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Savers trying to get full state pension decry 'confusing' update to online forecastsOur readers are baffled by a revamp of state pension forecasts which makes it harder to understand what they need to do to get a full pension.
Entain shares jump as activist hedge fund becomes major investor in Ladbrokes ownerEntain shares led the FTSE 100 on Friday after an activist hedge fund was revealed to have bought a large stake in the gambling giant.
SMALL CAP MOVERS: Xeros Technology shares in a spin cycleInvestors in Xeros Technology Group may feel like they have been caught in a relentless spin cycle, with shares down 65 per cent over the past year.
Super rare souped-up Land Rover Defender V8 Bond Edition goes to auction with £150k estimateA Land Rover Defender 110 V8 Bond Edition created by SV Bespoke for No Time to Die's release is up for sale for an estimated max of £150k.
Wood Group shares plummet by over a third on free cash flow warningShares in the Aberdeen-based company slumped by more than a third to 43.2p by late Friday morning, taking their losses over the past year to 71 per cent.
NatWest profits near £6.2bn with Government set to sell stake in lenderThe London-listed lender revealed its pre-tax operating profits flatlined at just under £6.2billion in 2024, compared to analysts' expectations of £6.1billion.
Six used diesel cars that have risen in value in 2025 - any why experts say you should buy oneUsed diesel cars are rising in value new research shows. So why could it be a good time to buy a second-hand diesel car and why do they make a good buy?
First-time buyers behind more than half of all mortgaged house sales last year to hit new recordFirst-time buyers were behind more than half of all mortgaged house sales, last year, according to Halifax
'Businesses are going to the wall': As economy stumbles - the fury of firms in the Chancellor's own constituencyKevin Harvey (pictured), a butcher in Reeves's West Yorkshire seat, said the chancellor's tax changes will force small firms out of businesses
Icy betrayal for London - But Unilever has made a bad choice in snubbing the City for Amsterdam, says ALEX BRUMMERThe decision by Unilever to list its Magnum-to-Ben & Jerry's ice-cream offshoot in Amsterdam is a big snub to the Chancellor Rachel Reeves and the City.
Pound rises as economy ekes out some growth amid Bank caution on interest rate cutsSterling climbed to more than $1.25 versus the US dollar after latest ONS data and comments by the Bank of England's chief economist Huw Pill.
Barclays boss sees pay more than double to £10.5m as bank's profits boom amid rise in dealmakingCS Venkatakrishnan (pictured), cashed in as a long-term share-based bonus scheme paid out for the first time since his appointment in 2021.
Unilever ice cream division to list in Amsterdam: Footsie giant snubs London in blow to Rachel ReevesIn a huge setback for the Chancellor, Unilever said the Euronext exchange in the Netherlands has won the battle for its ice cream business.
MARKET REPORT: Tate & Lyle turns sour as it sounds alarm on profits due to pricing pressures and a slow second halfThe FTSE 250-listed group now expects a mid-single-digit decline in its full-year revenue, against previous forecasts for only a slight drop.
Activist Elliot takes near 5% stake in BP as it pushes to cut spending on renewables and make big divestmentElliott, led by boss Paul Singer (pictured), is expected to push BP to cut renewables and make big divestments to address its 'profound' undervaluation.
Shoppers issued urgent warning over buying honey in supermarketsHoney isn't as straightforward as you'd think and a lot on sale in the UK is blended and not the real deal.
I'm the fund manager of Temple Bar Investment Trust: Here's where I would invest nowIan Lance, co-fund manager, Temple Bar Investment Trust shares his thoughts on on Pearson, Nvidia, Bitcoin and the 'cheap' UK market.
Seven major mortgage lenders cut rates: Should you lock in now or wait for further falls?More mortgage lenders are cutting rates as lenders battle it out for market share.
We want to pass our rental properties to our children - can we use a trust to beat inheritance tax?Can I move my properties into a trust with children aged 18+ as beneficiaries? Will the income from rental go to them?
Are you a customer of the most complained about phone and broadband firms in Britain?The regulator said TalkTalk had seen an increase in complaints in the third quarter of 2024 to top the list of broadband firms, while O2 continued to be the most complained about mobile provider.
Encourage cash Isa savers to invest… don't do it by force, says LEE BOYCE who believes having choice over our finances is vitalAt This is Money, we respect the Individual Savings Account so much that we choose not to cap up its acronym - for us, it's an Isa (not ISA).
Investors cash-in on gilts after UK borrowing costs soared in JanuaryFreetrade said its users will be able to trade a range of bond maturities, allowing them to diversify their portfolios and benefit from tax efficiencies.
Virgin Media O2 spends £1m on customer support every DAY... and promises to not push people to chatbotsVirgin Media O2 says it is spending up to £1m a day on customer service after lagging behind its rivals. We speak to customer service boss Alan Stott.
How to get the most income out of investment trusts: THE INVESTING ANALYSTInvestment trusts have a number of tricks up their sleeves that mean they can boost their dividend payouts. This is what to look out for.
I've got £254k in cash Isas… should I worry about the tax wrapper being cut in the near future?I have built up a large cash Isa pot over a number of years and currently have around £254,000 saved. Would I be correct that they cannot tax me as it's already been in an Isa?
Do you have a family member or friend vulnerable to financial abuse? Here's what to do...The 'hidden epidemic' of financial abuse often doesn't come to light until after a vulnerable person has died, according to the Step body of inheritance advisers.
Revealed: The 30mph roads where police are catching drivers going up to FOUR times the speed limit - where does your local area rank?Nearly half (48 per cent) of UK police forces caught drivers exceeding 90mph on 30mph roads in the 20 months to the end of August last year, an investigation by the RAC has found.
Budget blamed as One of Britain's oldest department stores shuts shop after more than 140 yearsBeales sells a range of homeware and fashion brands including Barbour, which counts model Alexa Chung (pictured) among its ambassadors.
Soaring belief in Heathrow: Make hub greener and third runway plan can take-off, says ALEX BRUMMERRachel Reeves may have poleaxed the public finances but the Chancellor has fuelled the booster rockets for British infrastructure.
Barclays cuts easy-access savings rate to just 1.26% as big high street deals get even worseA major bank is cutting its standard easy-access savings rate to just 1.26 per cent to heap further misery on savers.
Annuity sales reach a decade high as better rates prompt more to lock in a guaranteed income for lifeTotal sales were worth £7billion last year, a 34 per cent increase on 2023, according to the latest data from the Association of British Insurers.
I fear Labour sends a wrecking ball through cash Isas, warns JEFF PRESTRIDGE: What you must do NOW to protect yourselfIs Rachel from Accounts about to make the most calamitous decision of her eight-month tenure as Chancellor by axing tax-free cash Isas?
The REAL truth about scam call centres: How they pick you out, the tactics they use and how you can fight back: NICK STAPLETONThe next time you see that image of a hooded, slightly evil-looking man hunched over a laptop, pause and consider that the world of scams has moved on.
Mortgage price war erupts as Santander sends rates below 4% for first time since NovemberA major high street bank has blown the fixed rate mortgage war price war wide open by cutting rates to below 4%.
The eco bombshell for landlords that could cost £15,000 for EACH homeEnergy Secretary Ed Miliband last week announced that all privately rented properties must have an EPC rating of C by 2030.
Virgin bumped us off flight to the U.S. and promised to refund 75% - but it's never paid up: SALLY SORTS ITVirgin Atlantic promised to reimburse us 75% of the cost of our tickets to the US after we agreed to switch flights. But although the trip was last May we have yet to receive it.
Neighbour and I fell out over a fence - now I'm selling and he's putting off buyers: DEAN DUNHAM repliesI fell out with my neighbours. I'm now selling my house and every time I've had a viewing they deliberately cause a nuisance.
If you're earning less than 4% on your cash in a month's time, you MUST move accounts, says SYLVIA MORRISSavers - I urge you to check the interest rates on your easy-access accounts constantly in the coming weeks, but don't necessarily switch yet.
What next for mortgage rates?A major bank has launched a fixed rate mortgage below 4 per cent for the first time in months, as the battle over rates steps up a gear.
Cash Isas vs investing: Here's how returns on £10k compare since 1999 as tax-free savings come 'under threat'Financial firms have lobbied Reeves in recent weeks, claiming that the £421bn currently held in cash Isas could be put to better use in investments.
Experts reveal how to claim thousands of pounds in benefits - are YOU eligible?More than one million households are missing out on financial support they are entitled to - often because they don't realise they are eligible, or don't know how to claim.
Does living in a hard water area make energy bills more expensive?If you live in an area with hard water - usually in the south East because of the chalk and limestone in the region - it could be making your appliances less efficient.
Will interest rates keep falling and can the UK dodge recession? This is Money podcastGeorgie Frost, Simon Lambert and Helen Crane discuss the impact of the rate cut and the Bank of England's forecasts. Plus, a mortgage trick, trade wars and Nectar theft.
My pensions plan to make sure we save enough: Standard Life boss ANDY CURRANMillions of people are at risk of falling short of an adequate retirement income unless steps are taken to improve the amount they are saving.
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.
How to invest in Phoenix Effect recovery shares that can rise from the ashes - experts reveal their top picksBuying undervalued companies in the hope that they'll eventually soar requires nerves of steel and infinite patience.
House movers from Anyvan damaged my TV and I caught it on video: Why won't it pay to replace it in full?I have Ring doorbell footage of how they unload my items, which I sent to Anyvan, where you can clearly see how unprofessional the movers are.
Number filing tax returns late DOUBLES with 1.1m now facing fines of up to £1,500HMRC ramped up its warnings ahead of the 31 January deadline, but the number of taxpayers who filed late nearly doubled to 1.1m taxpayers.
Britain 'sleepwalking into pensions crisis' as Labour delays review, warns Standard Life bossAndy Curran, chief executive of giant Standard Life, said the minimum savings level of 8% through the scheme is 'simply not enough'.
Inheriting an investment portfolio: Do you keep it, sell it... or give it away to avoid IHT?Here are the 10 steps to take when assuming control of investments left to you by a loved one.
Why has the FTSE 100 hit record highs? INVESTING SHOWAre investors starting to look for opportunities away from high-flying US shares - and could the UK stock market benefit from that? Simon Lambert and Richard Hunter discuss.
Millions of fixed-rate savings accounts mature in next three months - where should savers move their cash?Nearly 2.4m fixed rate savings accounts are set to end in the next three months, according to analysis by Paragon Bank.
Is 'self-healing' asphalt developed by scientists and AI prediction software the answer to pothole-free roads?Self-healing asphalt roads developed using AI could provide a sustainable and quick fix to the UK's spiralling pothole problem, new groundbreaking research has found.
Leasehold service charges saw record annual increase in 2024: Here's what homeowners can doMore than half of leaseholders are paying more each year on their service charge than they do on council tax thanks to soaring costs.
Compounding is 'the eighth wonder of the world': How to unleash its awesome saving and investing powerIt's a simple but extraordinarily powerful force that anyone saving or going into debt should understand, says Tom Stevenson of Fidelity International.
'I'd be happy to move in myself': Meet the businessman on a mission to give care homes a good nameCare homes are in crisis mode, due to increased demand and the challenging economics, but Chris Mitchell has a plan to change that.
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.
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.
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Rare Lister-Maserati driven by racing legend Archie Scott Brown goes on the market for £1mThe 1956 Lister-Maserati two seater was built for Archie Scott Brown, one of the finest Formula One drivers of the 1950s.
Relx surges to record high amid growing demand for its AI-powered productsFinance office Nick Luff (pictured) expects further growth after 2024 profit rose from £2.3bn to £2.6bn. Relx hiked its full-year dividend 7%.
BUSINESS LIVE: GDP grows 0.1%; Unilever ice cream float; BATS tobacco lawsuitThe FTSE 100 hit a new intraday high at 8,820.93 today, but finished down 42.72 points at 8764.72.
Coca-Cola HBC shares hit all-time high as bottler posts increased profitsShares in the Swiss-based company, the world's third-largest Coca-Cola anchor bottler, soared more than 9 per cent during the morning.
My state pension record is wrong! STEVE WEBB launches new probe and an appeal to readersI have checked my National Insurance record and have found gaps when I received Universal Credit but not the NI credits for these periods.
Protein firm's sales handed Coleen Rooney assist after IPOApplied Nutrition sales have exceeded forecasts made ahead of the firm's London IPO in October, aided by a celebrity assist from Coleen Rooney.
Why California wildfires will cost this niche British insurer £132mThe devastation caused by last month's California wildfires will cost a London-listed insurer as much as £132m in payouts.
Barclays profits top £8bn thanks to dealmaking reboundThe banking giant reported its pre-tax profits climbed by 24 per cent to £8.1billion in 2024, with fourth-quarter profits alone surging from just £110million last year to £1.7billion.
Heineken toasts premium beer sales but warns of weak consumer sentiment in EuropeShares in the Dutch brewer, which owns Amstel, Moretti and Desperados, surged after posting a higher yearly profit.
Trump demands interest rates to be cut even after inflation hit a seven-month highTrump (pictured) said: 'Interest rates should be lowered, something which would go hand in hand with upcoming tariffs! Let's rock and roll, America!'
Chancellor's ambition for growth is 'too little too late' for businesses, says Vardags boss Dr STEPHEN BENCEThe recently-popular epithet 'Rachel from accounts' is patronising and has sexist undertones. And it distracts attention from serious problems.
Fresh blow of the City as Prudential mulls £8bn spin-off of its Indian asset management business to MumbaiThe FTSE 100 life insurance firm said it was evaluating a potential listing of ICICI Prudential Asset Management, a joint venture in which it holds a 49% stake.
MARKET REPORT: EasyJet and Wizz take flight as oil price slidesEasyJet was up 2.1%, as French broker Kepler Cheuvreux started coverage of the FTSE 100-listed discount carrier with a 'buy' rating.
Former RBS boss Ross McEwan gets top job at mining giant BHPRoss McEwan (pictured with former chancellor George Osborne), who ran RBS between 2013 and 2019, will succeed Ken MacKenzie at BHP in April.
Builder Barratt Redrow hails recovery as it pins hopes on in interest rate cutsBritain's largest residential property developer, led by boss David Thomas (pictured) - said there has been 'some recovery in customer demand'.
Don't let Wall St raider put trusts at risk! Baroness Altmann cautions against a repeat of Neil Woodford savings scandalRos Altmann said plans by Saba's boss Boaz Weinstein (pictured) to change the structure of four London-listed trusts could put investors at risk.
Car lender Close Brothers saves £165m to cover motor finance mis-selling scandalThe lender said it wanted to cover legal and compensation costs for affected customers - but that 'significant uncertainty' remained.
Crypto exchange returns to the UK after getting green light from regulatorsBitpanda was forced to halt UK trading in 2023 in the wake of changes to financial promotions rules, but the City watchdog will now allow the exchange to expand back into the the country.
Prudential mulls IPO for Indian fund management joint venturePrudential is considering taking its Indian joint venture business public to help fund returns to shareholders.
Georgian lender soars thanks to Uzbek profit boost with its FTSE 250 shares up 200% since 2020Shares in TBC Bank soared after the FTSE 250-listed Georgian lender posted a forecast-beating fourth quarter, propelled by growth in its Uzbek business.
The exact date you should renew your car insurance to get the cheapest price, according to expertsPinpointing the best time to renew your car insurance could help you save more than £200 a year, experts suggest.
Mining giant hires post-crisis RBS boss Ross McEwan as chairmanRoss McEwan will replace Ken MacKenzie as BHP's chair at the end of March, a year after he stood down as boss of National Australia Bank, where he spent five years in charge.
Housebuilder Barratt Redrow sees profits soar after £2.5bn tie-upConsensus estimates have the Leicestershire-based housebuilder making adjusted pre-tax profits of between £506million and £588million this financial year.
Turmoil on the oil patch: BP boss Murray Auchincloss inherited a difficult hand, says ALEX BRUMMERThe latest trauma at BP needs perspective. The disappointing financial results and presence of activist Elliott on the share register are unsettling.
Bailey urges caution over red tape cuts as Reeves is told to scale back regulationsThe Bank of England governor said the Chancellor must keep in mind the 'lasting damage' caused by the meltdown in 2008 and 2009.
Gucci's woes continue as revenues and profits fall following miserable Christmas salesGucci, worn by celebrities including actress Daisy Edgar-Jones (pictured), saw revenues in the three months to the end of December fall 24% on last year.
MARKET REPORT: Entain boss Gavin Isaacs departs barely five months into the jobThere was little in the way of explanation over the departure of Issacs (pictured) hence the speculation among investors as shares tumbled 11.1%.
Top Spotify bosses pocket £800m: Daniel Ek and co-founder Martin Lorentzon offload more than 2.5m sharesSpotify boss Daniel Ek (pictured) and co-founder Martin Lorentzon offloaded over 2.5m shares last year and have continued to sell down their stakes.
BP faces pivotal moment: Board in firing line as activist Elliott sets scene for shake-upInvestors are frustrated at the valuation gap between BP and its London-listed rival Shell, as well as US energy giants ExxonMobil and Chevron.
OpenAI boss Sam Altman brands co-founder Elon Musk 'insecure' as he insists company is 'not for sale'Altman (pictured) said Musk was not 'a happy person' - after the Tesla boss launched a near-£80bn offer for the ChatGPT maker.
Tui shares plunge after slow rise in summer holiday bookingsTui boss Boss Sebastian Ebel (pictured) said people were still prioritising their holidays even in times of change and economic risks.
Another major bank cuts mortgage rates: Will cheapest deals head back below 4%?The high street bank has reduced mortgage rates for both home movers and those remortgaging, by up to 0.36 percentage points.
Car finance firms to face smaller compensation bill than previously thought over mis-selling scandal, specialist lender claimsAnthony Coombs, who chairs Birmingham-based S&U, told investors that any 'harm' experienced by consumers will be 'so marginal as to make demands for redress minimal.'
Imperial Leather owner swings to profit after Sanctuary Spa boostThe Imperial Leather owner's shares jumped over 10 per cent to 87.8p in early trading, far ahead of investment trust PRS Reit, the second-strongest performer.
Bank of England rate setter says inflation risk is falling after calling for jumbo rate cutCatherine Mann said Britain should not be dismayed by what she described as the recent inflationary 'hump'.
Secretive tech firm Palantir's shares have soared 1,100pc and its boss says it'll cash in on Trump. Now experts reveal secrets of the company and if it can make YOU a fortune...Move over Amazon and Nvidia. The US tech name that people are talking about now is Palantir, the secretive data analytics giant.
Which of the Magnificent Seven shares should you still buy? The experts' views on what to backThe Magnificent Seven, the US titans of technology, have ruled supreme in stock markets for the past two years, delivering stellar returns.
Housebuilder shares sink as Bellway flags mortgage affordability concernsHousebuilders shares fell on Tuesday morning after FTSE 250 Bellway flagged mortgage affordability concerns heading into the second half of its financial year.
Stamp duty deadline warning for home buyers - but could you still buy before tax bills rocket?Seven weeks remain until the stamp duty thresholds fall, foisting higher tax bills on many home movers and first-time buyers.
I'm Britain's top professional downsizer: Here are my 18 vital tips for leaving the family home - and how to avoid the HUGE mistakes that scupper so many salesAs a professional downsizer, I have helped thousands of people move from the home where they have spent most of their lives to a smaller one to enjoy their later years
Inflation is here to stay and that should spur us on to sort out our own finances, says HAMISH MCRAEThe people who run the show are insulated from inflation. So if it goes up to 3, 4 or 5 per cent, that's all right. They can say their actions are 'supporting the economy' or some such guff.
Dunelm boss Nick Wilkinson to stand down after seven yearsNick Wilkinson took over from John Browett as the Leicestershire-based firm's chief executive in 2018 following a five-year stint running cycling retailer Evans Cycles.
Labour to cut support for Drax but eco activists want it to go even furtherThe Government plans to halve the subsidies it pays to a major biomass energy supplier to operate its North Yorkshire power station.
Saba's not done yet! Raider takes aim at four more investment trustsBoaz Weinstein's firm Saba Capital announced that it will call meetings at the trusts to vote on whether to change their structure.
English winemaker Gusbourne faces delisting from AIM after shares plummetKent-based Gusbourne, which is controlled by billionaire Lord Ashcroft (pictured) has struggled recently with sluggish sales.
Chief executive of Ladbrokes owner exits after less than a yearThe chief executive of Ladbrokes owner Entain has stepped down with immediate effect after less than a year with the gambling giant.
MARKET REPORT: Drax powers up after Miliband subsidies dealThe Energy Secretary struck a deal with the FTSE 250 firm to provide fresh subsidies for its wood-burning biomass site in North Yorkshire.
Music group All Things Considered sales double amid strong demand for live eventsAll Things Considered Group, which works with artists including Nick Cave (pictured with wife Susie), added a string of new artists to its roster in 2024.
Retailers face 'perfect storm of additional costs' due to Budget with 300,000 jobs set to go by 2028Seven of Britain's biggest chains have united to tell Rachel Reeves her tax hikes will lead to more devastating High Street closures and job losses.
BP shares soar after US activist Elliot builds up stake in fresh blow to boss Murray AuchinclossThe move piles pressure on BP chief exec Murray Auchincloss (pictured) to focus on fossil fuels and cut investment in renewables.
Bridging the growth gap: Labour must do more to encourage people and firms to invest, says ALEX BRUMMERThere is speculation the Chancellor (pictured) may reform ISAs in March to encourage the 14m savers holding £300bn in the accounts to switch to equities.
WH Smith could shut up to 250 stores under new owner, experts warn as they raise fears of major job lossesIn another concerning prediction for the future of High Streets up and down the country, experts have predicted that the sale of WH Smith could lead to half of the company's stores closing.
Who has to pay council tax and what happens if you refuse to pay?Last week, six councils were allowed to increase council tax above the usual 5% threshold, putting more of a burden onto households.
An uncle is leaving 70% of his £500k estate to charity - so who pays the inheritance tax bill?My wife is an executor to the will so might she be liable for any tax the charities have to pay? Estate planning expert Ian Dyall replies.
Hargreaves Lansdown reveals £50,000 prize draw and Isa and Sipp cashback up to £3,000Hargreaves Lansdown's deal coincides with the period up to the end of the tax year. Isa holders have until 5 April to 'use or lose' their £20,000 annual Isa allowance.
Ferrari boss considers limiting options for super-rich buyers to prevent garish bling remakesInfluencers, celebrities and ultra-rich buyers have been commissioning unique paint-jobs and wraps for their Ferraris which include emojis and in some cases graffiti.
Number of used cars changing hands up 5.5% last year as second-hand EV market comes to lifeBritain's used car market celebrated 5.5% growth last year but it was in-demand second-hand EVs that dominated the sales figures as customers snap up affordable EVs.
SMALL CAP IDEA: Roquefort finds pharma diamonds in the rough'We find diamonds in the rough and we cut and finish them,' Roquefort boss Ajan Reginald says, summing up the company's approach to biotech investment and development.
Small British satellite specialist sees shares rocket on deal with Elon Musk's SpaceXShares in an AIM-listed satellite communications specialist soared after it revealed another significant contract win with Elon Musk's SpaceX.
Warning from energy experts as April price cap set to cost 26m households £2.8bnCurrently, the price cap is set at £1,738, which applies to a home with average energy use, on a variable-rate energy tariff and paying by direct debit.
House prices are up over 500% since the millennium in some areas: Is yours one of them?House prices in some places have increase by more than 500% since the turn of the millennium.
EnSilica set to more than double chip sales this year amid AI boomThe technology company revealed sales from chip supplies skyrocketed by 164 per cent to £2.9million in the six months ending 30 November.
Edinburgh Worldwide shareholders told to 'act now' to vote on final Saba raidEdinburgh Worldwide is the last trust to face a vote after six others fought off plans by Saba boss Boaz Weinstein to clear out their directors and replace them with his allies.
Cab Payments CFO resigns in potential blow to turnaround effortsCab Payments fell on Monday after the fintech group announced its chief financial officer had resigned with immediate effect.
Are these Emil Kraus cufflinks received as a gesture of goodwill at the Olympics worth holding onto? DAN HATFIELD repliesCan you help me value a pair of cufflinks? My mum was given them by a former Russian Olympic champion in gymnastics - Yuri Titov.
Fresh blow for Chancellor as business optimism hits two-year lowAn index that measures confidence across the British manufacturing industries fell for the fourth consecutive month as businesses continued to reel from the Budget.
RUTH SUNDERLAND: Opportunists like Boaz Weinstein not the solution to problems in UK trust industryRegardless of all Weinstein's hot air, the investment trusts and the wider industry do have a case to answer and should take this episode as a catalyst for improvement.
US activist investor builds stake in BP as oil giant faces shareholder pressure to refocus on fossil fuelsNew York hedge fund Elliott Management could force a shake-up at the FTSE 100 firm. BP boss Murray Auchincloss under pressure to scrap green agenda.
City needs to build on its victory over US predator SabaThe Saba saga has raised concerns about the challenges faced by private shareholders wanting to cast their votes.
Standard Chartered blocks Hong Kong exiles from accessing pensionsThe bank has frozen £20 million of savings of British National (Overseas) passport holders who fled repressive national security laws.
Retail chiefs demand end to Shein tax loopholeThe concession allows Shein, most of whose products are made in China, to post parcels direct to UK shoppers without paying duty.
BlackRock does U-turn over net zero as it scales back on woke investingThe firm's boss, Larry Fink, was previously a vocal advocate of the need for action to address climate change.
TONY HETHERINGTON: Blockchain crypto bosses face fine as accounts go AWOLNicolas Cary and Alasdair Turnbull are the directors of Blockchain Access UK Ltd, which officials say has filed no accounts since those for the calendar year 2020.
JEFF PRESTRIDGE: Front door fiasco highlights Aviva's failingsA £1,872 claim was rejected after Aviva got a third-party contractor to examine photos of the damage without an on-site visit.
Olympics legend Lady Mary Peters admits she's cautious with moneyLady Mary had to quit her teaching job to pursue athletics and was in the red at the bank when she won pentathlon gold in 1972.
Banks raking in £30bn from interest rate ruseLloyds, NatWest and Barclays made £30 billion between them last year by exploiting the gap between the rates for savers and borrowers, City experts say.
MERCANTILE INVESTMENT TRUST: Housing giant giving fund a firmer foundation to build onA key holding co-manager Guy Anderson is bullish about is housebuilder Bellway.
MIDAS SHARE TIPS: Bytes Technology is ready to rebound after a tough yearWith a strong track record for delivering on its promises, the company should prove resilient, even in today's uncertain times. That makes the shares a buy, at £4.65.
MIDAS SHARE TIPS UPDATE: SigmaRoc up 38% since our recommendationExisting shareholders should sit tight, while new investors might also fancy a pop at current levels.
Over-the-air software updates for cars: What are they and how can they increase the value of a car?Over-the-air updates are so common now we live in a world of 'software-defined-vehicles'. But how do OTAs work and why do they add value to a car?
Can you make a fortune betting that shares in our biggest High Street store chains will fall after Reeves's disastrous Budget? The City's biggest brains reveal how to 'short'... and if you shouldSpeculators are betting against a host of British companies in the wake of Rachel Reeves's anti-business Budget.
MARKET REPORT: Builders fall as Labour home pledge crumblesIndustry figures have long argued it is not achievable because of planning delays and a shortage of workers from brickies and scaffolders to plumbers and electricians.
Complicity by government, the board and unions in the Royal Mail sell-out is disgraceful, says ALEX BRUMMERKeir Starmer should intervene before more damage is done to UK plc, consumers and under-siege smaller businesses.
Taylor Swift fans cause surge in Super Bowl betsAnalysts at Jefferies believe it will be the biggest betting event in US sporting history with £1.3billion being staked. Interest has been piqued by Swift's involvement.
With US tariffs looming, should YOU invest in gold?Bullion has traditionally been seen as a safe haven in a troubled period of history.
Shein value cut in Donald Trump's tax clampdownThe online fast fashion giant had been hoping for a blockbuster £50billion flotation this year but is poised to cut its valuation to just over £40billion.
Has Kia's eye-catching EV3 got the winning formula? RAY MASSEY puts it to the testFrom the outset, the EV3 is an eye-catcher, with contemporary boxy crossover looks. It attracts attention and approving glances without being too loud.
Britain IS on track to hit EV charging targets as the number of devices rises almost 40% in a yearThe UK saw a 37% increase in the number of EV charging points in the UK last year, the latest figures from the Department for Transport and ZapMap shows.
Is Elon Musk turning people off Tesla? Two-thirds of car buyers would rather buy an EV from China, survey claimsChina's BYD for the first time sold more EVs in Britain than Tesla over a month. In January, the Far East relative newcomer recorded 1,614 registrations compared to Tesla's 1,458.
Who keeps the pet in a divorce: How is custody decided... and what about maintenance?I've had my fair share of experience working on disputes involving pets, says family lawyer Kirsten Tomlinson, pictured, of Brabners Personal.
How to dodge the £15,000 landlord bill bombshell: Rules are changing... this is what every homeowner MUST know and what to do about itMillions of landlords could face bills of up to £15,000 to comply with Ed Miliband's announcement that all privately rented properties must have an EPC rating of C by 2030.
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