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'The UK needs this': Saba boss claims investment trust coup will revitalise the UK marketThe hedge fund behind a planned takeover of seven London-listed investment trusts has revealed plans for a new strategy it claims will help revitalise the entire sector.
Why interest rates may NEVER fall back to their lows: What the end of the super-cheap money era means for youThe era of super-cheap money is over, according to leading economists who argue interest rates will not fall back to the low levels enjoyed prior to 2022.
Card Factory upholds full-year profit outlook following strong ChristmasThe Wakefield-based retailer reported its turnover rose by 4.7 per cent in November and December, with store revenue increasing by 3 per cent on a like-for-like basis.
Rent rises could be capped under new amendment to Labour billThe proposed changes would limit rent increases to the lowest of either inflation or average wage growth.
Is the bull market running out of steam? How investors can protect AND profit in 2025'The biggest mistake in 2024 was not to be bullish enough,' says Fidelity's investment expert Tom Stevenson, but markets have began 2025 with a wobble.
How YOU can make pots of money through social media tips: ALEX BRUMMER reveals how tech-alert young investors on Reddit proved him an 'old fool'In the summer of 2020, a younger, tech savvy colleague rushed into my office: 'Alex, you have got to write about Reddit and how young people are making pots of money on social media share tips.'
Games Workshop sales jump by a fifth to almost £300mGames Workshop, which recently joined the FTSE 100, revealed its pre-tax profits jumped by a third to a forecast-beating £126.8million in the six months ending 1 December.
The race to become the world's first $4TRILLION company - as experts reveal how the battle between US tech giants could affect youApple is the front-runner in a tight contest to surpass the $4 trillion hurdle for the first time. But with a valuation of $3.6 trillion the iPhone maker is closely followed by microchip pioneer Nvidia.
New best buy easy-access cash Isa launched by Trading 212DIY investment platform Trading 212 today boosted the rate on its cash Isa for new customers, bringing the rate above 5 per cent.
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.
My new home has a pigeon infestation: How can I get rid of them?I've just moved into my first ever property. It is a brand new apartment which is within a converted mill. The pigeons continue to come, no matter how much we scare them.
Ocado cheers record Christmas sales as customer numbers climbOcado secured record sales over the crucial Christmas trading period as the online grocer's customer numbers soared above one million.
Housebuilders beat new home forecasts despite economic weaknessThe Government's housebuilding drive was handed a confidence boost on Tuesday after London-listed builders reported building more new homes than expected last year.
Cash Isa rush predicted as £54bn of fixed-rate tax-free money will mature in the coming months - here's why you should act early...With billions of tax-free cash set to mature, experts are warning savers to expect far worse returns.
JD Sports out of the race to £1bn profit after another downgradeThe Bury-based group had hoped to follow fellow retailers Tesco, M&S and Kingfisher in achieving £1billion in pre-tax profits, but is now set to be beaten to the milestone by Next.
Should I give my house to my children now to avoid inheritance tax? Four problems to watch out for...The family home is likely to be one of your most valuable assets. This begs the question: 'Can I gift it to my children now? Lawyer Philip Sillars explains the risks.
Small businesses shun international growth in favour of keeping it localThe majority of microbusinesses - those with under 10 full-time employees - say they are positive about growing their company.
How to get two years' free EV driving - the charger deal to know aboutEDF's new deal offers both existing and new customers £300 credit if you sign up to a home charger/tariff bundle.
MARKET REPORT: Ladbrokes owner Entain shrugs off American football woeIn an unscheduled update to the City, Entain said it expects full-year earnings to be at the top of the £1.04bn to £1.09bn range it outlined in October.
Can Donald Trump and Elon Musk send UK space firms into orbit?Musk - who has been dubbed Trump's 'first buddy' (pictured together) - founded Space X in 2002 and it is now a leading manufacturer of advanced rockets.
Heathrow planning expansion after record-breaking Christmas rounds off busiest ever yearHeathrow bosses are in talks with Government over a third runway to boost capacity. Chief exec Thomas Woldbye plans to improve infrastructure.
Pound tumbles and gilt yields rise as Reeves faces fresh market turmoilIn another setback for Rachel Reeves (pictured), sterling slumped by as much as a cent to a 14-month low of $1.21 against the US dollar.
Starmer's faulty AI project: Windfarms won't be enough to power a UK tech revolution, says ALEX BRUMMERThe most upbeat speech of Keir Starmer's sojourn at No 10, with his embrace of AI, was intended to lift spirits during a torrid period on markets.
ZENNOR JAPAN EQUITY INCOME FUND: Japan specialist that is thriving by following laws of Warren BuffettJapan Equity Income has generated total investor returns of 19 per cent - better than the average Japanese fund over the same period of 17 per cent.
Another council looks to introduce emissions-based parking which would see high polluting cars paying DOUBLEReading is the latest council to consider charging cars that pollute more - which is often larger cars such as SUVs - more to park on the street and with permits.
Bank of Dave scores another number one Netflix movie with Loan Ranger - listen to his words of advice on our podcastA new Netflix movie starring Rory Kinnear as Burnley entrepreneur Dave Fishwick has hit number one on its streaming charts over the weekend.
Your car repair costs are set to soar even HIGHER in 2025, motoring experts warn2025 is looking to be an even more expensive year for car repairs, new data warns, with experts concerned that drivers will shun repairs and maintenance to avoid bills.
Is it true pensions won't be increased by RPI inflation after 2030? STEVE WEBB repliesI understand that from 2030 CPIH (Consumer Prices Index including owner occupiers' housing costs) will be introduced which is less than the RPI.
How much British homeowners make when they sell revealed - and why profits are shrinkingThe average homeowner in England and Wales sold their home for £91,820 more than they paid for it, having owned it for 8.9 years on average.
ALEX BRUMMER: Chancellor's trip to China is a botched missionThe idea of both Reeves and the governor of the Bank of England being on the other side of the world, during the current financial turmoil, is not the best optic.
What are government bonds and why do they fear debt markets more than any other? PATRICK TOOHER explainsA bond is an IOU or loan made by an investor to a government or company that must be repaid in full at a set date in the future.
How to protect YOUR money from an economic meltdown: JEFF PRESTRIDGE on what you need to do NOWAre the wheels coming off Rachel Reeves's 'wagon'?
Political allegiance may determine your answer to this question, but financial markets are adamant in their opinion.
You CAN make money on a house renovation! Experts reveal their ultimate guide to what worksMillions of homeowners dream of a new, extended kitchen, or creating more space with an extra bedroom or loft conversion.
Which US tech giant will pip its rivals to be world's first $4tn company?Apple is the front-runner, but it is closely followed by Nvidia, with Microsoft hard on its heels.
How much would YOU spend to fund your family ancestry search?Experts point out that you can discover your roots without having to sign up to costly subscriptions and much family sleuthing can be done for free.
TONY HETHERINGTON: Is £30,000 'whisky' investment a glorified IOU?I invested in whisky casks. Then it was suggested I invest £30,000 in Linc Drinks. I did, but then I heard about your article regards the company.
JEFF PRESTRIDGE: Don't let a ruthless US fund manager destroy your trustUnless these trust investors want their money to be run in the future by Saba, they need to vote against the proposals put forward by this corporate opportunist.
Blow for Chancellor as bond rout costs hit £50bnReeves left a historically tiny buffer of £10 billion for this year in her Budget to meet her main rule that day-to-day spending be matched by tax receipts.
How to pick up an investment bargain by buying UK sharesThat's the question that investors are asking themselves about the UK.
Why NOW is the best time to retire in nearly 20 years: A silver lining could boost your pension, says RACHEL RICKARD STRAUSSomeone buying a retirement income today could secure a deal that is a massive 70 per cent higher than if they had bought in 2020, when deals hit a record low.
RAY MASSEY: Electric dream could turn to a nightmare if the public don't buy itSo unless ministers take steps now to encourage them - or push back the 2030 deadline - the policy is doomed.
John Lewis wouldn't swap my free breakfast bap for a vegan alternativeI'm vegan, so I contacted John Lewis customer services to ask if I could swap it for a vegan item of similar value - but was surprised that it said no.
Leaving money to charity in your will: How to create a legacy and cut IHT billThere are lots of great reasons to leave money to charity in your will, most obviously because it is a wonderful thing to help others. Here's how to make most impact...
What's gone wrong with the UK's finances and is it Rachel Reeves' fault? This is Money podcastThe gilt yield spike is unfortunate for a Labour party that has repeatedly accused Liz Truss 'crashing the economy', so what's going on.
New look Tesla Model Y revealed - and it's pinched a few Cybertruck featuresTesla's best-selling car has finally been given a facelift and emerges in 2025 with new looks and improved range. Here's a first glimpse at the Cybertruck-inspired tweaks.
The best buy-to-let mortgages for landlords: Should they fix or risk a tracker?We share the best buy-to-let mortgage rates for both personal name and limited company mortgages. These rates were the best deals sourced as of 10 January 2025.
SUVs officially become Britain's favourite type of car for the first time on recordA third of new cars entering the road last year were 'Chelsea Tractors', snatching the mantle of most popular segment from superminis, which had topped the sales charts for decades.
Nationwide reveals cash withdrawals have surged - and average amount taken out in one go is HUGEThe building society said that the recent surge came from customers opting for cash to easier budget in the wake of the pandemic.
UK borrowing costs soar to 27-year high: What are gilts and how do they work?The cost of borrowing soared to its highest level for more than a quarter of a century this week as gilt yields continue to rise. What are they?
Gilt yields show the UK can't borrow for growth so let's offer savers a good deal and use them: SIMON LAMBERTThe government represents the UK and its people and some of those people are sitting on a lot of money, maybe it's time for a mutually beneficial deal.
Estate agents exclude leasehold details and other vital information from online property listingsMany property adverts are not compliant with current legislation, which means people are left without crucial information in the early stages of buying a home.
How to be fair in divorce when it comes to money and keep costs downCouples can divorce within six months of applying, but financial settlements are dealt with in a separate process that can take much longer. Here's what you need to know...
One in four young people say they left school without ANY financial educationOf the current generation of 18-21 year olds, four million were not taught how to properly manage their finances according to Santander.
Mortgage rates to rise as borrowing costs reach highest level in 27 yearsRates had been expected to fall in 2025 due to expectations that the Bank of England will cut the base rate three or four times, but that has now been thrown into question.
Interest rates could be 2.5% by late 2027, economist predicts: What would that mean for mortgages?Oxford Economics is predicting that interest rates will fall to 2.5% by late 2027, a much bigger drop than the 3.75% market consensus.
About to retire? Here's a must do list before you stop work for goodThere are some final tasks and also some big lifestyle changes to consider in the final months before you leave your job. Here's what you need to know.
Do you hold one of the investment trusts facing a US hedge fund raid? Make sure you vote, warn expertsBoaz Weinstein (pictured), founder of Saba Capital, is pushing for a huge shake-up that would mean that directors at the trusts replaced by him and his allies.
I'm a global fund manager and here's where I would invest nowJames Knoedler, portfolio manager of the Evenlode Global Equity funds shares his thoughts on Nvidia, Mastercard, gold and Bitcoin.
Fears over IHT raid on pensions may be 'overcooked', says money expert BILLY BURROWSThere is no doubt Rachel Reeves' announcement that from April 2027 unused pensions will be subject to inheritance tax is bad news - but is it as bad as people are saying?
Will the 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel cars happen... and will I still be able to drive my petrol car?The Government has yet again reiterated that it will ban sales of new petrol and diesel cars from 2030 - but has also launched a consultation into the deadline date...
The 10 jobs with biggest pay rises in 2024 revealed - is YOURS on the list?Firms operating within the engineering and manufacturing, technology, legal, and finance sectors have delivered the highest pay rises in 2024, research shows.
Where are interest rates headed in 2025 and what will this mean for mortgages?Interest rates were only cut twice in 2024 with base rate falling from a high of 5.25 per cent to 4.75 per cent. Will the cuts be deeper next year? We get the experts views
I was mugged and forced to transfer money from my banking app - who should be helping me? DEAN DUNHAMI was accosted and forced to transfer £200 to my assailant's bank account via my online banking app. I reported the matter to the police and then my bank.
What next for mortgage rates?Mortgage rates have been edging lower this month, but the lowest rates remain above 4 per cent for the time being.
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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The truth about your home's alarm system and how Britons are being left with a huge secret bill for making a crisis callIf you are one of the tens of thousands of people in the UK who pay for a personal alarm system then chances are you are unaware of a secret charge added on to your bill.
Trusts step up attacks on Saba claiming fees could skyrocket under the US hedge fundSaba, run by Wall Street financier Boaz Weinstein (pictured), has proposed to replace directors at the seven trusts with its own nominees.
GSK to buy rare cancer drug developer IDRx for up to £1bnUnder the agreement, GSK will pay $1billion upfront to acquire the Massachussetts-based firm, followed by up to $150million in 'success-based' milestone payments.
Sosandar cashes in on strong demand over Christmas as it targets new storesThe Wilmslow-based womenswear brand said sales of partywear were 'strong' over the three months to 31 December 2024.
PageGroup profits hit by global hiring slowdownThe recruiter reported its gross profits fell by 12.9 per cent at constant currency rates to £196million in the fourth quarter of last year owing to weaker performances across all regions.
SMALL CAP IDEA: Alliance Pharma defects amid shrinking AIMLess than two weeks into 2025 we've had our first defection from AIM in the form of Alliance Pharma.
Entain shares rise as UK punters fail to beat the bookiesEntain shares rose after the gambling giant upgraded profit guidance, despite its US business suffering 'customer friendly' sports results in the fourth quarter.
Mark Irwin set to retire as Serco boss after 12 years at the helmSerco chief executive Mark Irwin will retire this year, calling time on a 12-year stint with the outsourcing giant.
Hedge fund boss claims he will be a 'white knight' for investment trustsThe founder of New York-based Saba Capital, is pushing for a huge shake-up at seven of the trusts, which hold stocks, bonds and assets on behalf of investors.
Labour ministers are urged to urgently crackdown on LED headlights that dazzle other drivers - after motorists warned the beams on modern cars are too intenseA survey found nine in 10 drivers think at least some headlights on cars on the road today are too bright
British Steel set to abandon return to TeessideThe loss-making company had planned to build a 'green steel' electric arc furnace in the region and another at its main site in Scunthorpe.
RUTH SUNDERLAND: Tariffs won't come up Trumps for DonaldThe Tax Foundation, a respected US think-tank, estimates the new tariffs proposed - without taking account of retaliation - could result in the loss of 344,000 jobs.
Poor service costing firms £7.3bn every month, report revealsA report is set to reveal 69 per cent of workers deal with failings in service - for which their own and other firms are responsible.
HAMISH MCRAE: Don't panic, that's Labour's jobWhen a Cabinet Minister tells people they should not be worried by what is happening on the financial markets, you know the Government is really scared. It should be.
Best friends from the RAF to float their £25m defence firm in LondonRC Fornax wants to raise at least £5 million, valuing the business at £25 million, sources say.
Blue-blooded tech firm Afiniti files for bankruptcyAfiniti filed for bankruptcy in the US two months ago as the firm struggled under a mountain of debt.
Telent boss is one of the Budget's few cheerleadersAlthough head of the technology firm, Jo Gretton, admits the increase to National Insurance contributions 'will be a drag'.
Victoria Wood put me on the map, says actor DUNCAN PRESTONThe 78-year-old featured in most of Victoria's TV shows including Dinnerladies and Acorn Antiques.
Motorway speed limits are viewed as 'targets', 7 in 10 drivers admit - and more than half admit to going above themSome 81 per cent of respondents said they regularly saw people 'excessively speeding', with 55 per cent saying there was a culture among UK road users that it was acceptable to speed.
Investors buy gold to dodge Chancellor's tax hikeSales of gold coins were three times higher between October and December than in the same period of 2023, according to The Royal Mint.
Senior MP's profound concerns over £50bn Shein listingLiam Byrne wrote to the FCA and London Stock Exchange to ask how they will scrutinise the firm as it plans one of Britain's biggest ever flotations.
Boots future uncertain despite solid Christmas salesAlthough its latest update does not include December, the chemist said early signs showed the festive trading period had been 'solid'.
Investors ditch woke causes after Donald Trump's victoryA report said fund managers are more willing to speak out against environmental, social and governance and diversity, equality and inclusion issues.
MARKET REPORT: Bruised FTSE 250 suffers worst week for 18 monthsThe mid-cap index is vulnerable to the weakening pound and deepening concern about the UK's growth prospects and fiscal credibility.
Supermarkets blast 'punitive' business ratesRetailers face an increase in business rates in April alongside a barrage of other costs imposed by the Chancellor.
Jaguar sales nosedived ahead of 'woke' rebrand - while Land Rover's Defender and Range Rover sales soarJaguar was mauled for ditching the iconic 'growler' badge, used for decades on grilles and bonnets, and replacing it with a curved geometric 'J' badge.
Alliance Pharma agrees £350m takeover by fund managerThe drug manufacturer said its investors would receive 62.5 pence per share under the deal, a 40.9 per cent premium to its closing share price on Thursday.
Fiat slashes EV prices after recording a 14% decline in UK car sales last yearPrices tags for the 600e family crossover and Abarth 500e hot hatch have been trimmed by up to £4,220. Both now start from £29,975.
Clarkson shares top FTSE 250 risers after shipbroker ups expectationsThe world's biggest shipping services firm now expects to report making at least £115million in underlying pre-tax profits in 2024, having made a record £109.2million the previous year.
SMALL CAP MOVERS: ImmuPharma lifted by groundbreaking researchSeveral companies managed to stave off the new year blues, not least ImmuPharma which bagged this week's spot as AIM's biggest riser.
Climate policies probably more inflationary than expected, says Bank of England deputyPolicies designed to fight climate change 'probably' had a bigger impact on the inflationary upheaval of recent years than first thought, Sarah Breeden said.
Sainsbury's to hike wages as Taste the Difference range lifts retailer to record ChristmasThe supermarket giant said its staff would receive a five per cent pay hike over the coming year, split into two separate increases to help 'navigate a challenging cost environment.'
The Budget is coming back to bite us: Reeves did nothing to fix the foundations, says ALEX BRUMMEROne can understand why the Chancellor was happy to let her chief secretary to the Treasury take the heat for the crash in confidence in gilt-edged stock and the pound.
Is it time for investors to swap the Magnificent Seven giants for smaller US companies?There are concerns that when the Magnificent Seven's run breaks, share prices will be hit hard but investors are reluctant to bet against so-called US exceptionalism.
Robot army is helping Ocado march into profit: How 'food geek' boss Hannah Gibson is mending M&S tie-upThe joint venture between M&S and the supermarket arm of Ocado, led by Hannah Gibson (pictured), should have been a match made in heaven.
Labour's offering bribes of £7,500 to get a heat pump - but before you take the plunge you MUST read thisHeat pumps divide opinion. Homeowners either like them or loathe them - but even those who have embraced these heating devices say they are fraught with problems.
Greggs shares dive after demand slows during second half of 2024Like-for-like sales in its company-managed stores rose by only 2.5% in the fourth quarter, half the rise of the prior three months.
Tesco and M&S sound alarm over rising costs: Retail giants face hit from Budget after bumper Christmas tradingM&S, led by boss Stuart Machin (pictured with Sienna Miller) reported £4.06bn in sales for the three months to 28 December.
Fund star Terry Smith dumps stake in drinks giant Diageo as weight-loss jabs boomIn a letter to investors, Smith (pictured) said he had sold his Fundsmith Equity fund's shares in Diageo after holding the stock for almost 15 years.
Fund managers warn City watchdog over power grab of UK trusts by US hedge fundSaba, run by Boaz Weinstein (pictured), has proposed replace trust directors with its own nominees, saying leaders have 'failed shareholders'.
Shein edges closer to controversial £50bn London listing as China denies human rights abusesThe £50bn listing could be sorted by Easter, sources say, as Chancellor Rachel Reeves heads to China for talks on economic and financial cooperation.
Top financier Edi Truell launches £245m bid for struggling banknote printer De La RueTruell has offered to pay £1.25 per share for the entire company, having previously made an approach for 40% of the firm at the same price.
MARKET REPORT: Boost for pawn broker H&T as consumers falterH&T Group, which has more than 270 pawn shops, saw a record number of new customers in the final ten weeks of last year.
Saba lures in Herald shareholders with cash exit offerThe hedge fund attempting to seize control of seven London-listed funds is hoping to win over Herald Investment Trust investors with the offer of a cash exit.
Do you own one of the most scrapped cars of 2024? Number one is a hugely popular Ford family hatchbackScrap Car Comparison has revealed which models were most commonly crushed between January and December. Many are best sellers from the 00s.
We downsized and got a smart meter… why have our Octopus energy bills rocketed? CRANE ON THE CASEIn our three-bed house we paid £90 per month, but now in our two-bed flat we have been asked to pay £430.
Consumers face price hikes next year as Budget costs bite, retailers warnThe British Retail Consortium said there is 'little hope of prices going anywhere but up' following recent Budget announcements that will raise costs for UK retailers.
Marks & Spencer saw blockbuster Christmas trade including best EVER day for food salesMarks & Spencer looks to be the big retail winner of Christmas 2024 after the group's sales soared ahead of market expectations.
How Carter saved the economy - but not his presidency: ALEX BRUMMER recalls the events of 1979Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States, has been much eulogised as America's most distinguished after-President.
I have a disabled son - what can I do to make sure he gets an inheritance?Do savings accounts make it worse for him if he needs benefits. Would it be better in a pension than savings?
Oil giant Shell warns of £2bn blow as it struggles to close the gap with US rivalsBoss Wael Sawan last year said he will consider moving Shell's listing to New York if efforts to boost its valuation in the UK do not pay off.
American football winning streak costs Flutter £300m as punters back favouritesFlutter suffered its biggest one-day loss on the NFL on December 30, when the Detroit Lions beat San Francisco 49ers, costing it £59m.
Liverpool tycoon behind Home Bargains pockets a £1.2bn windfall after a surge in profitsTom Morris (pictured), who was dubbed 'the richest Scouser to have ever lived' by his hometown press, opened his first shop almost 50 years ago.
Reeves faces a fiscal storm: Bleak outlook for the economy under Labour, says ALEX BRUMMERWhen it comes to travel plans for Chancellors engulfed in market turmoil, it is a case of being caught between the devil and the deep blue sea.
MARKET REPORT: Blue chips turn red amid turmoil on bond marketsWith UK gilt yields soaring and the pound sinking, the FTSE 100 inched up 0.1%, while the more domestically focused FTSE 250 tumbled 1.9%.
The nation's electric car charging network saw record growth in 2024 - but is it accelerating fast enough to hit green targets?The number of charge points installed in the UK over the course of 2024 was the highest annual level seen, with over 20,000 new devices added.
Car insurance premiums saw record fall in 2024 - with young drivers enjoying biggest cutsDrivers have seen significant increases in their insurance costs in recent years, but the market may have reached a turning point.
Faberge owner Gemfields hit by Zambia emerald taxLondon-listed Gemfields, whose ambassador is actress Mila Kunis, has been blindsided by the imposition of a double-digit tax on the export of gemstones from Zambia.
Second major fund manager joins calls for shareholders to reject Saba coupJanus Henderson has joined rivals in urging investors of its London-listed investment trusts to reject a takeover attempt from US hedge fund Saba Capital.
How to buy a house for as little as HALF price! TOBY WALNE at a property auction where savvy buyers can make a killingThe auction room goes quiet in suspense as the auctioneer raises the gavel above the block with a theatrical flourish. 'Going first... going second... going for the third and final time... gone,' he roars.
The UK's borrowing costs hit the highest level in 27 years as Reeves faces gilt yield blowIn yet another setback for the Chancellor in the wake of the Budget, the yield on 30-year gilts topped 5.25 per cent for the first time since 1998.
The ultimate guide to British Airways' controversial new loyalty programme - and everything you need to do to bag yourself coveted gold statusFrequent flyers were not slow to criticise British Airways' announcement last week that it was dramatically changing its loyalty programme from April 1.
Topps Tiles boss to retire after sales enjoy festive bounceTopps Tiles surpassed expectations in the final weeks of 2024 as the retailer made progress with efforts to boost professional trade sales.
Shell takes $1.3bn emissions payments hit amid 'significantly lower' profitsShell has warned of a $1.3billion cashflow impact for the fourth quarter of 2024 due to payments of emissions certificates.
Save your savings! If you have a cash Isa you need to know about this sneaky trick, says SYLVIA MORRISIf you are one of the savvy savers who poured money into their Isas this time last year, you need to watch out.
Labour's offering bribes of £7,500 to get a heat pump - but before you take the plunge you MUST read thisAndy and Michelle Powell (pictured) had a new heat pump installed in their four-bedroom home just outside the market town of Berkeley in Gloucestershire.
How to buy a house for as little as HALF price! I went to a property auction where savvy buyers can make a killingOscar Ryan and Adam Roubicek (pictured) bought a one-bedroom London flat for £265,000 at auction which would have normally cost around £300,000.
I was sent two energy bills by EDF for £8,000 - and then a third for £7,000: SALLY SORTS ITIn April 2024, EDF Energy said I owed it £8,000 just for my gas. It promised to correct the error, but another £8,000 bill arrived. In August an adviser agreed something was wrong.
Boom in lucrative bespoke luxury cars sparks £300m expansion at Rolls-Royce in its third best sales yearA total of 5,712 Rolls-Royce motor cars were delivered to customers 2024 - the third-highest annual sales figure on record.
Next joins the £1bn club: That's how much profit the retailer expects to make this year - despite the gloom on the High StreetIn an upbeat trading statement to the City, the retailer's chief exec Lord Wolfson (pictured) raised his profit forecast for the year by £5m to £1.01bn.
UK construction industry sees slowest growth since last JuneThe eagerly-watched S&P Global UK Construction Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) gave a reading of 53.3, down from 55.2 in November.
Trust chiefs step up attack on US activist as one warns of an attempted 'asset grab'Saba Capital is calling for a shake-up of seven London-listed investment trusts which collectively have a market value of around £4bn
MARKET REPORT: Amaroq Minerals shares warm to Donald Trump's Arctic ambitionsDonald Trump Jr landed in Greenland on a 'personal day-trip' hours after his father repeated his wish for the US to take control of the autonomous Danish territory.
Hornby turnaround 'on track' as Christmas sales defy retail gloomThe model train maker's sales outperformed High Street peers over the crucial Christmas trading period.
I took a pension lump sum: Should I pay off my £117k buy-to-let mortgage?Should I use the lump sum now to cut out mortgage payments on my buy-to-let, or leave the cash to hopefully grow in value for the future?
Can I refuse to let security staff search my bag if I set off the alarm leaving a shop? DEAN DUNHAM repliesI set off the alarm when I left a department store, although I hadn't bought anything. Security on the door insisted on searching my shopping bags.
Britain's luxury car hotspots revealed - do you live near any of top 25 areas?Beyond central London, the most affluent parts of the commuter zone are home to the highest concentration of super-luxe cars.
The 2025 money deadlines you must put in your diary NOWYou have weeks to file an online return and pay what you owe. There's a £100 fine if you file up to three months late. For late payments, you're charged 7.25% interest.
Chance to have your say on flawed Lifetime Isas as part of cross-party reviewThe Lifetime Individual Savings Account was launched eight years ago to help people save for their first home or boost their retirement savings.
Labour's woes continue as UK borrowing costs pile up: ALEX BRUMMERWhen in opposition, Keir Starmer's team never missed an opportunity to accuse Liz Truss and the Tories of crashing the economy.
Ocado and Marks & Spencer crowned the big winners of the Christmas grocery battleDate from research group Kantar showed Ocado sales rose 9.6% for the three months to December 29. M&S saw food and drink sales rise by 8.7%.
Close Brothers boss steps down on health grounds as motor finance scandal grips the industryAdrian Sainsbury, who became Close Brothers chief exec in 2020, stood down on Monday after taking medical leave in September.
Bespoke cars boost Rolls-Royce as it plans £300m expansion of its West Sussex factoryThe company delivered 5,712 cars to customers in 2024 - the third highest annual sales figure on record behind 6,032 in 2023 and 6,021 in 2022.
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