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HAMISH MCRAE: Chancellor's getting a message from the SeventiesFor the calm-headed there are still ways of building and preserving wealth. Hold down your taxes and buy things that will preserve value. Not easy, but got to be done.
Caffe Nero has brewed an Espresso Revolution for Britons, now boss has a message for ChancellorCaffe Nero has gone from a start-up to the largest independent coffee house chain in Europe, with 1,100 stores in 11 countries, including 700 in the UK.
Ten dividend hero shares that will pay you an income of up to 9.5% - almost DOUBLE the top cash IsasDividends matter and British firms have a strong track record of paying them. The top ten provide annual income that far exceeds saving accounts...
Rachel Reeves is between a rock and a hard place - will it cost you more tax? This is Money PodcastRachel Reeves is due to deliver her Spring Statement this week and it's probably safe to say this isn't the position she wanted to be in.
Former trader launches final bid to clear his name over rate riggingA panel of five Supreme Court justices will hear his case after the Court of Appeal upheld his conviction in March last year.
Last chance to grab your Woodford payout as £200M claim is made for victims, warns JEFF PRESTRIDGEIt is nearly six years since Neil Woodford's investment empire began to crumble when dealings in the flagship Woodford Equity Income Fund (WEIF) were abruptly suspended.
I fear my daughter could blow her savings at 18, says ROSIE MURRAY-WEST: Here's my plan to help herLike thousands of parents across the UK, I'm about to hand a reasonably large amount of money to my nearly-18-year-old. Now I must cross my fingers and hope she's ready to manage it herself.
REVEALED: Chancellor plans £15bn spending squeezeRachel Reeves is attempting to balance the books - and more tax rises are in the pipeline if the economy continues to flatline, City experts predict.
Foreign Secretary confronts HSBC chief over £1bn Hong Kong pensions scandalHSBC is under growing pressure to explain its refusal to pay out the savings owed to people who fled Hong Kong to escape a crackdown by the authorities in Beijing.
You can now open unlimited number of Isas each tax year: Here's how to use the new rules to boost your returnsSince April last year savers have been able to open an unlimited number of Isas. You can even hold multiple versions of the same type with the same provider.
We risk entrenching another generation of wasted potential, says CHRISTOPHER NIEPEROne in seven young people is now NEET, concentrated in the very communities that have been left behind for decades.
Buying state pension top-ups: Everything you need to know - This is Money's latest coverageA crucial deadline to fill gaps in state pension records and boost your payments is looming on 5 April. Here's how you can still take advantage...
TONY HETHERINGTON: Gold is flying - but I was offered less for my coins than I paidIn 2021, I bought one gold coin for £1,359. Last year I invested £11,364 in four more. The firm then said my £11,364 had grown to £12,115. But when I went to sell, they offered me £11,595 for all five!
TROJAN GLOBAL EQUITY FUND: Co-managers really do their homework for long-term gainsThere is one simple mission: to generate stellar capital returns for its investors by taking long-term stakes in some of the world's strongest companies.
Businessman's NEET plan to save a million kids from the scrapheapNieper believes he has a formula that would help end the scourge of NEETS - that's young people Not in Education, Employment or Training.
Safestore chief's wage cut by massive £12mIn what is believed to be one the biggest pay cuts of its kind, Vecchioli got by last year on just £615,000 after a lucrative but controversial bonus scheme paid out nothing.
The Honda Jazz is an understated star: RAY MASSEY on how the hatchback became his accidental heroThis compact family hatchback is the fourth generation Jazz since the original was launched in 1983, with the current model from 2020 enjoying a refresh in 2023.
ALEX BRUMMER: Is Chancellor nearing her last hurrah?Limping on, in a low- or no-growth world of deteriorating public services, will not be an option.
ANNE ASHWORTH: From BYD to Alibaba, are China shares ready to roar?Venturing into China will be hazardous since history is not necessarily a guide to how China will fare in this trade war.
HSBC hit by fresh Hong Kong row: Bank accused of 'shrugging its shoulders' in the face of Chinese oppressionBoss Georges Elhedery (pictured) appeared to play down concerns over the blocking of pension savings from UK nationals who have fled Hong Kong.
Pubs face hit of £1,500 a week in Budget tax raidTim Martin said the company is facing a £60m-a-year hit from hikes to National Insurance and the minimum wage next month.
Asda boss Allan Leighton ramps up war on pricesBoss Allan Leighton slashed the cost of 1,500 items by as much as 45 per cent. He said he planned to 'continue to invest in lowering prices across the rest of the year and beyond'.
Which Isa is right for you? There are now FIVE types - but our quiz makes the choice simpleWhether you're saving for the holiday of a lifetime or a retirement that's still decades off, Isas are an ideal place to build up a nest egg.
Car safety tech dubbed 'dangerous, distracting and useless' by drivers - and it's why half turn assist features OFFMotorists are often infuriated by incessant warning bongs from these system or feel too uncomfortable relinquishing control - and their safety - to tech in their cars.
Is AI the key to stopping nuisance calls? O2's 'suspected scam' alerts flag 50MILLION per monthThe feature, which was automatically activated on all compatible phones on the O2 network, aims to warn customers of potentially fraudulent calls before they answer.
Pensioner told 'be patient and wait' over £15k state pension top-ups paymentChristopher Dehn, pictured, who handed over huge sum to Government months ago says he feels let down by the 'chaotic' system.
Taxman rakes in £1.1bn from stamp duty last month - use our calculator to work out how many thousands EXTRA you'll pay from AprilBuyers now have just ten days until 1 April, when the nil-rate threshold, under which no stamp duty is paid, drops from £250,000 to £125,000.
From a port in Brazil to parcels in Poland, how Utilico Emerging Markets invests in the backbone of growth: INVESTING SHOWUtilico EM's Charles Jillings joins Simon Lambert to discuss everything from EVs in China, to rail lines in Brazil and Argentina's nascent economic recovery.
HMRC urges parents earning under £60,000 to claim child benefit - worth up to £2,212 for two childrenFor a family with two children, the benefit is worth up to £2,212 per year, while if you have three children, it could be worth up to £3,094.
State pension age: What is the retirement age in the UK?We explain changes to the state pension age, so you can find out when you will be allowed to retire
Surge in savers moving money from easy-access to fixed-rate accountsMore than half of those switching have shifted their money to one-year fixed rate accounts, while 29 per cent have picked two-year fixed rate deals.
Inheritance tax receipts hit record high as frozen thresholds drag more people into the netInheritance tax receipts hit a new record for the fourth year in a row, with experts predicting the figures will only rise further in the coming years.
Best stocks & shares Isas: Pick the right investment accountChoosing the right investing platform is crucial but a wealth of choice can leave investors scratching their heads. We pick some of the best.
Can I claim compensation? Should I cancel my holiday? Consumer lawyer DEAN DUNHAM answers all your questions about the Heathrow fireThe closure of Heathrow today has caused mayhem, with 1,350 flights to and from the airport being cancelled. Here I answer the key questions Mail readers have been asking me.
Are women choosing to work in their 60s or are pensions falling short? RUTH SUNDERLANDThere is something very unsettling about the figures suggesting the nation's grandmas are being forced to abandon their dreams of putting their feet up.
How power of attorney can be abused accidentally with 'gifts' and 'expenses'Taking on power of attorney for someone else is a very responsible role, and sadly things can go wrong if those chosen turn out to be untrustworthy.
I've got £4,000 of credit card debt will it stop me getting a mortgage?I have got £4,000 of credit card debt. I checked my credit rating and it is decent but will my debt stop me getting a mortgage?
Junior Isa tips: How YOU can invest to meet your child's big milestonesWe look at how Jisas work, and how much you'd have to put away each month to meet specific goals.
Domestic & General said it would cover £3,000 plumbing bill - then did a U-turn: SALLY SORTS ITI have been paying premiums to Domestic & General Insurance for many years to cover seven appliances, adding up to nearly £105 a month.
Peers slam High Street tax raid: House of Lords votes to spare stalwarts like M&S from higher ratesIn a House of Lords debate on the Chancellor's business rates reforms, peers heard the demise of town centres posed a threat to 'social cohesion'.
Are YOU with one of Britain's worst broadband providers? Here's the six best deals to switch to nowIf you're not happy with the service you're receiving, it's a good idea to shop around particularly as broadband providers are offering some generous perks to switch.
I'd be first in line for a new Topshop store, says HELEN CRANE - but here's why I don't think it'll happenThe iconic brand returning to the high street would be the retail comeback of the century for millennials like me - but it's unlikely.
How much do Gen Z and millennials save each month - and how does it compare to Gen X?Only 59% of young people have enough emergency savings to cover the recommended three months of their salary, data shows.
Price of buying an average detached house jumps £100,000 in just five yearsLarger homes are driving house price growth across Britain, new data from Halifax has revealed.
CRANE ON THE CASE: My £88,000 Land Rover won't LOCK... and it hasn't fixed it after SIX MONTHSI only bought the car a year ago, and in that time it has been away being repaired for more than three months. I don't think this is acceptable for such an expensive car.
When will interest rates fall? Forecasts for a base rate cutThe Bank of England opted to hold interest rates following its latest meeting at 4.5 per cent as it continues to tread carefully amid fears of resurgent inflation.
Interest rates held at 4.5%: What it means for your mortgage and savingsThe Bank of England has held interest rates at 4.5% as it continues to tread carefully amid fears or resurgent inflation.
Is YOUR Isa earning less than 2%? These best-buy accounts can turbocharge your returnsMillions of savers earn far less than they should by keeping cash in instant access accounts when they could be earning more than double elsewhere.
Tesla drivers are now the 'most disliked' on the road, new poll revealsA new study of 10 popular car brands has found that three in five people see Tesla drivers as their second or least favourite. And now AI's mocked up the typical Tesla driver...
Income tax: How it works, what you pay - and who forks out the mostWe explain what you need to know about income tax, how fiscal drag is making us all pay more - and how top earners end up paying a huge chunk.
I'm a global fund manager - here's the video game firm I'd invest in NOW... and how I'm handling Trump's tariffsStephen Yiu, fund manager at WS Blue Whale Growth Fund shares his thoughts on the US market, Nvidia, Bitcoin and much more.
Best cash Isa rates 2025: Our pick of the five top dealsWe pick our five favourite cash Isas for savers. This is essential reading to help you choose a top savings account for your money that can also protect you from tax.
I make £6M and want to give £1M a year to my adult children, can we cut the inheritance tax risks?I started a modest software company 27 years ago, and now earn up to £8million a year. Can I gift money to my children to avoid inheritance tax later on?
I've been sent a parking ticket from a holiday in Italy a year ago - do I still have to pay? Consumer rights lawyer DEAN DUNHAM repliesI've been sent two parking tickets for 98 Euros from Italy. I was on holiday there more than a year ago - and they've only just been issued. Do I have to pay?
Daphne was talked into paying £4,000 for spray foam loft insulation, £2,000 to get it repaired - then £4,000 to rip it out againFor months after Daphne Wood had spray foam roof insulation installed, she was surprised to receive cold calls from firms offering to remove it.
How to get a £5,000 tax-free income from a stocks & shares IsaYou can use your Isa to provide your family with a source of tax-free money. The trick is to choose investments that pay out a regular income.
I inherited half my mum's house - will I owe tax on the 24 years her partner was allowed to live there?I inherited half of mothers property after her partner died in 2023. She died 24 years ago. Will I face a capital gains tax bill because of this?
Surge in social media hacking: Here's why you should turn on two-factor authentication NOWSocial media and email hacking reports jumped 57% last year, says Action Fraud. That is the tip of the iceberg.
What next for mortgage rates?The lowest fixed rate mortgage deals continue to hover close to the 4 per cent mark.
Do you have what it takes to be an Isa millionaire?Becoming a millionaire is something many of us dream about - but building such an impressive nest egg is not as out of reach as you think.
Build a stocks and shares Isa for uncertain times with these five DsTrying to decide where to invest has become especially fraught over the past few weeks as markets face huge volatility and the outlook changes daily.
50 of the best funds and investment trusts: Our experts reveal their top ideasWe asked trusted experts to recommend the best funds that cover different investment sectors - and included This is Money's selection of active and passive options too.
Ten tips for buy-to-let: Essential advice for property investmentIf you are planning on investing, or just want to know more, we tell you
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Rise of the 'Tesla killer': Chinese firm sees shares soar as Elon Musk's stock sinks. This is what it could mean for your finances...Its electric cars have driven in from China - and now this company is being dubbed 'the Tesla killer'. Shares in BYD have accelerated to a record high and are up 52 per cent this year.
MARKET WATCH: Carnival cruises to record revenue as profits doubleThe company said sales hit £4.5billion in the three months to the end of February.
Millions driving faulty vehicles because dealerships are failing to notify customers about safety recalls, investigation revealsThere are over 3.2 million cars and vans on the road that should of been recalled and fixed between 2018 - 2023 but dealers have failed to keep track of customers and warn them.
SMALL CAP MOVERS: Optimism returns after a rapid fall from graceOnce royalty of the AIM market, with a valuation that once put it on the cusp of the FTSE 100, ASOS's fall from grace has been rapid-and well documented.
Asos shares stage comeback amid improved sales and takeover rumoursAsos shares were enjoying a second consecutive day of double-digit gains on Friday morning as the beleaguered fast fashion retailer lifted profit expectations.
Wetherspoon's profits under pressure from higher labour and utility billsJD Wetherspoons profits fell in the first half as solid sales growth failed to offset the pub group's growing costs.
Drivers paying over £600 a year on unexpected car repairsHard-hit motorists are having to pay £617 on average on unexpected car repairs each year, new RAC research shows, with many struggling to afford this.
Performance anxiety! 80% of investors ignore fund reports meant to help them - is it time for change?Investment funds are required to publish quarterly fund performance reports, which investors can use to assess the performance of their investments.
Bank of England boss warns Britain faces 'a lot of economic uncertainty' as rates are left on holdThe Bank pointed to the turmoil sparked by US trade tariffs as well as subdued activity in the UK where businesses have been hammered by tax hikes.
London Metal Exchange fined £10m over nickel price spike chaos three years agoThe exchange, famous for its central 'ring' where traders make deals, failed to ensure it could deal with 'severe market stress', the FCA said.
Norwegian oil fund buys £570m slice of Covent Garden as it bets on London property marketNorges Bank Investment Management, the world's largest sovereign wealth fund, paid owner Shaftesbury Capital £570m for the 25% stake.
Vikings are back in London to plunder the property market - in another vote of confidence for the capital: MAGGIE PAGANOIn its second property raid in just two months, Norway's sovereign wealth fund is buying a quarter of the prestigious Covent Garden estate for £570m.
MARKET WATCH: Asos shares soar 11% as Danish billionaire Anders Holch Povlsen raises his stakeAnders Holch Povlsen upped his stake from 27% to 28%. Hitting 30% would trigger a takeover offer. Povlsen is Asos's biggest shareholder.
Nationwide cuts mortgage rates despite Bank of England holding interest rates at 4.5%Britain biggest building society is lowering mortgage rates on a number of its products by up to 0.26 percentage points.
Tax-Free Childcare: Are YOU taking advantage of £2,000 free cash?The scheme can help pay for approved childcare for children aged 11 or under, including nursery, childminders and breakfast clubs.
Car buyers 'more disloyal to motor brands than ever' as new Chinese makes expand choice, says GoogleCar buyers no longer have brand loyalty, new research from Google has found. Three quarters of customers switched to a different manufacturer last year, it said.
Smart meter installations FELL in 2024 as households hold out on new techEnergy suppliers ramped up efforts to move households onto smart meters but the number of installations fell in 2024, according to new figures.
BUSINESS LIVE: BoE holds base rate at 4.5%; Wages grow 5.9%; Yorkshire Water fined £40mThe Bank of England will later today reveal its latest decision on the direction of interest rates , with policymakers set to weigh lacklustre economic growth and fears or resurgent inflation .
Rathbones hires former Man Group boss as Paul Stockton retires as CEOPaul Stockton, who has been at the helm since 2019, will retire after 16 years with the wealth manager.
Harry Potter publisher Bloomsbury boosted by £65m US academics dealBloomsbury Publishing shares rose sharply on Thursday after the group lifted profit expectations for the second time in five months.
HSBC offers landlords mortgages with just a 20% deposit... but will they pass the affordability checks?Lower-deposit mortgage options for landlords are on the rise, but they might find it is difficult to get approved for one.
All the iconic British shops that have vanished from the High Street as Topshop teases epic comeback - how many can YOU remember?From buying your pick and mix in Woolworths to renting a video at Blockbuster, many of us often look back with nostalgia at visiting the high street as it was.
We're staying put! Rio Tinto urges investors to reject activist plan that would see mining giant quit London listing for SydneyThe mining giant said its board 'unanimously recommends that shareholders vote against' the plan put forward by activist Palliser Capital.
Pint prices to rise despite beer duty cut as brewers struggle with the Chancellor's budget tax hikesDrinkers are being warned that the flurry of tax increases announced by the Chancellor (pictured) mean beer prices are going up.
US Federal Reserve boss blames 'turmoil' of Donald Trump's trade war as economy slowsAmerica's central bank, led by Jerome Powell (pictured) expects the economy to expand by 1.7% this year, down from a previous forecast of 2.1%
MARKET WATCH: Defence group Babcock wins promotion to the FTSE 100 with shares up 50% this yearBabcock, which maintains Britain's fleet of nuclear submarines, will be promoted from the FTSE 250 when trading begins on Monday.
Tesla investor tells Musk to go amid fears his closeness to Donald Trump is harming the businessWith shares down 50% in three months, Ross Gerber said electric car maker's reputation has been 'destroyed' by its 'divisive' boss (pictured).
London Stock Exchange off to a flying start in 2025 as confidence returns to the City: MAGGIE PAGANOTwo companies have already listed on the main London Stock Exchange in 2025 while five new entrants have joined AIM, the junior growth market.
Sensodyne toothpaste maker Haleon now an independent company after Pfizer sells stakeShares in the consumer health group - originally a joint venture between Pfizer and GSK - are up nearly a fifth since it joined the stock market in 2022.
US Fed holds rates while hopes of Bank of England cut fade as inflation forecasts are liftedFresh Treasury data shows City forecasters now expect GDP growth of just 1% this year, less than they predicted in January and February.
Topshop reveals the truth behind comeback plans after sending shoppers into a frenzy - five years after iconic brand vanished from the high streetTopshop has revealed the truth behind its bombshell announcement that sent shoppers into a frenzy, fuelling hopes of a comeback by the firm.
Small British satellite specialist expands SpaceX partnershipUnder the agreement, the satellite communications specialist will boost its supply of advanced E-band SSPA modules to support the ongoing deployment of SpaceX's Starlink constellation.
ALEX BRUMMER: Chancellor's pledge not to come back for more taxes will be ditchedRachel Reeves, having empowered the Office for Budget Responsibility in a bid to bolster Labour's credibility, is being hoist on her own petard
Topshop and Topman send shoppers into meltdown with bombshell announcement - five years after vanishing from the high streetTopshop and Topman have sent shoppers into meltdown with a bombshell announcement five years after they vanished from the high street.
Citroen 2CV and other iconic models from the French brand's past are set to be reborn as retro EVsSpeaking to This is Money, global chief exec Thierry Koskas (pictured inset) said: 'We want some of our iconic models to further lift the Citroen brand.'
Golden run spells trouble as more investors seek a safe haven from turbulent financial markets: MAGGIE PAGANOGold hit a record high of over $3,000 an ounce on fresh fears that President Trump's tariff war will hurt the US economy and weaken the greenback.
How moped drivers are targeting school run mums in 'cash for crash' scams - signs you MUST watch out forDame Siobhain McDonagh was driving along a residential street when a man on a moped stopped right in front her, forcing her to slam on the brakes.
Mitie appoints Wickes exec as chairman exits outsourcer after eight yearsMapp has overseen massive growth at the outsourcing specialist since joining in 2017, with annual turnover more than doubling following a series of takeovers.
M&G to boost divi every year as aggressive cost cuts deliver profit growthThe investment manager, which demerged from insurance giant Prudential six years ago, has unveiled a second interim dividend of 13.5 pence per share for 2024.
North Sea oil firm Serica faces further production delays after Storm Éowyn chaosSerica Energy shares plunged on Wednesday as the North Sea oil and gas firm warned of further production delays related to the damage caused by Storm Éowyn in January.
Brewer preps further price hikes as beer volumes plunge and staffing costs climbShepherd Neame saw total beer volumes fall by 11% year-on-year, newly published interim results show.
Is YOUR water bill soaring 61% next month? Shocked customers expose Thames Water to financial guru JEFF PRESTRIDGEThames Water customers are having to endure court battles, protests at the company's HQ, and most troubling of all a big increase in their bills.
Chinese 'Tesla killer' cars can charge in just five minutes - sending shares in Musk's firm crashingBYD, founded by Wang Chuanfu (pictured), soared to a record high after it claimed it can charge its vehicles as quickly as it takes to fill up with petrol.
Bentley celebrates sixth year of profits boosted by customers choosing bespoke extras for their luxury carsThe British car maker based in Crewe and employing more than 4,000 people announced an operating profit of €373million (£313.32m) - the fourth best in its 105-year history.
MARKET WATCH: Indian billionaire rings up gains on talk he plans to raise BT stakeSunil Bharti Mittal (pictured) became the biggest shareholder in BT last year after buying the stake held by embattled French tycoon Patrick Drahi.
'Queen of Soho' takes reins of late grandfather Paul Raymond's £1.1bn west end Property firmFawn James, 39, (pictured) will become the managing director of Soho Estates - the largest property owner in the area - next month.
Starling bank blocking its OWN customers from opening savings accountsWhen retired restaurateur Adrian Cox was invited with his wife Christine to a family wedding in Italy next year, he decided to open a savings account.
British steel pleads for support after Trump's 25% tariffs trigger a slump in ordersBosses from Tata Steel and British Steel, which employ thousands across the sector, said the government has been slow to act compared to the EU.
US stocks dumped as Trump trade war rages: Sterling hits $1.30 for first time this yearBank of America's monthly survey of fund managers found the 'biggest drop in US equity allocation' since comparable records began in 1999.
You ARE entitled to compensation if your online banking is hit by an outage: SYLVIA MORRIS explains howBank websites and apps seem to go down all the time at the moment, leaving their customers unable to access their own money.
Major car maker partners with Swedish flat-pack EV brand - and no, it's not IkeaA mainstream global car manufacturer has signed a year-long commercial agreement to evaluate the feasibility of using the Luvly O's flat-pack design to expand its own quadricycle business.
Trick to extend top-ups deadline: Get an extra month on state pension special dealThe Government's official deadline for a special offer to buy missing years going as far back as 2006 is 5 April..
Number of buy-to-let limited companies passes 400,000 as landlords look to cut taxThe number of companies holding buy-to-let property in the UK has passed 400,000, according to analysis of Companies House data by Hamptons.
Bytes shares soar as Microsoft reseller's profits are boosted by AIBytes Technology shares soared on Tuesday as the computer software reseller beat annual profit expectations, buoyed by an incentive plan with key supplier Microsoft.
Mercedes new CLA EV blows the competition out the water with 492 miles of range for around £40kAre we in the new age of EVs? Mercedes new CLA coupe is priced the same as the hybrid and will give you 492 miles of range for around £40k. It'll go on sale later this year.
Taxman triples number of CGT investigations as part of crackdown on TikTok traders and crypto enthusiastsInvestigations into unpaid CGT liabilities rose from 4,564 to 14,223 in the 2023-24 tax year, as HMRC cracked down on amateur traders and crypto investors.
Is it REALLY safe to store your private photos and documents in the cloud?Despite most people believing cloud storage is sufficient for keeping crucial files safe, experts say other security measures must be taken to guard against losing special photos and videos.
Asda launches supermarket price war and sparks £4bn sell-off of Britain's listed grocersThe sell-off came after Asda's executive chairman Allan Leighton (pictured) said he will spend millions in a bid to turn the company around.
Reeves can't blame the Tories - or Trump - for Britain's stagnant economy: MAGGIE PAGANORemember how we were told after Labour's election victory that the grown-ups were back in charge? How Keir Starmer promised to 'fix the foundations'.
World-leading experts reveal what you need to know and buy if you want to make a mint from GOLD as prices are soaring and investors piling inFinancial markets, so the saying goes, are driven by fear and greed - fear when times are tough, greed when times are good. Today, fear is in the ascendant - and so is gold.
Investment trusts should be left out of looming City rules shake-up, say bossesFCA's regulatory changes could do 'further damage to the attractiveness' of the investment trust market, a group of industry insiders have said.
'Ageist' digital banking and bills are making life harder, claim over-60sAge UK said the shift to 'digital first' has created significant barriers for older people who are not comfortable with using technology.
Which used cars can you buy with confidence? Brands most commonly showing clean recordsThe findings raise alarm bells for motorists considering a used luxury German car, which are among the most common brands to have a checkered history.
Small businesses prepare for Awful April as National Insurance and minimum wage changes biteWhile Awful April is set to affect millions of households, small businesses are also preparing themselves for a much bigger tax bill.
QinetiQ shares by a fifth as the UK defence tech firm is hit by contract delaysThe defence tech company said it has been hit by 'tough' trading and 'geopolitical uncertainty' as it forecast annual revenue growth would slow to 2%.
Trump tariffs rock global economy: Gloomy outlook for Carney's Canada as Mexico heads into recessionThe OECD downgraded world GDP projections for this year and next, with Mexico and Canada, led by Mark Carney (pictured) hardest hit.
FCA bans Odey from City over 'lack of integrity' amid sexual harassment allegationsThe FCA said Odey (pictured) showed a 'lack of integrity' in seeking to frustrate an investigation into his behaviour by executives at his company.
AstraZeneca snaps up Belgian cancer treatment business EsoBiotec in £770m dealAstra will buy EsoBiotec for up to £770m comprised of an initial £327m payment and another £443m in the future if it hits agreed milestones.
Asos falls out of fashion: Shares crash to 17-year low after major downgrade in the CityThe stock fell 4%, or 10p, to 240p after Exane BNP Paribas analyst Mia Strauss cut her rating to 'underperform' from 'neutral'.
The little-known supermarket parking catch that could land you a £100 chargeMotorists have been warned that they face getting stung by huge penalties if they make this one crucial mistake when using a supermarket car park.
Average pothole-related repair costs 'hit record high' as craters trigger issues with car tech as well as puncturesKwik Fit's annual Pothole Impact Tracker report suggests repair bills jumped in 2024 with motorists faced with an estimated £1.7bn outlay.
Britain's three newest million pound property markets revealed - is yours on the list?Only three areas met the criteria for entry this time - compared to 11 last year - thanks to higher mortgage rates which have led to flagging house prices.
SMALL CAP IDEA: 'Flu Camp' rapid drug trial firm slashes big pharma costsFew companies can claim to be world leaders in their niche, but hVIVO comfortably falls into that category.
Phoenix Group shares surge as insurer scores pensions boost to profitsBritain's biggest savings and retirement business saw adjusted operating profits rise by 31 per cent to £825million last year, compared to analyst forecasts of £734million.
Crispin Odey faces being banned from City jobs and is slapped with £1.8m fineCrispin Odey faces a seven-figure fine and a ban from the UK financial services industry after a damning regulatory probe into the millionaire hedge fund manager's conduct
Iconic 1980s Renault 5 Turbo to return as an electric 'beast' in 2027One of the numerous complaints drivers have about electric vehicles is they're boring and all a bit samey. But nobody's told Renault...
I'm paralysed at the thought of asking for a pay rise. Will I be fired for it? VICKY REYNAL repliesI'm paralysed at the thought of asking for more money, despite knowing all my colleagues get more than me. How can I find the courage to speak up?
Nationwide forced to defend £50 takeover rewardBritain's biggest building society, led by Debbie Crosbie (pictured), is making the £600m payout following its takeover of Virgin Money.
Harmony Energy Income Trust set for £191m takeover by ForesightThe investment manager, which manufactures and operates lithium battery storage plants, revealed it had agreed on a potential cash offer from Foresight Group.
LAW DEBENTURE CORPORATION: The £1.2bn trust that shows being quirky can also be highly profitableIn the 12 months to the end of December, the trust registered total investor returns of 15.9 per cent - well ahead of the 9.5 per cent returns from its benchmark, the FTSE All-Share Index.
The investment world's been rocked by a new kind of fund: Money guru JEFF PRESTRIDGE reveals if and how it can make YOU richThere are many criticisms you can level at the investment industry, keepers of our pension funds and stocks and shares Individual Savings Accounts.
Total value of the UK housing market up 6.3% last yearThere were 1.1m residential property transactions, with an average sale price of £343,922.
Half a million home moves stuck in conveyancing 'log-jam' ahead of stamp duty changesRightmove has estimated that 74,000 moves, which includes 25,000 first-time buyers , will just miss the 31 March deadline and complete in April instead.
Ford boss warns of more UK job cuts as car buyers continue to snub electric vehiclesUS-owned Ford is axing thousands of jobs in Europe, including 2,100 in the UK, where it is led by UK boss Lisa Brankin (pictured).
I'm splitting with my husband at 68 and only have a state pension - what do you advise? STEVE WEBB repliesI have £150,000 in savings in my name and I would like advice on how to use this money to give me an income for life to help with the running costs of my home.
Is it worth investing in the Royal Mint's new John Lennon coin range?The Royal Mint has today launched a new series of commemorative coins celebrating the life and work of John Lennon.
Military and political chiefs push for £100bn European defence potThe European Parliament also endorsed a white paper which urged members to back such an institution.
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