Virgin Trains targets West Coast in return to rail
bbc.co.uk - 19 May 2024 6:35 AM
Virgin Group has applied for a licence to run trains on the route it lost to Avanti in 2019.
Leading business figure Sir Anthony O'Reilly dies
bbc.co.uk - 19 May 2024 6:22 AM
He built an international media business which at one stage owned more than 100 newspapers.
Nationwide set to hand Fairer Share bonus worth £350m to members
www.dailymail.co.uk - 19 May 2024 5:30 AM
The building society last year gave some 3.3 million customers £100 each. But the latest payout could be even higher.
How can the UK catch back up with the US? HAMISH MCRAE
www.dailymail.co.uk - 19 May 2024 5:10 AM
To transform the whole investment landscape will not simply take a revaluation of the existing enterprises, but rather the creation of more new ones.
Where it REALLY pays to own a holiday buy-to-let: How to choose wisely and turn your second property into a goldmine
www.dailymail.co.uk - 19 May 2024 5:05 AM
Cornwall has long been the undisputed champion of staycations and the holiday let market, but it's not the most lucrative hotspot. We reveal all.
CITY WHISPERS: Boss Cook-ing up a big sparkler to woo De Beers buyers
www.dailymail.co.uk - 19 May 2024 5:01 AM
Al Cook is in for one of the most high-pressure weeks of his working life. Whispers understands he will plough ahead with unveiling a turnaround plan.
Think like a fund manager and back FTSE 250 bargains - the shares experts are picking
www.dailymail.co.uk - 19 May 2024 4:58 AM
Such is the growing optimism surrounding the UK markets that investment professionals are bargain-hunting in the domestically focused FTSE 250.
INVESTING EXPLAINED: What you need to know about pandemic era winners
www.dailymail.co.uk - 19 May 2024 4:42 AM
The group of stocks that soared during lockdown, but are now plumbing the depths - which probably means that they should now be called post-pandemic losers.
Government considers rules to prevent cash-strapped councils using new powers to overzealously fine drivers
www.dailymail.co.uk - 19 May 2024 4:40 AM
Some 52 councils have successfully gained these powers, though MPs are concerned they could be using £70 fines for a 'profit motive' to bolster their threadbare budgets.
RAY MASSEY: My four top tips when buying a second-hand car
www.dailymail.co.uk - 19 May 2024 4:39 AM
Nearly two million pre-loved cars were sold in the first three months of this year.
Pressure on IMF to change gloomy forecast as Britain bounces back
www.dailymail.co.uk - 19 May 2024 4:25 AM
Figures showing the economy stormed back to growth at the start of the year has put the squeeze on the institution to amend its data.
Meet the foul-mouthed, Left-wing, working-class ex-City trader called Gary who's winning tens of thousands of YouTube followers by claiming HE has the formula for a fairer economy
www.dailymail.co.uk - 19 May 2024 4:13 AM
As he tells it, the story of Gary Stevenson, a working-class geezer and self-styled YouTube economics guru is a tale worthy of a modern-day Charles Dickens.
How to invest in the Ozempic weight loss boom - and pile on the pounds: MIDAS SPECIAL
www.dailymail.co.uk - 19 May 2024 4:05 AM
Millions of people are injecting themselves with weight loss drugs and the firms that make them have seen their share prices soar, but can investors still profit now?
Coca-Cola HBC's boss pocketed more than £320,000 in 'cost of living' benefits last year as part of his £4.4m package
www.dailymail.co.uk - 19 May 2024 1:49 AM
Zoran Bogdanovic received the unusual payment alongside his salary, bonuses and other perks. He was handed a total of £580,000 in benefits.
SHARE OF THE WEEK: Investors hoping Marks & Spencer can continue its dazzling recovery
www.dailymail.co.uk - 19 May 2024 1:46 AM
Boss Stuart Machin will update the City on the High Street retailer's full-year results on Wednesday. Analysts are forecasting overall sales of £12.9billion.
CQS NATURAL RESOURCES GROWTH AND INCOME: Golden opportunities in sight
It is a new dawn for the asset manager, founded 25 years ago by Michael Hintze. It was recently acquired by Canadian financial behemoth Manulife.
I've spent 36 years matchmaking the rich - what I've learned about money (and love)
www.dailymail.co.uk - 19 May 2024 1:43 AM
Karen Mooney launched Sara Eden, an exclusive dating agency, in 1988 and has matched many thousands of wealthy clients and seen thousands of weddings.
How does Shein make £2bn profit selling clothes from just £3.39?
www.dailymail.co.uk - 19 May 2024 1:26 AM
As fast fashion giant Shein edges closer to a £60 billion flotation, scrutiny is growing over the strategies of the controversial business.
St James's Place facing humiliating exit from FTSE 100
www.dailymail.co.uk - 19 May 2024 1:25 AM
At 477p, shares are worth £2.6 billion - putting SJP at the foot of the FTSE 100 table and well below the likely cut-off for inclusion in the blue-chip index.
Ineos Quartermaster review: There's a new premium pick-up truck in town - but you'll need deep pockets
Ineos' new 4x4 pick-up is here - but will lifestyle buyers be persuaded to part with so much cash for world-class off-roading'? We review the new Grenadier Quartermaster.
Revealed: The seven pensions savings habits that could add £35,000 to your retirement income
www.dailymail.co.uk - 19 May 2024 1:14 AM
Just one in five will be able to afford a 'moderate' standard of living, according to the Pensions and Lifetime Savings Association, which sets the pension industry's guidelines.
JEFF PRESTRIDGE: Cash access is still so crucial to the fabric of our society
www.dailymail.co.uk - 19 May 2024 1:09 AM
Without their groundbreaking work, we would not now have legislation in place to safeguard cash.
Former LV boss Mark Hartigan cashing in again as he tries to sells tech firm Wefox - and bag £20M
www.dailymail.co.uk - 19 May 2024 1:06 AM
The discredited boss who tried to sell mutual insurer LV to a US buyout firm is trying to bag a £20 million bonus at his latest venture.
TONY HETHERINGTON: Nightmare over Neighbourhood Watch bank account with Barclays
www.dailymail.co.uk - 19 May 2024 12:58 AM
One of the signatories died, and the remaining signatory contacted the bank to add me to the mandate. The paperwork was completed, but I received no response.
'I had no choice but to get a 35-year mortgage'
bbc.co.uk - 18 May 2024 5:47 PM
With more young homebuyers opting for ultra-long mortgages, we hear from people about their personal experiences.
Fujitsu sacked boss at height of Horizon scandal
bbc.co.uk - 18 May 2024 5:41 PM
Global president Rod Vawdrey then returned to Australia and made millions in a "train wreck" float.
Sales at Bloomsbury soar thanks to the craze for 'romantasy' novels
www.dailymail.co.uk - 18 May 2024 1:51 PM
The trend was set by author Sarah J Maas (pictured), whose romantic fantasy book series Throne Of Glass and A Court Of Thorns and Roses have flown off the shelves.
Thames Water is worthless: That's the verdict of its biggest investor
www.dailymail.co.uk - 18 May 2024 9:38 AM
The Canadian pension fund Omers said it would make a 'full write down' of its investment in Thames.
Do you think you're a better driver than AI? Three in five motorists reckon they are superior to autonomous vehicles
www.dailymail.co.uk - 18 May 2024 7:33 AM
The Automated Vehicles Bill is due to receive Royal Assent this month and the Government is ready to invest £150m into driverless tech. But are you convinced this is the way to go?
Unpaid carers being forced to repay £250m to DWP
bbc.co.uk - 18 May 2024 3:26 AM
One claimant unknowingly overpaid Carer's Allowance said the debts she incurred have brought 'considerable financial strain'.
Tesla's chairman dismisses as 'c**p' claims she is too close to Elon Musk as his £44bn pay deal hangs in balance
www.dailymail.co.uk - 18 May 2024 12:23 AM
Robyn Denholm is trying to convince shareholders to support the billionaire's pay package after a Delaware court struck it down in January.
MARKET REPORT: China's Ping An insists it is not bailing out of HSBC
www.dailymail.co.uk - 18 May 2024 12:19 AM
Chinese insurance group Ping An is said to be looking to shrink its 8 per cent holding after failing to convince the London-listed lender to spin off its Asia business.
As Anglo American fights back in bid war, 1,100 jobs at potash mine face the axe
www.dailymail.co.uk - 18 May 2024 12:14 AM
The mining giant conceded there will be an 'impact on headcount' - days after boss Duncan Wanblad announced it would slash spending at the project.
ALEX BRUMMER: End this Czech farce at Royal Mail now
www.dailymail.co.uk - 18 May 2024 12:13 AM
IDS's pusillanimous board and investors should tell Kretinsky to take a hike.
Royal Mail expected to post losses of almost £1m a day as its takeover by Czech billionaire hangs in balance
www.dailymail.co.uk - 18 May 2024 12:08 AM
The postal service will unveil an annual loss of £313m next week, according to estimates by City analysts.
Cartier owner Richemont is latest luxury goods group to be hit by slowdown in demand
www.dailymail.co.uk - 18 May 2024 12:05 AM
The Swiss company, whose brands also include Montblanc, posted a 1 per cent fall in sales for the three months to March 31.
Eight premium cars including Audi and BMW with common reliability issues, according to Which?
www.dailymail.co.uk - 17 May 2024 11:09 PM
Which? says its unique reliability data collated from thousands of UK drivers shows you can't rely on cars from premium brands to be more dependable.
Warning over the return of sky-high loans being advertised on TV with APR rates as high as 99.9%
www.dailymail.co.uk - 17 May 2024 10:00 PM
Payday loan firms are making their comeback with TV adverts promoting high-cost loans with representative APR values of as much as 99.9%.
The best five free bank accounts with debit cards for children
Children can find it hard to use cash given to them by parents and relatives in an increasingly cashless society. We pick five of the best accounts that come with a debit card.
Who is Paula Vennells? Ex-Post Office boss in Horizon IT inquiry
bbc.co.uk - 17 May 2024 2:31 PM
The ordained priest who led the Post Office from 2012 to 2019 faces three days of questioning at the Horizon Inquiry.
Union forming stalled in US Mercedes-Benz
bbc.co.uk - 17 May 2024 1:40 PM
The UAW effort to win members in at Mercedes was a test of a wider resurgence in worker activism.
Fewer crackers in Ritz boxes but price remains same
bbc.co.uk - 17 May 2024 10:44 AM
The 200g packs of Original and Cheese crackers have been replaced by packs weighing 150g and 140g.
Boeing boss's £25m pay package approved
bbc.co.uk - 17 May 2024 10:16 AM
Boeing shareholders approved a $33m pay package for outgoing boss Dave Calhoun.
The mystery of the stolen Nectar Points - and the loyalty card price sting: This is Money podcast
www.dailymail.co.uk - 17 May 2024 9:43 AM
What happens if a fraudster steals your loyalty card points? Plus, mortgages running into retirement, fake cash for sale on social media, and giving wealth away.
BUSINESS LIVE: GSK sells Haleon stake; Sainsbury's agrees Microsoft AI deal; Land Securities losses narrow
www.dailymail.co.uk - 17 May 2024 9:10 AM
The FTSE 100 closed down 18.39 points at 8420.26. Among the companies with reports and trading updates today are GSK, Haleon, Sainsbury's and Land Securities Group.
SMALL CAP MOVERS: The stars are aligning for Phoenix Copper after fully-subscribed bond issue
www.dailymail.co.uk - 17 May 2024 7:15 AM
The stars are aligning for Phoenix Copper Ltd after seeing an $80million corporate copper bond issue fully subscribed by one investor this week.
Typical energy bill set to fall by £116 in July, latest Cornwall Insight forecast predicts
www.dailymail.co.uk - 17 May 2024 7:05 AM
The Ofgem price cap is now expected to fall by £116 to £1,574 a year from 1 July, for average use, according to analysts at Cornwall Insight.
Land Securities losses narrow but interest rate cuts 'can't come soon enough'
www.dailymail.co.uk - 17 May 2024 6:36 AM
The commercial property developer revealed pre-tax losses slumped by 45.2 per cent to £341million in the 12 months ending March.
Bank of England plans expansion of Leeds base
bbc.co.uk - 17 May 2024 6:16 AM
The bank's governor says expanding its Leeds base would enable it to "better represent the public".
Alan Bates rejects second Post Office compensation offer
bbc.co.uk - 17 May 2024 4:55 AM
The latest offer amounted to around a third of what the campaigner had asked for.
Energy bills predicted to fall by 7% in July
bbc.co.uk - 17 May 2024 4:47 AM
If the forecast proves correct, it would mean a typical annual bill could be £500 lower than last summer.
Can troubled Thames Water avoid collapse?
bbc.co.uk - 17 May 2024 4:29 AM
The firm has huge debts and it may have to be taken over by the government if it runs out of money.
The FTSE 100 shares up most this year as stock market keeps hitting new record highs
www.dailymail.co.uk - 17 May 2024 4:22 AM
London's blue-chip index has defied its reputation as a relative laggard to grow by 9% since January, but some stocks have rocketed as much as 49%.
Severn Trent boss defends multi-million pay packet
bbc.co.uk - 17 May 2024 4:16 AM
The water firm made 60,000 sewage spills last year but insists river quality is improving.
I'm a wealthy aristocrat and we're all ruthless skinflints: I've seen my friends host royalty on an outrageously cheap budget and sneak into the classiest events. This is how we all pinch pennies...
www.dailymail.co.uk - 17 May 2024 3:59 AM
Of all the things in this wide, wicked world there are few more instructive than observing how the rich grow richer during the summer.
Grand Theft Auto maker firms up GTA 6 release date
bbc.co.uk - 17 May 2024 3:55 AM
The latest instalment of the hugely popular series will be released in autumn 2025, its publisher says.
More people seek help for debts as fee scrapped
bbc.co.uk - 17 May 2024 3:49 AM
Debt Relief Orders are available to those on low incomes to clear existing debt and surged as the fee was axed.
Hunt hints at another National Insurance tax cut
bbc.co.uk - 17 May 2024 3:46 AM
Jeremy Hunt promises further tax cuts, as he launches an attack on Labour's plans ahead of an election.
Sainsbury's and Microsoft sign five-year artificial intelligence deal
www.dailymail.co.uk - 17 May 2024 2:30 AM
The supermarket giant intends to employ Microsoft's AI and machine learning tools to enhance store operations and provide a 'more efficient and effective service.'
GSK completes sale of Haleon shares having raised £3.9bn since IPO
www.dailymail.co.uk - 17 May 2024 2:28 AM
GSK has finally completed the sale of its stake in consumer health spin-off Haleon after selling another £1.3billion worth of shares.
Santander's easy-access saver will drop to 4.2% next week - should you move your money?
www.dailymail.co.uk - 17 May 2024 1:32 AM
Savers who rushed to open Santander's 5.2% easy-access account in September will see the rate on their account drop from Monday.
Buy Uncle Monty's Rolls-Royce! 1953 Silver Wraith that appeared in cult classic Withnail and I goes on sale for £135,000
www.dailymail.co.uk - 17 May 2024 12:42 AM
The 1953 Silver Wraith features in the famous scene in which Richard E Grant and Paul McGann drunkenly terrorise the elderly patrons of a Penrith tearoom in the 1987 British black comedy.
Boost for borrowers as three major UK banks reduce their mortgage rates
www.dailymail.co.uk - 17 May 2024 12:37 AM
HSBC, Barclays and TSB revealed that they were cutting the cost of home loans - in the latest sign of relief for households, who are also benefiting from falling inflation .
Do you live in a car theft hotspot? We reveal the UK's most active regions for motor crime
www.dailymail.co.uk - 17 May 2024 12:23 AM
A new study has revealed the regions of the UK where car theft is rife. HPI compiled a list of the most stolen cars per county, but where did your region rank?
How much have house prices risen in YOUR neighbourhood since the eve of the financial crash in 2007
www.dailymail.co.uk - 16 May 2024 11:29 PM
We're often led to believe that house prices will always rise over the long-run. That it's one of the safest and soundest investments.
Can we really buy a house with a 1% deposit? DAVID HOLLINGWORTH replies
www.dailymail.co.uk - 16 May 2024 10:00 PM
My girlfriend and I are looking to buy a home for £250,000 but we have only £5,000 in savings. Could a 99 per cent mortgages be right for us?
Over half of homes want HYDROGEN power: How does it work and will it make bills cheaper?
Hydrogen power could allow households to keep their existing boilers, rather than switching to heat pumps.
How do pre-nups work and are they honoured in a divorce? Retired judge STEPHEN GOLD explains
The pre-nup must be freely entered into by both parties. Gun to the head. Misrepresentation. Duress. Any of them will consign it to the courtroom rubbish bin.
Is China's bubble tea bubble about to burst?
bbc.co.uk - 16 May 2024 4:58 PM
Chinese bubble tea shares fizzle, raising questions about the industry and Hong Kong's stock market.
Turbulence at Easyjet as boss stands down sending share price plummeting 6%
www.dailymail.co.uk - 16 May 2024 2:06 PM
Johan Lundgren (pictured) will be replaced by finance boss Kenton Jarvis at the start of next year. The pair worked together at rival Tui.
Chevron to sell its oil and gas assets in the North Sea after more than five decades
www.dailymail.co.uk - 16 May 2024 2:05 PM
The US energy giant, the third-largest in the world by market value, is putting its assets up for sale. A successful deal could raise an estimated £800m.
Stock market chief insists there is a 'strong cause for optimism' as she pins hopes on a City listings boom
www.dailymail.co.uk - 16 May 2024 2:04 PM
Julia Hoggett said there was 'no sense of panic' after a recent exodus of companies that has led to anguished soul-searching about London's future.
The future of the Royal Mail is not just a matter for the current owners, says ALEX BRUMMER
www.dailymail.co.uk - 16 May 2024 2:03 PM
As keepers of the flame of free market capitalism, one can understand government's reluctance to become involved in takeovers.
MARKET REPORT: Dow Jones tops 40,000 as investors bet on rate cuts
The Dow Jones - one of the world's leading benchmarks - hit the 40,000 mark for the first time. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq also hit new highs.
Time to wind back the tourist tax, says Watches of Switzerland boss
The company, which also owns the Goldsmiths and Mayors chains, bemoaned the 'minimal return of tourist spending due to the lack of VAT-free shopping'.
HSBC eyes victory in battle to keep its Asian business as top investor Ping An looks to cut stake
www.dailymail.co.uk - 16 May 2024 2:02 PM
The Chinese insurance group Ping An has an 8% holding in Europe's largest lender, worth some £10bn. But the relationship has been tumultuous.
David Beckham teams up with Hugo Boss to design menswear collections
www.dailymail.co.uk - 16 May 2024 2:01 PM
Beckham (pictured with Hugo Boss chief exec Daniel Grieder) will launch his first formal and casual collections for the German fashion house next spring.
Another stink at United Utilities: Water giant pays £340m dividend after Windermere sewage scandal
United Utilities, led by chief exec Lauren Beardmore (pictured), raked in just under £2bn in the 12 months to March 31 - up 8.1% on the previous year.
BT proves investors wrong as shares soar 17% in boost for new boss
www.dailymail.co.uk - 16 May 2024 2:00 PM
Unveiling her plan to turn the telecoms giant around, Allison Kirkby (pictured) chided investors who have placed a record £300m bet against the company.
Reality TV stars charged by City watchdog over unauthorised trading scheme: Influencers including TOWIE's Lauren Goodger and Love Island's Biggs Chris will appear in court 'after being paid to promote risky investments on Instagram'
www.dailymail.co.uk - 16 May 2024 12:57 PM
A number of reality TV stars have been charged by the City watchdog over allegations that they were paid to promote risky investments to their millions of Instagram followers.
BUSINESS LIVE: BT to boost free cash flow; EasyJet CEO to exit; United Utilities profits slump
www.dailymail.co.uk - 16 May 2024 9:06 AM
The FTSE 100 closed down 7.15 points at 8438.65. Among the firms with updates today are BT Group, EasyJet, United Utilities, Vistry and Premier Foods.
Future shares jump after publisher declares £45m share buyback
www.dailymail.co.uk - 16 May 2024 8:54 AM
Shares in the Bath-based company soared 19.4% to £10.39 by late Thursday afternoon, taking their gains since the year started to around a third.
Superdrug unveils plans to open 25 new stores this year - is your town on the list?
www.dailymail.co.uk - 16 May 2024 8:28 AM
Doubling down on its high-street presence, Superdrug said it will be creating 'bigger and better store formats in prime retail destinations.'
Almost 80% of pension savers are raiding their pots early - pulling out £47,000 on average
www.dailymail.co.uk - 16 May 2024 7:44 AM
Around a fifth, or 21 per cent, of people extracted cash from their pensions nine to 10 years before their selected retirement age, Scottish Widows said.
Barclays and HSBC cut mortgage rates: Is the tide turning?
www.dailymail.co.uk - 16 May 2024 6:43 AM
Average mortgage rates have been on the increase since the start of February - and mortgage brokers say today's announcements could mark a change in direction.
Ambrosia owner Premier Foods profits boosted by promotional pricing and ice cream demand
www.dailymail.co.uk - 16 May 2024 6:21 AM
The food manufacturer reported its adjusted pre-tax profits grew by 15.1 per cent to £157.9million in the year ending 30 March, compared to analyst expectations of around £153million.
I'm worried about losing annuity income if my husband dies before me: Steve Webb replies
www.dailymail.co.uk - 16 May 2024 6:16 AM
We were never asked whether, if my husband should pass away first, the pensions would pass to me his wife, so we were misinformed I believe.
Santander's head of fraud warns customers about criminals shoulder surfing for phone passwords
www.dailymail.co.uk - 16 May 2024 5:58 AM
A sinister tactic known as shoulder surfing is on the rise in the UK. Fraudsters are watching unwitting people log in to their mobile banking apps over their shoulder.
I'm starting a new anti-FIRE movement called CHILL, says ANDREW OXLADE
www.dailymail.co.uk - 16 May 2024 5:40 AM
Escaping the rat race has always held appeal but the allure appears to be growing and becoming more intense.
Can an ex-spouse still go after your assets years after divorce? STEPHEN GOLD explains
www.dailymail.co.uk - 16 May 2024 1:44 AM
If you dislike acute shocks, seek an order from the court even if there are no financial remedies for either party. This protects you from future claims.
BT Group ups dividend despite losing almost half-a-million broadband customers
www.dailymail.co.uk - 16 May 2024 1:43 AM
The telecoms giant lost 491,000 Openreach customers in the 12 months ending March amid slower-than-anticipated growth in the wider broadband market.
Are period properties worth the hassle? Owners spend TWICE as much on maintenance
www.dailymail.co.uk - 16 May 2024 1:30 AM
Homeowners who live in period properties spend an average of £70,000 to keep them looking good, according to a new study.
MARKET REPORT: Bumper blue chips send Footsie to another record high
www.dailymail.co.uk - 16 May 2024 1:22 AM
The Footsie is up nearly 10% this year. And the FTSE 250, which is more domestically-focused, also rose - by 0.7%, or 134.56 points, to 20,753.08.
David Cameron's mother-in-Law quits luxury furniture firm OKA after US expansion row
www.dailymail.co.uk - 16 May 2024 1:21 AM
Lady Astor (pictured with husband Lord William Astor) is at odds with OKA owner InvestIndustrial, over its rapid expansion into the US.
America's latest inflation figures are a gift for Andrew Bailey, says ALEX BRUMMER
www.dailymail.co.uk - 16 May 2024 1:11 AM
The message from across the Atlantic is that after a scare US inflation is moderating and the booming economy may be taking a breather.
The £60bn foreign takeover frenzy: Royal Mail just the latest UK firm to be targeted
Royal Mail parent company International Distribution Services backed an offer from Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky of £3.5bn.
Is your ex hiding assets in a divorce? STEPHEN GOLD explains the most common secrets and lies
www.dailymail.co.uk - 15 May 2024 10:00 PM
Are you sitting? Stand by for a shock. Sometimes, one or both parties withhold the existence of assets or underestimate their value, says Stephen Gold in his new guide to divorce.
We started investing for our first daughter when she was born and the account is up 72.66% in five years, writes LEE BOYCE
We have already built up a £15,347 nest egg, with £4,182 of that being interest - and the figures highlight the benefits of investing for children.
Someone used my address to register a business on Companies House - why will it take 30 days to take it down?
Companies House has been beset by issues with fraudsters using other peoples' addresses to register new companies.
Loan firm Moneybarn tried to take my car - but I don't think I'm behind on payments: CRANE ON THE CASE
I was told it wouldn't investigate further unless I made an £800 payment off my balance, and I've resorted to hiding the car to prevent it being seized. Can you help?
My mortgage was declined because the home isn't in a 'saleable' area: What can I do?
www.dailymail.co.uk - 15 May 2024 7:00 PM
The mortgage valuation said there is 'a lack of owner occupiers living in the immediate area' and my application was turned down. Should I try a different lender?
Young people most likely to get in debt with loan sharks, as data shows more turn to illegal lending
As many as 31% of people in the UK said they feel that there is nothing they can do to improve their financial situation, according to research from Creditspring.
The man who turned his dead father into a chatbot
bbc.co.uk - 15 May 2024 4:08 PM
The "grief tech" firms helping users create talking avatars of their dead relatives.
Electric car quotas risk creating 'volatility and disruption' in the market, warns Vertu boss
www.dailymail.co.uk - 15 May 2024 2:00 PM
Under the zero-emission vehicle mandate, car makers must increase the proportion of electric cars they sell. This year, 22% must be electric.
British tech firm Raspberry Pi eyes £500m London float in much-needed boost for the City
The Cambridge-based business - best known for selling computers to amateur coders and hobbyists - is expected to be valued at £500m.
Anglo to sell coking coal arm for £4.75bn in bid to convince investors shake-up is working
The London-listed mining giant this week unveiled plans to break up the company as it seeks to fend off takeover interest from rivals.
Trading blows over Israel: How global commerce is being caught in the crossfire of Gaza war
The brutal Gaza war, the intense coverage in the media and demonstrations on university campuses have dealt an immense blow to Israel's reputation.
The age you can access work and private pensions will rise to 57 soon - here's how to plan ahead
www.dailymail.co.uk - 15 May 2024 9:49 AM
People in their mid to late 40s and early 50s need to be aware of the change if they want to retire early, or use some of their pension savings to clear debt or meet other expenses.
BUSINESS LIVE: Burberry hit by luxury slowdown; Imperial lifted by higher prices; Vertu cheers market revival
www.dailymail.co.uk - 15 May 2024 9:15 AM
The FTSE 100 hit a new closing record, up 17.67 points at 8445.80. The index also reached a new intraday record at 8,474.41 during the session.
Fraudsters are brazenly advertising fake banknotes on social media, currency firm warns
www.dailymail.co.uk - 15 May 2024 8:29 AM
Social media sites, including Facebook and X are awash with carefully targeted adverts offering free postage and discounts on counterfeit notes.
I'm 77, still working and worth £2.6m - how can I cut inheritance tax?
www.dailymail.co.uk - 15 May 2024 8:14 AM
I would like to start giving some money away, as I realise a large chunk of my estate will end up facing inheritance tax.
Tui Group losses narrow thanks to record second quarter
www.dailymail.co.uk - 15 May 2024 8:03 AM
Europe's largest travel company revealed pre-tax losses declined by 37.9 per cent to €403.1million (£346.6million) in the six months ending March.
Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky ups bid for Royal Mail owner to £3.5bn
www.dailymail.co.uk - 15 May 2024 7:06 AM
Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky has delivered a sweetened takeover offer for Royal Mail owner International Distribution Services.
Best bank accounts: Top current accounts for interest and rewards
www.dailymail.co.uk - 15 May 2024 6:20 AM
How hard does your bank account work for you? Here's our pick of the best accounts to make your money work harder, cut down on fees, or get free stuff.
Childcare vs pay: The salary you need to make being a working parent profitable
www.dailymail.co.uk - 15 May 2024 5:17 AM
The UK is one of the most expensive countries in Europe for childcare despite government handouts to ease the burden on families.
Vertu Motors scores record sales of almost £5bn
www.dailymail.co.uk - 15 May 2024 5:01 AM
Britain's third-biggest car dealership chain, which owns the Bristol Street Motors brand, reported turnover increased by 17.6 per cent to £4.7billion in the 12 months ending February.
The best month to sell your car REVEALED - and why SUVs get the highest price at a different time of year
www.dailymail.co.uk - 15 May 2024 4:34 AM
A new study contradicts the age-old belief that the hotter months are generally the best time to sell a car. Find out when you should be trying to flog yours.
Are you a parent and child parking space imposter? Shocking number of drivers abuse rules
www.dailymail.co.uk - 15 May 2024 4:23 AM
It explains why nearly two fifths of parents struggle to find one of the spaces vacant when visiting busy car parks, such as those at supermarkets and shopping centres.
My neighbour has started keeping bees. Is there anything I can do to stop him? DEAN DUNHAM replies
www.dailymail.co.uk - 15 May 2024 3:59 AM
My neighbour has started keeping bees - is there any law I can use to stop him? Consumer rights lawyer Dean Dunham replies.
I believe prenups are so vital every couple should be forced to sign one - says Mr Loophole Nick Freeman
www.dailymail.co.uk - 15 May 2024 3:56 AM
Around 18 million married Britons living in the UK still don't have a prenuptial agreement in place to help divide their assets should their relationship breaks down
Tesco boss pockets £10m in biggest ever pay deal at a UK supermarket
www.dailymail.co.uk - 15 May 2024 3:47 AM
Tesco chief exec Ken Murphy (pictured) pocketed £9.9m as his £1.4m salary was topped up by bonuses and other awards and benefits
Pay monthly insurance most popular as customers try to dodge big bills - even though they pay more overall
www.dailymail.co.uk - 15 May 2024 3:21 AM
High insurance costs have led many Britons to choose to pay for at least one of their insurance deals monthly to avoid a massive annual bill.
Car salespeople reveal their insider tips to buy and sell - including an unusual trick to get more for your car
www.dailymail.co.uk - 15 May 2024 2:34 AM
Car sales experts have offered insider insights into how to get the best deals. One surprising trick could get you more money for your car for less effort. Read the eight top tips here.
Golden Virginia owner Imperial Brands bolstered by higher tobacco prices
www.dailymail.co.uk - 15 May 2024 1:43 AM
The Golden Virginia and Rizla owner revealed net revenues from tobacco and next-generation products rose by 2.8 per cent in the six months ending March.
HMRC phone customers spent 798 YEARS on hold in single tax period, National Audit Office reveals
www.dailymail.co.uk - 15 May 2024 12:13 AM
The National Audit Office found that the average wait time was nearly 23 minutes in the first 11 months of 2023-24, up from five minutes in 2018-19.
France urges men to 'drive like a woman' as part of new road safety campaign to reduce number of deaths on the road
www.dailymail.co.uk - 15 May 2024 12:09 AM
It's a perennial debate between the sexes - who are the better drivers, women or men?
Will Nationwide pay out a £100 loyalty bonus again this year?
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 11:58 PM
Last June, 3.4m members received a £100 payment from the building society. Now they will be wondering whether the offer will be replicated this year.
My top tips to avoid getting stung in a divorce, by money psychotherapist VICKY REYNAL
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 11:44 PM
As a psychotherapist I see clients in the throes of their own divorce, who are still talking of the impact of their parents breaking up many years earlier.
De Beers eyes £4bn London float as Anglo bids to fend off £34bn takeover
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 11:42 PM
Insiders say Anglo American is hoping to get £4bn for De Beers, whose diamonds are worn by celebrities including Rita Ora (pictured).
Savers rush to open new savings accounts paying up to 5.05% - should you? SYLVIA MORRIS explains
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 11:41 PM
Limited access accounts are surging in popularity. Last week Paragon came out with a new version which propelled it to the top of the best buy tables.
Most Britons have NO interest in heat pumps, survey shows
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 10:00 PM
The UK is running out of interest in heat pumps, with just one in ten people wanting to get one installed in place of their gas boiler.
My neighbour has started keeping bees - can I stop him? DEAN DUNHAM replies
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 6:50 PM
My neighbour has started keeping bees - is there any way I can object to this? The starting point is that your neighbour is entitled to keep bees.
'Corrupt ship inspectors demand our food and cargo'
bbc.co.uk - 14 May 2024 4:37 PM
Seafarers tell the BBC port officials routinely demand bribes before allowing ships through.
Scottish Widows gave my ex-wife £8,000 from my pension - 14 years after we divorced!
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 2:36 PM
At 58 years-old, Eddie Buglass had been drawing down on his Scottish Widows pension on an irregular basis for two years.
ANOTHER UK tech star is bought by US private equity: KKR snaps up IQGeo in £333m deal
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 2:24 PM
IQGeo Group - which helps telecoms and utility firms provide maps, satellite imagery and GPS data - has agreed to be bought for £333m by KKR.
Axe stamp duty on British shares, says Flutter boss as the gambling giant heads for the US
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 2:23 PM
Peter Jackson (pictured), chief exec of the gambling company behind Paddy Power and Betfair, said more could be done to bolster the stock market.
Royal Mail's future hanging in the balance as bid deadline closes in for Czech tycoon
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 2:22 PM
Daniel Kretinsky (pictured) - known as the Czech Sphinx - has until 5pm today to walk away or make a bid for Royal Mail's parent company IDS.
Hundreds of jobs at risk as Anglo slashes funding for Woodsmith potash mine
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 2:12 PM
Anglo said it would slash funding at the mine in North Yorkshire (pictured) in a bid to convince investors it was right to reject two bids from BHP.
How refreshing that Anglo has chosen not to grab the money and run, says ALEX BRUMMER
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 2:11 PM
Word is that much of Anglo's strategy was in place as part of a review before Mike Henry of BHP arrived on the scene with his twice-repelled deal.
MARKET REPORT: Vodafone shares rally as investors cheer shake up
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 2:08 PM
The FTSE 100 telecoms giant, which recently sold its businesses in Italy, Hungary and Ghana, said it is growing across Europe and Africa.
Why 16 to 24-year-olds are putting their parents to shame when it comes to saving
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 2:00 PM
Just under half of young savers put away at least 20% of their monthly income, compared to just 12% of 45- to 54-year-olds.
AJ Bell launches 'ready-made pension' to help savers find and merge old pots
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 9:46 AM
A pension finding and consolidation service is included in an all-in-one annual fee on the pension account, which is 0.45 per cent.
I don't want smart meters, so Eon is charging me £316 to replace my old ones: SALLY SORTS IT
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 9:24 AM
I have gas and electric meters that need changing as they are now old. Eon has been trying to persuade me to have free smart versions fitted but I have resisted.
BUSINESS LIVE: UK wage growth higher than forecast; Anglo American eyes asset sales; Currys ups guidance
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 9:15 AM
The FTSE 100 closed up 13.14 points at 8428.13. Among the companies with updates today are Anglo American, Currys, Greggs, Vodafone and Virgin Money.
Get 5.78% interest with a quirky 365-day notice savings deal that beats one-year fixes
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 9:13 AM
The 365-day notice account is being offered by saving and investing platform Prosper, in a deal that This is Money has secured exclusively for readers.
Universal Credit rule changes: What it could mean for YOUR payments
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 8:47 AM
Claimants could be forced to look for more work or face sanctions, if they earn less than the equivalent of 18 hours' pay at the national living wage.
Marston's losses narrow amid hopes of summer sporting calendar boost
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 8:14 AM
The Wolverhampton-based firm reported underlying net losses of £0.6million in the six months ending March, down from £2.9million in the equivalent period last year.
Santander offers £175 to switch your current account - but don't be caught out by the monthly fees
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 6:58 AM
It comes after First Direct and Virgin Money also launched cash carrots for bank account switchers.
Vodafone boss says 'more needs to be done' in simplification drive
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 6:00 AM
The blue-chip company has exited numerous markets over the past 12 months under a turnaround plan spearheaded by new boss Margherita Della Valle.
A MILLION more take on mortgages they will still be paying off after 66
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 5:56 AM
The challenge of getting on the housing ladder is forcing many to gamble with retirement by taking on ultra-long mortgages, warns former minister Steve Webb.
How reliable are the most popular used cars? Here's how the top nine in 2024 fare
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 5:33 AM
With a booming second-hand car market, can you count on getting your hands on a reliable used motor? Warrantywise has rated the dependability of the 10 most popular.
European-made electric car batteries could cut carbon emissions by up to 60% compared to China
By producing Europe's demand for battery cells and components locally would save an estimated 133 metric tonnes of CO2 between 2024 and 2030.
Cheaper energy deals could be back by winter as Ofgem plans to bring back competition
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 5:24 AM
Regulator Ofgem wants to scrap rules stopping energy firms from offering cheaper deals to new customers. The news means lower energy bills could be back from October.
London estate agent known as Mr Super Prime to star in new Selling Sunset-style Netflix show
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 5:13 AM
There is a new property porn series in town - Buying London - which is set to start DDRE Global's founder and boss Daniel Daggers (pictured).
FTSE 100 hits an all-time high - but remember the stock market adage of 'sell in May and go away' says HAMISH MCRAE
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 4:43 AM
It was another cracker of a week. The FTSE 100 rose to another all-time high. The Bank signalled a rate cut on the horizon. And growth in the first quarter. What's going on?
Investors ramp up bets against BT as new boss prepares to deliver annual results
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 4:11 AM
Four major investors have ramped up bets against BT Group this year as its new boss prepares to update shareholders on the telecoms giant's progress later this week.
Currys shares surge after profit guidance upgrade as sales growth returns
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 2:23 AM
Currys shares soared on Tuesday after the electronics retailer lifted its full-year profit guidance on the back of a return to sales growth in the first four months of 2024.
Virgin Money UK warns of pressure on profits ahead of Nationwide takeover
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 2:16 AM
The lender, which is in the process of a £2.9bn takeover by Nationwide, told investors on Tuesday it anticipates 'downward pressure' on its net interest margin.
Don't scrap stamp duty tax break for those buying handful of homes, property firms urge Chancellor
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 1:34 AM
The stamp duty cut known as multiple dwellings relief is set to be abolished in June, mostly affecting individual landlords.
Nectar customers still losing thousands of points to scammers - why hasn't it been fixed? ANGHARAD CARRICK
As with our debit and credit cards, we expect some level of security when we hand over our details to supermarkets. Sadly, some Sainsbury's customers can't say the same.
Taxpayer stake in NatWest falls below 27% as Treasury gears up for a public share sale
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 1:31 AM
NatWest - then known as Royal Bank of Scotland - received a £46bn bail-out during the financial crisis leaving it 84% owned by the government.
MARKET REPORT: FTSE falters despite UBS call to buy British stocks
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 1:30 AM
In a major vote of confidence in the UK, UBS - one of the world's biggest banks - advised clients to purchase shares in London-listed companies.
Anglo American to restructure operations as it rejects £34bn BHP offer
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 1:25 AM
The mining giant intends to divest or demerge its steelmaking coal segment, the De Beers diamond business and Anglo American Platinum, the world's largest platinum producer.
Hollywood silly money? I'd only have stuffed it under the bed, says thriller writer Gerald Seymour
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 1:17 AM
Seymour shot to fame with Harry's Game, set against a backdrop of the Northern Ireland Troubles, which became a hit TV drama. He has sold three million books.
Sainsbury's now tells customers to go to the POLICE to investigate stolen Nectar points…
www.dailymail.co.uk - 14 May 2024 12:15 AM
A Sainsbury's customer who lost £230 Nectar points to fraudsters has been directed to the police to investigate, but it is not a recordable crime.
Cow dung's key role in India's energy industry
bbc.co.uk - 13 May 2024 4:06 PM
India is hoping that biogas, produced from farm waste, will curb its reliance on imported gas.