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Brazil's top court backs most of Lula's tax hike decree after stalemate with Congress

By Marcela Ayres BRASILIA (Reuters) -Brazil's highest court on Wednesday upheld most of a controversial presidential decree raising the country's financial operations tax (IOF), handing a revenue-boosting win to President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's government. Judge Alexandre de Moraes ruled that only the proposed tax hike on forfait, advance payments made to suppliers that were previously

Good news for savers as bank relaunches popular cash ISA account offering 'competitive' returns

Good news for savers a specialist bank has relaunched a popular fixed rate cash ISA product offering Britons a higher return for their cash for longer. The offer is valid from today; however, savers are warned it may not be around for long, so they should act fast Paragon Bank has relaunched its popular 15-month fixed rate cash ISA, offering savers...

easyJet shares: here’s what a £1,000 investment in 2020 would now be worth

easyJet shares haven’t been great performers since the pandemic, but with its Holidays division firing on all cylinders, could that be about to change? The post easyJet shares: here’s what a £1,000 investment in 2020 would now be worth appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

My wife and I want to protect our cash from going on care costs. How can we do it?

A couple in their mid-70s are planning their wills, and want some guidance

Asian shares are mostly higher after Trump says he discussed firing Fed Chair Powell

Asian shares are mostly higher after Trump says he discussed firing Fed Chair Powell - World shares are mostly higher while U.S. futures are mixed after President Donald Trump rocked Wall Street by saying he had “talked about the concept of firing” the head of the Federal Reserve

EnBW rakes in $3.6 billion via capital increase

FRANKFURT (Reuters) -German utility EnBW on Tuesday said it had raked in 3.1 billion euros ($3.6 billion) in proceeds from a share sale aimed to bolster its ambitious investment programme in energy networks and renewables. The company said it sold nearly 54 million shares at a price of 58 euros per share, a 9% discount to the current share price. "The capital increase significantly increases our

'I can lend someone £100k in an hour': The life of a pawnbroker

If you've ever spent your morning commute daydreaming about starting afresh with your career, this feature is for you. Each week, our Money team speaks to someone from a different profession to discover what it's really like.

Mum moved in to save care fees – is it fair to take some of her pension?

A reader wants to take £300-£400 of her mum's pension income to help cover her bills as they have increased since she took her in, but she feels bad

Having a cat or dog is as good for your wellbeing as having a husband or wife, study finds

Having a cat or dog is as good for your wellbeing as having a husband or wife, study finds - ‘I suspect that many people don’t actually realise how important their pets are for them’

HMRC tells UK workers income tax will change from next April

The changes apply to individuals earning £50,000 or more annually and mark a significant step in the UK’s shift toward a fully digital tax system.

Did money or politics cause Colbert cancellation? Either way, the economics are tough for TV

Did money or politics cause Colbert cancellation? Either way, the economics are tough for TV - CBS parent Paramount insists that this week's decision to cancel Steven Colbert's “Late Show” was strictly financial, and had nothing to do with politics

How to start investing: a beginner’s guide

Getting started in investing is a great way to make your money work harder for you over the long term, as investments tend to outperform cash savings

National Lottery winner who scooped up £10k PER MONTH reveals how she plans to treat her friends

A woman who has secured £10,000 every month for the next year after winning the National Lottery's Set For Life draw on Thursday night, revealed how she plans to treat her friends. The Berkshire winner, who has chosen to remain anonymous, has revealed her intentions to share her good fortune with loved ones through a shopping spree. Beyond treating...

Gaza’s scarcity of cash fuels desperation, sparks unusual trade

The cash crisis, worsened by Israeli restrictions and Gaza’s financial collapse, has become yet another layer of hardship for civilians already under siege.

HMRC may target state pensioners who breach £597 annual limit

The full rate of the new State Pension is now £230.25 per week or £11,973 a year

Birmingham council boss received £469k as authority went ‘bankrupt’

The former chief executive of Birmingham City Council received £469,000 during the year she quit the effectively bankrupt authority. Council accounts for the year 2023-2024 revealed that Deborah Cadman was given £130,194 as compensation “for loss of office” on top of a salary of £269,750 and pension contributions of £68,961. The accounts also showe...

Sharjah Islamic Bank reports 25% jump in H1 profit to Dh697.2 million in 2025

Dubai: Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) reported a net profit of Dh697.2 million for the first half of 2025, marking a 25% increase from Dh558.7 million in the same period last year, as the bank continues to benefit from robust financing growth and improved asset quality. The bank’s income from Islamic financing and sukuk investments grew by 6.4% year-on...

Wealth funds warm to active management - and China - to weather volatility, report shows

By Libby George and Marc Jones LONDON (Reuters) -The world's sovereign wealth funds are turning to active fund management and investments in China, while central banks are diversifying reserves to weather a volatile global environment, an Invesco survey of sovereign funds and central banks managing $27 trillion in assets showed. Still, the dollar reigns supreme, with the bulk of central banks

Why strong currency is the key to upward mobility

Change your social status and your life by saving money in strong currencies, says Dominic Frisby

Bitcoin surpasses $120,000 mark for first time

Bitcoin continued to rise at the start of the week, surpassing the $120,000 mark early on Monday for the first time since it came onto the market some 15 years ago. On the Bitstamp trading platform, the price rose to $121,488, after nearly hitting the $120,000 mark over the weekend. Analysts attribute the oldest and best-known cryptocurrency's stea...

I earn £100k and feel rich – unlike some, I appreciate my privilege

Inflation is real - but I'm sick of hearing people on six figure salaries complaining they can't afford things

How to earn up to £715 – just by switching bank accounts

During the past year, fewer than one in five of us (17pc) switched bank accounts. But, ditching your current account isn’t just an opportunity to get better rates or customer service, it can also be an easy way to earn a bit of extra cash. In fact, if you’re prepared to keep switching, you could bank up to £715, based on the switching incentives cu...

Ashmore's assets rise to $47.6 billion as emerging markets shine

(Reuters) -Wealth manager Ashmore reported a rise in its fourth-quarter assets under management on Monday, benefiting from emerging market equities outperforming developed markets as investors shifted away from U.S. assets amid a weaker dollar. Investors are starting to shift money out of heavily weighted U.S. positions into cheaper assets, including those in emerging markets, Ashmore said, due

Best savings accounts of the week offering up to 4.75% interest

EXCLUSIVE: Experts have listed the best savings accounts ahead of an expected base rate cut in a few weeks' time.

Vote in our Independent Money poll: How confident are you in investing?

Vote in our Independent Money poll: How confident are you in investing? - INDEPENDENT MONEY: Each week, we invite readers to share their views on the financial stories making headlines – and impacting your bank balance

An A-Z of the FTSE 100: L is for… Lloyds share price

The Lloyds share price is close to being at its highest level since the global financial crisis. Our writer looks at where it might go next. The post An A-Z of the FTSE 100: L is for… Lloyds share price appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

Retirement Planning: How Long $1 Million Will Last You In Every State

To the millions of Americans who've saved nothing for retirement it sounds like a fortune. But to those who have managed to put one million dollars aside for their golden years—how many of those years will actually be golden depends on what state they happen to live in.

Cash shortage forces Gazans to pay high price for their own money

With banks shut and ATMs out of service, Gazans are turning to money repair services or cash brokers who now charge up to 40% commission, deepening a growing economic crisis. View on euronews

DWP State Pension uplift could see people receive extra £657

The Triple Lock policy has been making headlines recently

Full list of BBC on-air salaries in 2024/25

Full list of BBC on-air salaries in 2024/25 - There are no non-white people in the top 10, and only three women.

Is the state pension taxable in the UK? How it’s taxed and what you’ll pay

The state pension rising to nearly £12,000 this year will be welcomed by many retirees, but will leave others asking whether they will now have to pay income tax on their pension income. The triple lock guarantee, introduced in 2011, means that each year the state pension rises in line with either inflation, average earnings growth or 2.5pc, whiche...

How much does university cost, and can you save by studying abroad?

With tuition fees in the UK set to rise up to £9,535 from September, plus maintenance costs, today’s students can expect to graduate from English universities with around £50,000 of debt – a sum many will never pay off. There could be a way out – although it might involve a short flight. Going abroad to study is one option for cutting your costs. U...

Rolls-Royce shares: a £1,000 investment in 2020 is now worth…

Investing in Rolls-Royce shares has proven to be an immensely lucrative decision in recent years. But just how much money have investors made? The post Rolls-Royce shares: a £1,000 investment in 2020 is now worth… appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

10 most powerful currencies in 2025 – with 9 beating the US dollar

Bank with 3m customers gives urgent Bank of England alert to anyone with savings

Tesco Bank said a 'concerning' study found people are unaware they are losing money

Why the next month could make or break the Lloyds share price

Jon Smith outlines two key events in coming weeks that could influence the Lloyds share price, leading him to make a specific call right now. The post Why the next month could make or break the Lloyds share price appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

Dollar firms with Treasury yields as Trump's tariffs cloud US rate outlook

By Rae Wee SINGAPORE (Reuters) -The U.S. dollar drew support from elevated Treasury yields on Wednesday, which in turn kept pressure on the yen after the latest U.S. inflation report showed signs that President Donald Trump's tariffs were beginning to feed into prices. Rising prices on goods as varied as coffee, audio equipment and home furnishings pulled the inflation rate higher in June, with

If a 50-year-old puts £500 a month into the S&P 500, here’s what they could have by retirement

Regularly investing in S&P 500 shares could help a middle-aged person build a nest egg worth anywhere between £266,100 to £711,350. Here's how. The post If a 50-year-old puts £500 a month into the S&P 500, here’s what they could have by retirement appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

EU Court upholds EU parliament’s decision to recover funds from Jean-Marie Le Pen

BRUSSELS (Reuters) -The EU's General Court upheld on Wednesday a European Parliament (EP) decision requiring the estate of late French far-right politician Jean-Marie Le Pen to repay 303,200 euros ($352,380) for wrongly claimed expenses during his time as a member of the parliament. After Le Pen died in January 2025 aged 96, his daughters Yann and Marie-Caroline and granddaughter Marion continued

Why UAE residents choose gold over their bank savings accounts

Dubai: In a country where skyscrapers rise from the desert and luxury feels like second nature, it’s no surprise that gold—timeless, tangible, and trusted—is becoming the go-to savings tool for many UAE expats. While banks offer safety and convenience, more residents are now parking their money in gold instead. And it’s not just tradition—it’s stra...

St James’s Place confirms new fees – what it means for customers

The UK’s largest wealth manager is replacing its “opaque” and “complex” pricing structure. We explain the new charges, and when they will kick in

Labour shouldn’t fear taxing the rich – the people I work with would welcome it

I’ve worked with the super-rich my whole career. I worked for more than a decade as a lawyer advising high net worth individuals, and many of the people I worked with had assets worth more than £10m. It was commonplace to refer to their luxury apartments – usually in neighbourhoods like Kensington or Chelsea – as “safety deposit boxes in the sky”. My work involved advising them on how to pass on assets such as these pieds-à-terre and country...

Here’s how an investor could start a Stocks & Shares ISA tomorrow and aim for £2.1m by 2055

The Stocks and Shares ISA is an incredible vehicle for building wealth. Dr James Fox explains the strategy to go from zero to hero in 30 years. The post Here’s how an investor could start a Stocks & Shares ISA tomorrow and aim for £2.1m by 2055 appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

Ranked: the highest-paid sports stars in the world

Ever wondered which sports stars earn the most? From soccer to golf, we reveal the top-earning athletes over the past year.

What United's New Profit Forecast Signals for Airlines

Barbara Doran, BD8 Capaital Partners founder and CIO, reacts to United Airlines Holdings' new profit outlook for this year. The airline now expects full-year adjusted earnings of $9 to $11 a share, United said in a statement.

How I Manage My Money: Bookseller, on £300 a month, with no savings or pension

Jess Muxlow, 25, has struggled to save as much as she would like as a result of health issues

The best one-year fixed savings accounts – earn up to 4.59%

One year fixed savings accounts are now offering inflation-beating rates of up to 4.59%. We've rounded up the best deals available on the market now

£100,000 invested in the FTSE 250 5 years ago is now worth…

The FTSE 250's home to many growth stocks, some of which have more than doubled in the last five years! Here's how much money investors have been making. The post £100,000 invested in the FTSE 250 5 years ago is now worth… appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

Will interest rates be cut in August? The key factors for the Bank of England and 2025 predictions

Will interest rates be cut in August? The key factors for the Bank of England and 2025 predictions - Experts expect a split vote at the MPC’s meeting on 7 August