grills bank bosses over savings rates
Savings

Treasury grills bank bosses over savings rates

The Treasury Select Committee says customers are earning between 0.5% and 0.65% on basic savings accounts, well below the Bank of England base rate
7 Feb 2023
NS&I raises rates on its Green Savings Bonds
Savings

NS&I raises rates on its Green Savings Bonds

NS&I has boosted the rate on its Green Savings Bonds as it plays catch up to the savings market
7 Feb 2023
Best regular savings accounts – February 2023
Savings

Best regular savings accounts – February 2023

Looking to stash small amounts away each month? You can now earn as much as 7% on regular saving accounts. We list the ones worth looking at.
3 Feb 2023
NS&I bumps up interest rate on Premium Bonds again
Savings

NS&I bumps up interest rate on Premium Bonds again

NS&I is increasing the Premium Bond prize rate for the second time this year, meaning there are hundreds of extra prizes in every draw. We look at how…
24 Jan 2023
NS&I interest rates hit highest levels in a decade
Savings

NS&I interest rates hit highest levels in a decade

The savings bank has increased the interest rates on its products to their highest levels in years.
13 Dec 2022
Is it time to buy Gilts?
Government bonds

Is it time to buy Gilts?

Gilts offer a higher yield than most savings accounts and could be an attractive alternative for those with a large lump sum to invest.
8 Dec 2022
Isas vs private pensions – which is better for retirement?
Isas

Isas vs private pensions – which is better for retirement?

Isas are becoming a popular option for retirement, but private pensions still have certain advantages.
7 Dec 2022
December Premium Bond winners: NS&I reveals the jackpot winners
Savings

December Premium Bond winners: NS&I reveals the jackpot winners

NS&I Premium Bond winners announced – how to check if you are winner
1 Dec 2022
Best junior stocks and shares ISA platforms
Isas

Best junior stocks and shares ISA platforms

A junior stocks and shares ISA is a great way to save for your child tax-efficiently. But it can be confusing deciding which investment platform to ch…
25 Nov 2022
Are Lifetime Isas still worth it?
Lifetime ISAs

Are Lifetime Isas still worth it?

Despite house prices surging over the past few years, the property price cap for first-time buyers using a Lifetime Isa remains at £450,000. Is it wor…
10 Nov 2022
Saving vs investing: which is better to help you make more money?
Personal finance

Saving vs investing: which is better to help you make more money?

Saving your money certainly looks more attractive now interest rates are on the rise. But investing could be a better choice if you’re prepared to tak…
3 Nov 2022
November’s Premium Bond millionaire winners revealed – how to check if you are a winner
Savings

November’s Premium Bond millionaire winners revealed – how to check if you are a winner

Millions of Premium Bond holders have won tax-free cash prizes following the November draw. Here’s how to check if you’re one of the winners this mont…
2 Nov 2022
Women miss out on £599bn due to the gender investment gap
Personal finance

Women miss out on £599bn due to the gender investment gap

Men have billions more in stocks and shares Isas, investment accounts and private pensions, a new gender investment gap report reveals.
1 Nov 2022
Stoozing is back: how to make extra cash using credit cards
Personal finance

Stoozing is back: how to make extra cash using credit cards

“Stoozing” is the process of borrowing money at 0% and earning a high return. But is it too good to be true? Rupert Hargreaves explains what it is and…
31 Oct 2022