Banks are not your friend
Anybody over the age of 35 is liable to remember living through the economic crisis of 2007/8 when the world’s banking system collapsed.
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Tax crackdown fuels bullion boom
Surge in coin buying driven by tax fears UK investors are snapping up record numbers of gold coins in a bid to sidestep.
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Base rate drops to 4%
The Bank of England today cut UK interest rates by 0.25%. The move lowers the base rate to 4% – the fifth cut.
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UK car finance scandal
Supreme Court ruling limits payouts On Friday the UK Supreme Court ruled in favour of lenders in two of three test cases, significantly.
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Britain in debt spiral
Economic warning as costs surge The UK is heading into a dangerous “debt doom loop” that threatens to choke economic growth, drive out.
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Scots toast India trade deal
Figures suggest the UK’s trade deal with India will deliver £190 million for Scotland. The Scotland Office said the deal is great news.
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Brits face pension shortfall
Retirement crisis hits home Millions of Brits, including many thousands across the West Midlands, are heading for a pension shortfall, with new figures.
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Stock exchange 24-hour trading?
Push for extended access The London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) is actively exploring the feasibility of 24-hour trading, as exchanges globally respond to.
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Exports fuel Midlands growth
Backing British business UK Export Finance (UKEF) delivered a record £14.5 billion in support to British exporters in 2024/25, unlocking contracts worldwide, strengthening.
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UK economy contracts again
Second monthly fall heightens pressure on Labour The UK economy shrank by 0.1% in May, marking the second consecutive monthly decline in growth.