BUSINESS LIVE: BoE cuts base rate; UK-US trade deal talk; Next boosts guidance
By LIVE COMMENTARY Updated: 09:57 EDT, 8 May 2025 The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee has voted…
Wealthy savers say we’ll avoid inheritance tax raid on pensions by taking more HOLIDAYS
Savers with larger pensions intend to splash out on more holidays to avoid a new inheritance tax levy,…
Hostile nation states are ramping up cyber attacks on UK, warns GCHQ
By RICHARD MARSDEN Updated: 17:08 EDT, 7 May 2025 Hackers have ramped up attacks on Britain with incidents…
I’m a financial adviser to Lottery winners and this is exactly what I tell them about spending their money – and the tips everyone should live by
When financial planner Graham Dixon meets with his clients for their annual check-in, the relief in their voices…
Interest rates set to be cut this week as economy continues to show weakness
Data shows service industry shrank as consumer confidence weakened in April Markets expect the bank to cut base…
Gail’s Bakery boss fears Employment Rights Bill may hit jobs
By CALUM MUIRHEAD Updated: 03:42 EDT, 5 May 2025 Jobs will be put at risk by Labour’s plans…
Britain’s downsizing hotspots: Experts reveal the booming locations where buyers are cashing in on smaller homes
Devon, Bournemouth and the Cotswolds may spring to mind when it comes to traditional destinations for homeowners looking…
MIDAS SHARE TIPS: Add some muscle to your money by cashing in on new wellness trends
Many of us will be encouraged by the recent declaration that ’70 is the new 50′. This assertion…
Majority of young people don’t know financial education is on the curriculum
Think back to your school days – how much did you learn about personal finance: mortgages, credit cards…
State pension top-ups backlog is ‘six to eight months’ a retiree is told by the DWP
The rush to buy state pension top-ups ahead of the April deadline has caused a six to eight…