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Will the Middle East crisis push the UK into stagflation?Even before the conflict in the Middle East broke out, the UK’s economy was weakening while inflation was running high. Now, stagflation looks like an increasingly likely headache for central banks.
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
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Pension tax relief: what it is and how it can boost your retirement savingsMost Brits don’t know their pension tax relief rate. As the end of the tax year approaches, savers may be missing a valuable opportunity to boost their retirement pot via this valuable perk.
By Laura Miller Last updated
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Is now a good time to sell a house?The latest Middle East conflict may dampen demand in the housing market, making it crucial for sellers to be realistic about asking prices to attract interest
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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What to do with old £20 notes – how to exchange themWe explain what to do with old £20 and £50 notes as they are no longer legal tender in the UK — plus where you can exchange them for new polymer banknotes
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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What is an index fund?Glossary We outline everything you need to know about index funds, from what they are and how to buy them, to the things to consider before you do so
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
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Is now a good time to buy a house?Interest rate cuts and booming housing supply may make it cheaper to get on the property ladder in 2026 but there are other factors to consider
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Low-cost index funds for simple investingTips Index funds are an easy, low-cost way for investors to invest in a sector or asset class. Here’s a selection of the cheapest passive tracker funds on the market right now.
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
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How to avoid the savings interest tax trapMillions of savers are being urged to look at ways to shelter their cash from the taxman as the tax burden on savings escalates
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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Investment platforms offering measly interest rates on cash holdings – is your cash working hard enough?The interest rate on cash you hold within an investment account can be as low as 0.75%. We look at the worst cash rates on the market, and what you should do with your cash instead.
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
