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NS&I raises interest rates on British Savings Bonds – are they any good?

Savers can access inflation-beating rates on NS&I's British Savings Bonds but there are better deals on offer in the wider market.

Saving vs investing: which is better to help you make more money?

While saving is great for short-term goals (five years or less), investing is a great way to help your money grow over the long term. But is one better than the other – and what is the real difference? We explain how they differ and what it could mean for your money.

50,000 shares of this 44p penny stock could deliver £1,650 in passive income

A cheap penny stock with a 7.5% dividend yield is a rare find on the UK stock market. Mark Hartley calculates whether it has real income potential.​ The post 50,000 shares of this 44p penny stock could deliver £1,650 in passive income appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

How to avoid paying higher-rate tax, even if you earn £110,000

Your complete guide to being better off Learn more Ongoing ‘stealth tax’ and rumours of a possible 2pc income tax increase coming in the Budget later this month could spell higher tax bills for millions – and anyone in higher tax bands will be keen to minimise the charge. The Government has confirmed income tax thresholds will remain frozen until 2...

Japan's Financial Regulator Urges Companies to Deploy Mounting Cash Piles

Japan's financial regulator is calling on companies to use their mounting cash piles for growth investment. Financial Services Agency Commissioner Yutaka Ito made the remarks in a speech at the Bloomberg Global Credit Forum in Tokyo.

Ukraine's foreign currency reserves hit record high of $49.5 billion

Ukraine's foreign currency reserves amount to $49.5 billion, the highest since the country gained independence from the Soviet Union in 1991, the central bank said on Friday The National Bank of Ukraine said the reserve amount, calculated as of November 1, is sufficient to cover more than five months of imports. In October, the reserves increased b...

Surge in savers maxing out £50k Premium Bonds limit ahead of Budget

The number of savers with £50,000 in Premium Bonds has more than doubled in the past six years. A record 1.4 million people have the maximum allowance sitting in their National Savings and Investments (NS&I) account – up from 600,000 in 2019. An increasing number of savers have turned to the tax-free haven in the hope of winning big in monthly draw...

Mumbai the Financial Capital of India

Explore Mumbai, the financial capital of India and a powerhouse of trade, business, and innovation. This video highlights the city’s economic importance, modern skyline, and cultural diversity that define its unique identity. Discover how Mumbai continues to drive India’s economic growth and global influence. #Mumbai #FinancialCapital #IndiaGrowth #Economy #UrbanDevelopment

'Should you invest in property or the stock market? My answer may surprise you'

Warren Shute is a multi award-winning Chartered Financial Planner, Certified Coach, author of The Money Plan, and Sunday Mirror columnist

Pensioners face £2,500 tax bills under potential Income Tax plans

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is said to be considering raising income tax, in a move that would hit millions of pensioners - and some could face bills of up to 2,500

How banks affect the environment and the role your money plays in it

When you think about your environmental footprint, what comes to mind first? Maybe the flights you take, the car you drive or whether you choose the train instead. Perhaps it is the plastic you try to avoid, the clothes you buy or the food on your plate. But what about your money – how often do you think about where it is kept and what it supports?...

Canada unveils ambitious new budget to respond to US tariff shock

Canada's Liberal government unveiled new federal budget plans in the House of Commons in Ottawa on Tuesday, which include a massive spending spree of 280 billion Canadian dollars (€173 billion). The spending is seen as a way to strengthen the Canadian economy after the imposition of steep tariffs by the United States, Canada's most important trading partner. Also in this edition: iconic French glassware cooperative Duralex raises €19 million in a day, just over a year after employees bought back the firm.

Dollar at 3-month high as traders pare near-term rate cut wagers

By Ankur Banerjee SINGAPORE (Reuters) -The dollar was steady on Tuesday, hovering near a three-month high as a divided Federal Reserve spurred traders to rein in interest rate cut wagers while investors awaited an Australian policy meeting where the central bank is likely to stand pat. The yen was softer at 154.38 per U.S. dollar in early Asian hours, just shy of the eight-and-a-half-month low

Investors continue to pull money from equity funds but at a slower rate – where is the money going?

Concerns about tax rises in the Autumn Budget continue to drive investor behaviour. Here is how fund sectors were affected in September

Online bank could pay your monthly bills - check your eligibility with full lists

Over 13 million people are customers - and you don't need to enter to be within a chance to win

Czech central bank sees upside price risks but no pledge on next rate move

By Jason Hovet and Jan Lopatka PRAGUE (Reuters) -The Czech National Bank left interest rates unchanged again on Thursday and said its policymakers saw upside inflation risks from wage growth and potential government spending, although it did not commit to any direction in future policy decisions. The bank's new forecasts indicated broad rate stability over the next few quarters, followed by a

Inheritance tax explained and why it might be changing

Inheritance tax explained and why it might be changing - It’s an unpopular and confusing tax, but it’s worth understanding.

Lloyds Bank warning as people see money appear in accounts

Lloyds Bank is urging people to stay vigilant

Boyu Seeks $1.4 Billion for Starbucks China Takeover

Private equity firm Boyu Capital is in talks with banks for a loan of around $1.4 billion-equivalent to support its acquisition of a majority stake in Starbucks' China business, according to people familiar with the matter. Bloomberg's Rachel Chang reports.

Households handed £130 cost of living payment in November

The payment will be issued to eligible households this month.

How much to spend on the person you're dating

Don't go overboard.

Report: Truth about the Royals' money

Wealth is always relative - even for those who possess vast quantities of it, not to mention three valets and an enviable property portfolio.

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Want to earn a £1,000 monthly passive income? Here’s how much you might need to invest

Everyone wants to make money while sleeping. But how big does an investment portfolio need to be to generate a four-figure monthly passive income? The post Want to earn a £1,000 monthly passive income? Here’s how much you might need to invest appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

Premium Bonds prize checker: When is November’s draw and have I won?

Premium Bonds prize checker: When is November’s NS&I draw and how can I check if I’ve won? - Everything you need to know about Premium Bonds

So Much Car for So Little Money: Buying a Jaguar XK 4.2

The Jaguar XK 4.2 offers classic grand tourer style, V8 performance, and serious value for money. In this video, we take a closer look at what makes it such a tempting buy — and why it might just be one of the best bargains in the used car market.

How Musk may spend his $1trn

Tesla shareholders have approved the whopping financial package for the CEO if he hits a series of ambitious targets over the next 10 years.

Women Poised to Benefit from 'Great Wealth Transfer'

Jaime Magyera, BlackRock Managing Director and Head of US Wealth Advisory and Head of Retirement, joins Bloomberg Businessweek Daily to discuss how women are set to inherit or receive wealth as part of a generational 'Great Wealth Transfer.' Magyera discusses when the transfer usually happens, what habits women tend to exercise when it comes to investing, their risk tolerance, philanthropic causes, and more. She speaks with Carol Massar and Matt Miller.

This could be the last chance to consider buying this exceptional UK stock below £10

This is one of the most exciting growth stocks in the UK market today. And I think it probably won’t be trading below £10 for much longer. The post This could be the last chance to consider buying this exceptional UK stock below £10 appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

Budget 2025 predictions: When is it and which taxes could Labour raise?

Just weeks away from the Budget, the Chancellor has given a televised address laying out what she sees as the “choices the country faces” amid sluggish growth and rising costs. Despite refusing to make any concrete pre-Budget announcements Rachel Reeves declined to rule out broad based tax increases saying “if we are to build the future of Britain ...

Buffett's Boldest Move Yet: Berkshire Hathaway Accumulates $382 Billion Cash as Markets Waver

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway has revealed a staggering cash reserve of $381.7 billion (£290.8 billion), marking a new peak and highlighting the company's cautious stance amid volatile markets. The record cash pile, reported alongside the firm's third-quarter earnings, underscores Buffett's strategy of maintaining substantial liquidity for fu...

Wealth of Nancy Pelosi revealed after she pocketed $130M in stock profits during Congress career

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's stock portfolio has grown around 17,000 percent over the course of her nearly four-decade career in Congress.

Four most common scams targeting old people – and how to avoid them

The four most common scams targeting older people – and how to avoid them - Some scammers will even mirror the hold music your bank uses

Government considers cutting VAT on domestic energy bills

A planned VAT cut on energy bills may bring greater savings to 7 million high-energy households than to those already cutting consumption.

Why the Wealth Tax Will Never Work - And They Know It

Everyone talks about “taxing the rich,” but no one talks about how impossible it actually is. The people who control the system also control the narrative—and they’re laughing while governments fail. This isn’t about fairness. It’s about power, control, and the illusion of change. Here’s what they don’t want you to understand.

Spain's lottery sellers urge bigger Christmas jackpot to match inflation

(Reuters) -Spain's lottery sellers have urged the government to raise the price of tickets for the country's traditional Christmas draw and boost the top prize known as the "Fat One" to keep up with inflation, the head of their main association said on Wednesday. Spain is grappling with a cost-of-living squeeze that has pushed up housing and energy costs, eroding disposable income and - lottery

The world's 21 celebrity billionaires ranked by wealth

From iconic actors to legendary musicians, meet the world's billionaire celebrities.

MoneyWeek experts pick the best investments for the next 25 years

MoneyWeek's experts predict the best investments for the next quarter-century. Tips range from defence and agriculture to Vietnam and Jardine Matheson

Why ‘green’ finance isn’t always as sustainable as it seems

In the wake of the 2007-08 global financial crisis, green finance has been increasingly celebrated as a way to tackle environmental challenges. Banks, investment funds and insurers have rolled out a growing range of green products, from green bonds to sustainability-linked loans. This momentum is encouraged by international environmental efforts su...

Germany financial watchdog slaps record fine on JPMorgan of $52 million

By Tom Sims FRANKFURT (Reuters) -Germany's financial watchdog BaFin has imposed its largest-ever fine of 45 million euros ($52.5 million) on Frankfurt-based JPMorgan SE for deficiencies in money-laundering prevention. BaFin said on Thursday that JPMorgan had "systematically" filed so-called suspicious activity reports late in the period from October 2021 though September 2022. JPMorgan has

Bill Ackman's Bet on Beleaguered Hertz is Up 90% as Stock Jumps 35% After First Profits in Two Years

Hertz Global (Nasdaq: HTZ) shares soared over 36% on Tuesday after posting revenue of $2.5 billion (£1.9 billion) and earnings per diluted share of $0.42 (£0.32)—both positive for the first time in two years. The earnings beat consensus estimates and could indicate that billionaire investor Bill Ackman's bet on the beleaguered company is proving to...

Sterling edges up ahead of BoE, Nok rises as Norges Bank holds rates

By Joice Alves LONDON (Reuters) -Sterling nudged higher but stayed near multiple-month lows on Thursday ahead of a Bank of England rate decision, with markets expecting a one-in-three chance of a cut, while Norway's crown recovered some ground after its central bank held rates. The dollar edged lower as a recovery in appetite for riskier assets pulled the U.S. currency off its recent peaks.

2 reasons why the Lloyds share price could go higher (and 3 reasons why it might not)

Since November 2024, the Lloyds Banking Group share price has risen 65%. James Beard considers the arguments for where it might go next. The post 2 reasons why the Lloyds share price could go higher (and 3 reasons why it might not) appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

'How I brought MoneyWeek to the masses'

Launching MoneyWeek gave ordinary investors information – and hence power, says Merryn Somerset Webb

You may be able to claim money if you work from home

Many people many not be aware of this potential financial boost

Best savings rates – earn as much as 4.75%

The best savings rates on the market are offering up to 4.75% on your cash. Act fast before these top-paying accounts disappear

Lloyds Bank warning as people have money put into accounts

Lloyds Bank has warned millions of people

UK Banks Slash Mortgage Rates Before Key Bank of England Vote — Analysts Predict Shock 0.25% Cut

The Bank of England's (BOE) official bank rate remains at 4%, but a change is anticipated following the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting scheduled for 6 November 2026. In a strategic move ahead of this pivotal decision, several of the UK's major banks have already begun slashing mortgage rates, sparking what analysts are calling a 'mortgage ...

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BRIONY BUILDS into ASUS ROG HELIOS - The £270 PC Case!

Briony has had a little project in hand - she got the flagship Asus rog helios case, and a ton of components from asus for a showcase build. Is this expensive case worth the money - was it hard to build into it? Did she run into problems? How did it end up looking? All and more is answered today! 00:13 Briony Unboxed / Introduction 00:49 The Components breakdown 05:10 Case Filters Closeup 06:20 Panel and psu Shroud removal 09:40 Taking a look inside the case 11:10 ssd time 12:50 Installing the cpu and Memory 14:20 Installing the rog Strix Z390-E Gaming motherboard 15:46 Installing the rog Thor 850W Platinum psu 19:13 Connecting up the motherboard cables 20:10 Admiring the case design 21:08 Installing the asus aio Cooler 27:20 Cable work 30:25 Installing the asus Rox Strix 2060 33:50 Some niggling issues with PCIe Extension cable 35:00 Briony does the Cable Management 39:00 System built! Test Build components: Intel i5 9600K Processor Asus rog Strix Z390-E Gaming motherboard rog Ryujin 360 aio Cooler Hyper X Predator DDR4 2933MHz Memory Asus rog Strix rtx 2060 Graphics card rog Thor 850W platinum Powersupply KitGuru uses a variety of equipment to produce content: As of May 2019: Panasonic GH5 and GH5s Cameras Panasonic GH4 Cameras