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I was so proud when my daughter got a Saturday job... this is what you must teach your children about moneyAnyone who witnessed my joyous reaction when hearing my daughter had bagged her first job would have assumed it was I who got the gig.
Rachel Reeves claims she wants to cut our bills but this is the hidden tax experts tell me is coming - and the fool behind it all: JEFF PRESTRIDGEThank goodness energy and climate secretary Ed Miliband is out of the country for a while, heading up the UK's delegation at the COP30 climate talks in Brazil.
Radio 1 DJ Matt Edmondson: We launched a board game business in lockdown and it snowballedEdmondson is the Radio 1 DJ hosting a new Daily Mail podcast about celebrity money. Here he opens up on his own finances
Everything you need to know about the stock market crash... and how to protect your moneyHistory tells us that, over the long term, the stock market tends to rise - but also that there will be dips along the way.
Boost for savers as Bank of England raises deposit guarantee limit to £110,000In a major boost for millions of savers, the Bank of England is expected to confirm that the deposit guarantee limit will increase from £85,000 to £110,000.
The best paid jobs... and which careers saw the biggest pay rises this year: See how your profession and salary compare with our new calculatorOur exclusive analysis of official ONS data reveals which occupations far exceeded the average pay rise, with some scoring growth into the double-digit percentages.
Applied Nutrition powers up with £30m profitSales are forecast to have risen to £106 million from £86 million last year, according to data platform Refinitiv.
Pfizer wins £7.7bn bidding war for fat jab drug firmNovo gatecrashed the takeover deal between Pfizer and Metsera. But the US giant appears to have won the battle as Metsera says its board will unanimously recommend Pfizer's offer.
Primark goes global as parent firm mulls £10bn splitOwner Associated British Foods will announce in April whether its retail arm will be spun out into a new entity, say sources close to the issue.
Vulnerable Diageo could be forced to spin off GuinnessThe UK-listed drinks giant suffered a sell-off after a bleak trading update. Its latest woes are likely to see activist investors pile in and call for big changes, City sources told us.
As Sky boss DANA STRONG eyes ITV, she reveals the secret of her successFor Strong, an enticing prospect might be blending ITV's heritage in free-to-air broadcasting with Sky's subscription-based model.
Britain weeks away from sealing blockbuster trade deal with GulfA source close to the discussions told us that the talks were now 'past the point where there would be any major deal-breakers' that could derail them at the last moment.
HAMISH MCRAE: Inflation timebomb is set to go off in the New YearI fear that inflation is much more deeply embedded than the Bank of England appreciates.
GOLDEN PROSPECT PRECIOUS METALS: Investors may truly be sitting on a gold mineShares have risen by more than 140 per cent this year, but the fund's investment managers are convinced there are more gains to come on the back of a resilient gold price.
Bank of England boss Andrew Bailey sounds alarm over jobs ahead of BudgetBank of England governor Andrew Bailey has sounded a pre-Budget warning over jobs as he revealed that 'a lot of companies talk to me about reducing their hiring'.
Britain's television jewel ITV is under threat, warns ALEX BRUMMERSky is owned by Brian Roberts' US behemoth Comcast, so command and control would effectively pass to Philadelphia.
Housebuilder shares are sliding - consider hunting out some bargainsWill the Chancellor use her Budget to kick-start development and make home ownership more affordable? In which case, housebuilder shares could look like alluring bargains.
Transatlantic troubles wipe £2bn off IAG's valueShares in International Airlines Group slumped 11.6 per cent to 366.2p after reporting lower demand for economy-class seats over the popular summer months.
Tech stocks lose £750bn as AI bubble fears mountNasdaq shares are down almost 12 per cent on the week. Analysts are concerned that the estimated £1.1 trillion being pumped into the AI sector this year will not pay off
How does salary sacrifice work and is this handy pension perk under threat in the Budget?Reeves looks set to cap the sum workers can pay into pensions via salary sacrifice without incurring national insurance contributions.
Rats are making your car insurance premiums more expensiveInsurer Aviva said it dealt with 28% more motor claims involving rodent damage in 2024 than 2023. And it's between December and January when incidents spike.
Sales of frozen food spike as freezer-friendly croissants and broccoli top cost-conscious shoppers' listsSales at Ocado show sales of frozen products are up 18 per cent year-on-year, with almost half of all adults buying more over the past year, with younger shoppers leading the charge.
The house I want to buy has already been reduced: Can I make an even LOWER offer?Given the current market, how long it's been up for sale and possible changes to property taxes in the Autumn Budget, what would be a sensible offer?
Radical plan floated to increase state pension age by ONE year every decadeThe qualifying age is currently 66 and is already set to rise to 67 between 2026 and 2028, but a Government review is under way to decide further increases.
Britain's BIGGEST house price winners: Areas where prices have surged 70% in 20 yearsAreas in London and Greater Manchester topped the list of locations which have seen super-sized price rises, according to estate agent Savills.
Never mind the B*****, here's the other financial stuff: This is Money podcastThe team take a breather from talking about Rachel Reeves and the endless cycle of madness that is the Budget 2025 build up to discuss the other important money matters.
Would Rachel Reeves dare to hike income tax? This is Money PodcastDespite assurances that Labour would not break its election manifesto by hiking income tax , it appears it is under consideration for the Autumn Budget.
Renault Twingo returns as an ultra-compact EV that will cost less than £20,000The five-door city hatchback is a mere 3.75 metres long - only a fraction bigger than a Fiat 500 - and is Renault's antidote to the flood of cheap Chinese imports.
Rachel Reeves may now cut cash Isa allowance to £12,000The Treasury has been floating the idea of cutting the tax-free savings allowance down from the current £20,000 in the Budget on 26 November.
NS&I launches new fixed rate bonds paying more than 4% with a one-year fix having the best rate - is it worth opening?National Savings and Investments has launched a range of fixed-rate bonds with boosted interest rates for those wanting to lock their money away for a better return.
Best stocks and shares Isas: Compare the top providersInvesting in a stocks and shares Isa means your money can grow tax-free. We run through the options, helping you decide which provider is right for you.
Best investment platforms: How to choose the right account for youChoosing the right investing platform is crucial but a wealth of choice can leave investors scratching their heads. We pick some of the best.
Elon Musk on course to become the world's first TRILLIONAIRE: Tycoon sets out his vision for AI cars and robot army to perform surgery and 'eliminate poverty'Elon Musk looks set to become the world's first trillionaire after clinching the largest pay deal in corporate history.
'Big Short' investor Michael Burry makes a $1billion bet on stockmarket meltdown. What it REALLY means... and how to protect yourselfAnother wobble for the tech bubble. The latest slide in the share prices of some of the world's biggest companies highlights how stretched valuations have become..
How to invest like Jim Slater: The Zulu Principle guide to finding winning shares at a cheap priceJim Slater started investing around 1959, before the internet and before personal computers but he worked out how to use the data he could get to great effect.
Will I get a lower state pension after 'contracting out' for 25 years? STEVE WEBB repliesI contracted out of 'Serps' at age 18, not long after starting work in 1990.
Will I see some kind of penalty when I take my state pension at age 67?
Are cars getting too big for our roads? Here's how much popular models have bloated in 60 yearsThe increase in size of new cars is raising serious questions about road safety, urban usability, and environmental impact. But just how much have cars grown in the last half a century or so?
Beware these sneaky new speed cameras! We reveal Britain's worst speed traps - is one near you?A new breed of speed camera that can spy on how fast you drive through traffic lights has become the most lucrative in Britain, we can reveal.
Pay-per-mile tax explained: How does road pricing work, is it a 'fair' system and what could it do to EV demand?With reports suggesting Rachel Reeves is on the brink of introducing road pricing to tax electric cars, we take a look at how it could work.
As young people struggle for jobs in the UK, Dubai offers graduate scheme and chance of a tax-free salaryBritish graduates are being offered an opportunity to get a graduate job in Dubai - though getting accepted could be easier said than done.
The best mortgage rates for first-time buyersIf you're hoping to buy your first home soon, searching for the best mortgage rates for first-time buyers is essential. Here are the best rates currently available.
Freetrade review: Is the low-cost investing platform worth another look for DIY investors?We test the commission-free platform to help do-it-yourself investors decide whether it's the right one for them.
Nationwide offers interest only mortgages to first-time buyersThe building society is also offering interest-only mortgages to those with smaller deposits
Mortgage war erupts: Nationwide cuts rates to 3.64% as households see cheapest deals since 2022A mortgage rate war has fully erupted after Nationwide became the latest lender to announce it's slashing home loan prices.
Ask a money expert: Get help with pensions, consumer problems, tax, mortgages and moreDo you have a money question for one of our star experts and columnists? They all have a wealth of experience and knowledge they are keen to share.
Everything you MUST know before taking a pension tax-free lump sum: Our experts reveal if Rachel Reeves will dare to ruin your retirement plansCurrently, those over the age of 55 can take 25 per cent of their pension pot tax-free up to a £268,275 cap. There are concerns this could be slashed in the Budget.
Can I track down Tottenham Hotspur shares bought in 1998? CRANE ON THE CASEI see the club delisted from the stock market in 2012. Do these shares still exist and are they worth anything?
I want to cash in my savings and buy a house for me, my daughter and her family: Can I avoid a tax sting?I'm also want to gift money to my son to make things fair. What's the best way to do this to minimise property and potential inheritance taxes?
Bank of England holds interest rates at 4%: What it means for your mortgage and savingsThe Bank of England opted to hold interest rates at 4% once again today, with a cut in December now thought likely.
Bank of England holds interest rates - but could still deliver a pre-Christmas cut in boost to millions of borrowersMembers of the Bank's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted by a 5-4 majority to leave rates on hold at 4 per cent, as markets had expected.
Online fashion retailer featuring 500 brands collapses into administrationIn a blow to shoppers, refunds for unwanted items are very unlikely and no gift vouchers will be honoured.
Why are investors worried about a crash while stock markets are hitting record highs?Richard Hunter, head of markets, at Interactive Investor, joins This is Money's Simon Lambert to discuss the main things triggering concerns over a crash.
Bentley backs combustion: Luxury car maker will offer hybrid models until at least 2035 as EV concerns mountBentley says it will stick by the internal combustion engine for at least another decade as the luxury car maker doubles down on its plans to delay switching to battery power.
Would you trade a pay rise for better benefits? These are the perks workers are asking forAlmost seven in ten workers say they would forego a salary increase in exchange for one particular workplace benefit, according to a recruiter.
Do YOU have enough money for retirement? Droves of pensioners risk outliving their savingsDroves of retirees are risking outliving their pension savings as they are vastly underestimating their life expectancy, a major provider warns.
Faithful to Defender: How Celebrity Traitors has sent Land Rover interest through the roofIs the Land Rover Defender the Celebrity Traitors' biggest star? With almost 12million people tuning in, search results have surged 35% for JLR's best selling 110.
We became accidental landlords but now want to sell up - how do we work out our CGT bill?We jointly own our old home after a disaster when buyers pulled out and we took a bridging loan to buy our next house. We let it for two years and now wish to sell.
F1 legend Ayrton Senna's most iconic race winning car is being sold at auction - and it could make £11millionSenna's win at the 1991 Brazilian Grand Prix is unquestionably the Formula One legend's most emotional - and arguably the most important - of his 41 career victories.
One in four new cars sold in October were electricNew car sales rose by 0.5% as surging EV sales continued to keep the market buoyant, accounting for 24.5% of all registrations.
Want to be a better investor? Why Monopoly can teach you ten essential lessonsJon Cunliffe, head of JM Finn's investment office, looks at how the skills needed to win at Monopoly can also make you a better investor.
I listened to Rachel Reeves, these are the six groups I believe are Budget tax targets: JEFF PRESTRIDGEThe pre-Budget speech by Chancellor Rachel Reeves was a scary listen, not in terms of what was said but the whopping elephant in the room.
The real vs fake grass turf war dividing Britain: We reveal what an artificial lawn does to your house priceShould your garden have a natural or artificial lawn? That's the turf war dividing opinion among British home-owners.
Jill and Angela spent decades working but retired into poverty: Please listen to their urgent adviceHere, three women who say they did everything 'right' share what went wrong that means they're facing financial insecurity in their older age.
Savills reveals the areas where house prices are forecast to rise the most over five yearsHouse prices are forecast to continue rising at a subdued pace, according to leading estate agent Savills, but some areas will massively outpace the average.
Too bright car headlights ARE dazzling drivers, government study findsA new TRL study funded by the DfT has found that glare can be objectively linked to bright lights.
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.
Best fixed energy deals: Tariffs that beat the price capFixed energy deals have been gradually returning to the market, so are there any that beat the current cap?
Why comedian Jake Lambert regrets every penny he's spent on his picky catHosted by presenter Matt Edmondson, Spent! puts celebrities in the hot seat to share their receipts and reveal the purchases, big or small, that have impacted their lives.
Is home buying in Britain broken? More than HALF of movers have had a property chain collapseBroken chains mean movers miss out on their dream home, lose money on fees and can be faced with a scramble to find somewhere temporary to live.
Do you have savings with these villainous big banks? This is why you must move your money NOW: SYLVIA MORRISLast week, scary figures passed over my desk that show £32 billion is sitting in savings accounts earning 1 pc or less - and we hold over £10,000 in most of them.
People earning less than £40,000 say they can't afford to have more childrenThose earning less than £40,000 are twice as likely to describe their financial situation as 'tight' or 'struggling' compared to higher earners.
REVEALED: The lucrative jobs you can walk into today - without any experience. These are the firms which are looking for staff just like you - including one with a role that pays £100kWhen tech giant Amazon announced last week that it was slashing as many as 14,000 corporate jobs worldwide, it joined a growing wave of employers announcing redundancies.
HSBC will now lend mortgages of up to 6.5 times salary - but there's a big catchFor someone on a higher income, it could add up to an extra £200,000 or more to put towards a home.
How much would an income tax hike cost YOU - and what would it raise for Rachel Reeves?Despite promises to the contrary, Rachel Reeves may hike income tax at the Budget. How much money would it make the Treasury - and what would it mean for you?
Why won't my building society take savings tax directly from my tax code anymore?Yorkshire BS has not deducted any tax from my savings interest payments. It says it is now my responsibility to contact the tax office.
Premium Bonds winners November 2025: See all the prizes from £1,000 to £1m and search our interactive tablesHave you won one of this month's major prizes? Our tables show all the £1,000 to £1m winners.
Could YOU become an Isa millionaire? This is how those with seven-figure sums did itNew data reveals more about how savers are getting to the £1million milestone.
What next for mortgage rates?Mortgage rates are on the rise for the first time in eight months, as lenders exercise caution ahead of possible tax rises in November's Budget.
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.
Ten tips for buy-to-let: Essential advice for property investmentIf you are planning on investing, or just want to know more, we tell you
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House prices hit new record high of nearly £300,000 says Halifax, as values rise at fastest pace since JanuaryHouse prices have hit a new record high after the biggest monthly jump since January, according to the latest figures from Halifax.
I've warned about the stock market crash. It's coming... but these are the shares I won't ditch - and how you can survive the slump: ALEX BRUMMERAt times during my childhood in the Brighton area, I came to believe that my parents' lives were governed by the Aussie stock market.
Sky plots ITV break-up bid that could transform UK televisionThe 'preliminary discussions' would involve the sale of ITV's media and entertainment arm to Sky, which is owned by US giant Comcast.
The Best Cars of the Year have been namedOverall champion was the electric Renault 4 (pictured), which also won best EV. Renault was also judged best car company.
SMALL CAP MOVERS: Asiamet investors share the spoils after Indonesian mine saleAsiamet Resources has pulled off what small-cap dreamers sketch on the back of napkins: flog a tricky asset for a pile of cash and promise shareholders a decent slice of the spoils.
Tarnishing UK excellence: It's not all doom and gloom for the FTSE - despite Labour's best efforts, says ALEX BRUMMERResearch shows the top 40 firms contribute 40% of the UK's productivity. The latest bunch of financial results show there is excellence to be heralded.
Packaged food giants' £1.2bn merger to go ahead after sauce saleThe merger of two UK food manufacturing giants is set to go ahead early next year amid proposals designed to overcome concerns raised by the competition regulator.
Rightmove shares plummet as bosses bet big on AI in major shake-upRightmove shares were in freefall on Friday morning after the property portal revealed the biggest strategy shake-up since it was founded in 2000.
Diageo now 'vulnerable to takeover bid': Weak sales in US and China send shares to lowest level for a decadeDrinks giant Diageo has cut its sales and profit forecasts again as the embattled Guinness-owner flagged dwindling demand in China and the US.
Children to learn about mortgages and budgeting at school as financial education is made compulsoryFrom September 2028, primary school pupils will be taught about the basics of money, including budgeting, mortgages and compound interest.
ITV warns over slump in ad revenues as firms cut marketing budgets amid Budget tax hike fearsITV, which makes the drama Trigger Point starring Vicky McClure (pictured), expects ad revenues to plunge 9% over the final three months of 2025.
Pensions funds MUST back Britain: Business chiefs demand Reeves do more to boost investmentBosses at companies including Barclays, GSK and JD Sports, have signed a letter calling on Rachel Reeves to take action to support domestic firms.
BT signs deal with Elon Musk's Starlink satellite firm to provide fast broadband to remote areasStarlink, owned by Musk's SpaceX, has more than 650 satellites. Last week, O2 announced a similar mobile connections deal with Musk (pictured).
Sainsbury's shrugs off the Budget blues: Bumper sales send shares to 12-year highAs shares soared on bumper half-year results, boss Simon Roberts (pictured) said he is 'doing everything' he can to win the price war this Christmas.
Britain losing race to make new drugs: AstraZeneca boss blasts UK for deterring investmentAstraZeneca chief exec Pascal Soriot (pictured) said Britain should be trying to attract cash from the pharmaceutical sector but was pushing it away.
Citroen e-C5 Aircross is only the third EV to qualify for the Government's full £3,750 Electric Car GrantCitroen's e-C5 Aircross Long Range has been awarded the Government's higher band discount. The EV has a range of 422 miles on a single charge.
Construction sector suffers worst downturn since 2020Job cuts in the sector are rising and staffing levels fell to the lowest level since August 2020, while total output in the industry remained on a 'downward trajectory.'
Sainsbury's 'doing everything' to win supermarket price war amid Budget tax raid fearsSainsbury's is 'doing everything' to win a supermarket price war, the group's chief executive has said, as he cautioned the Chancellor against further tax rises.
Households saving hard as uncertainty reigns supreme, says LEE BOYCE - and new rules will soon mean extra £25,000 is safe in the bankIt's safe to say that uncertainty over what the Chancellor may or may not do next has convinced households to bunker away cash.
North Sea oil firm Harbour Energy axes 250 more jobs as pressure mounts on Labour to scrap windfall taxThe company said the latest cull means it has cut around 600 jobs since the so-called 'energy profits levy' was introduced in 2022 - underlining its damage to the economy.
Banks to be spared from Rachel Reeves' Budget tax raidShares in Britain's biggest banks rose on Thursday morning amid reports they would be spared from higher taxes in the upcoming Budget.
Fraudsters stole from one in five adults in past year as shopping scams are on the riseScammers have swindled money from one in five adults in the past year, a worrying report today reveals.
Men are more confident drivers than women but cause the most serious crashes, research suggestsA study of 2,000 motorists found 86 per cent of men feel safe driving, compared with 78 per cent of women.
Can investing in a forest really grow your wealth and help the planet?Trees are less vulnerable to political and economic instability than other assets, but with 40 years from planting to harvest it isn't a short-term play.
Budget anxiety is triggering 'sensible' moves like topping up Isas and pensionsA snap poll of UK adults found 10 per cent say they have shifted money into a cash Isa because of the pending Budget.
Reeves warned that economy faces 'death by a thousand taxes' as Britain's boardrooms and households shudder ahead of BudgetRachel Reeves has been warned that the economy faces 'death by a thousand taxes' as the City and middle Britain shudder over the prospect of Budget pain.
Wetherspoons boss warns rising costs could add 15p to the price of a pintTim Martin (pictured), whose firm runs nearly 800 pubs across the UK, said sales rose 3.7% in the first 14 weeks of its financial year to November 2.
Ozempic maker Novo Nordisk trims down its forecasts AGAIN in battle of the fat jabsNovo's new boss Mike Doustdar (pictured) is battling to turn around its fortunes amid competition from Eli Lilly, which makes Mounjaro.
Back to the future at M&S: The High Street favourite is showing investors some mettle, says ALEX BRUMMERRachel Reeves must know she is on the wrong side of history when she comes under attack from Britain's high street favourite Marks & Spencer.
Weak demand takes shine off Pandora as the jewellery brand pins its hopes on a Christmas recoveryThe Danish firm, the world's biggest jeweller and renowned for its charm bracelets, said sales rose just 2% in the third quarter.
Footsie hits new record high as investors brush off fears AI bubble will burst - at least for nowAfter a nervy morning following a heavy sell-off on Wall Street on Tuesday, the FTSE 100 closed 0.6 per cent higher at 9777.08 on Wednesday.
FCA extends car finance scandal compensation plan as lenders push backBritain's financial regulator has extended the deadline for its motor finance redress consultation proposals after fierce opposition from lenders.
Two in five business owners say they'll leave Britain if Rachel Reeves delivers tax risesBusinesses have warned it is increasingly difficult to operate following tax rises in the last Budget, alongside higher energy prices and stubborn inflation.
I expected the Budget to be bad... now, I fear it will be a horror that will devastate households across Britain. These are the tax rises coming - and exactly what it means for your money: JEFF PRESTRIDGEThis month's Budget is going to be awful for households up and down the country.
Water firms blocked from paying £4m in executive bonuses as households see bills hikedBritain's water regulator has blocked £4million in executive bonus payouts over the last year amid efforts to crack down on poor performance in the sector.
£400billion slump in AI stocks fuels fears tech bubble is about to burstNearly £400billion has been wiped off the value of artificial intelligence stocks in a market rout that fuelled fears the bubble is about to burst.
Phone companies to block scam calls from abroad that impersonate banks under new Government plansThe UK's biggest phone networks have pledged put an end to scammers being able to bombard Britons with cold calls from overseas call centres.
Big Short investor Michael Burry in £845m bet against AI stock market boomMichael Burry (pictured), who was depicted in the 2015 film, is betting on falls in the shares of chipmaker Nvidia and data group Palantir.
Reeves to target middle earners in £60bn tax bombshell as she bids to avoid 'fiscal doom loop'Analysis by the National Institute of Economic and Social Research suggested that the Chancellor (pictured) will face a £20-30bn black hole.
Sicknote Britain is costing more than £200bn a year as the country slides into an 'avoidable crisis'A new report by former John Lewis boss Sir Charlie Mayfield lays bare the impact of the growing problem on taxpayers, the NHS and the wider economy.
Britain's bloated public sector is the real reason Reeves is coming for your wealth, says ALEX BRUMMERThe Chancellor's latest blame-game speech places much of the responsibility for Britain's dire public finances on others.
Ministers axe list that names and shames fat catsIt follows pressure from corporate lobbyists who objected to leading companies and their directors being put on the 'naughty step' over issues such as ballooning executive pay.
Welsh political power struggle puts 200-mile pylon plan in perilLabour, understood to be the party most supportive of the scheme, faces losing control of the Welsh Senedd. Reform and Plaid Cymru have spoken out against the project.
Drinks giant Diageo gambles on Guinness Zero boomDiageo plans to roll out the alcohol-free variant in every pub in the UK that has the black stuff on draught.
Avis charged us €340 for hire car insurance - even though we said we didn't want it: SALLY SORTS ITMy husband and I, both aged 78, booked an Avis hire car for our holiday. Two days before we travelled, I was asked to hand over my credit card number.
Novo and Pfizer sweeten offers in bidding war for fat jab minnow MetseraWegovy and Ozempic maker Novo raised its bid to £7.7bn just as Pfizer said it is willing to spend £6.2bn amid a war for supremacy in the fat-jab market.
World's largest sovereign wealth fund to say NO to Elon Musk's $1trillion Tesla paydayNorway's £1.6trillion oil fund said it was 'concerned about the total size of the award' despite 'the significant value created under Mr Musk's visionary role'.
Pound tumbles to seven-month low as Rachel Reeves paves way for income tax hikeSterling fell below $1.31 against the US dollar for the first time since April, dropping as much as 0.6 per cent to $1.3056, and also drifted lower against the euro.
Primark owner could split itself in two as profits plungePrimark owner AB Foods could split itself into two separate businesses after a sharp fall in profitability over the last year.
My neighbours have a disgusting habit that's ruining my home life. I've asked them to stop but they refuse. What can I do? DEAN DUNHAM reveals the drastic solutionThere is a potential route you could take to deal with the issue.
Britain needs a numeracy wake up call to unlock growth, says Barclays UK boss VIM MARUDespite the improvements brought about in the 1990s, the UK still lags behind when it comes to maths skills.
The old school car theft tactic making a comeback: Here's how to avoid becoming a victimCar thieves are continuously turning to new methods and the latest tech to steal cars undetected. But they're also revering to some old hat tricks to pinch vehicles too.
Can I get an injunction against antisocial HMO neighbours?I live by a flat which is being used as a House in Multiple Occupation. Different men and women live in the flat for anything from a few days, to weeks and months.
Rachel Reeves needs £26bn and must break income tax pledge, says Labour's favourite thinktankThe report came ahead of a speech by Rachel Reeves to the Treasury this morning, where she refused to rule out breaking the party's promise not to raise taxes.
Amazon's £29bn cloud computing deal with OpenAI sends shares to record highShares in the US technology giant rose another 6% to $259 in early trading in New York following a near-10% jump on Friday.
Labour confusion over Labour: Britain needs a whole new work ethic, says RUTH SUNDERLANDBehind the horrible Budget Rachel Reeves is plotting are two big problems: the UK's persistent poor productivity and high levels of economic inactivity.
Two in five leave school saying they're 'no good at maths' and it's hitting their financesAs many as a quarter say their experiences with maths at school has put them off using maths as an adult, according to data from Barclays.
British factories facing collapse, Reeves warned: Tax hikes and energy prices are existential threat for firmsJobs in Britain's manufacturing sector have shrunk for the twelfth month in a row as UK industry suffers a year of gloom since the Budget.
Prize draw firm Winvia shares soar 11.5% on stock market debut in boost for LondonThe stock was listed on the junior Alternative Investment Market at 195p a share - giving it a value of £205m - in the latest IPO in the City.
Kleenex maker in £37bn swoop on US rival behind Listerine and TylenolUS consumer goods giant Kimberly-Clark has agreed to acquire rival Kenvue in what will be one of the biggest takeovers of the year so far.
BP sells Texas pipeline stake to investment firm Sixth Street for £1.1bn to bolster financesBP has agreed to offload stakes in some of its onshore oil and gas pipelines in the US as it seeks to shore up its finances.
My sources have told me about the catastrophic tax rises to come. Pensioners will be horrified... this is where Labour's going to strike and it's devastating: JEFF PRESTRIDGEWith every day that passes it becomes more apparent that the Chancellor will, later this month in the Budget, break Labour's manifesto commitment not to increase income tax.
Prudential remains 'undervalued' as insurer ramps up shareholder payoutsPrudential shares remain 'undervalued' after strong growth this year, as the insurance giant dishes out bumper shareholder payouts, according to Morningstar.
SMALL CAP IDEA: Ceres Power could disrupt a clean tech two-horse raceIf there's one thing the energy transition keeps teaching investors, it's that the tortoise often has the better innings than the hare.
Why 'workslop' could crash the AI stock market bubble: RUTH SUNDERLANDIf you haven't yet heard of 'workslop', you soon will. It's every bit as unappealing as it sounds as well, as being one of the emerging perils in the world of artificial intelligence.
Grand Grade II-listed six-bed house in the same family since 1680 heads to auction with guide price of £850kThe grand property in Northamptonshire, is going up for auction with a guide price excluding fees of between £850,000 to £900,000.
Britain 'doomed' under Labour as wealthy scramble to 'get the hell out of London', Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary warnsThe UK is doomed under Labour, the boss of Ryanair has warned as he claimed wealthy people were scrambling to 'get the hell out of London' before being hit by a Budget tax raid.
Bank of England COULD cut interest rates this week: Should you lock in a mortgage deal now as rates fall?Barclays is going against the grain and predicting a base rate reduction when the Bank of England meets on Thursday. What does that mean if you're looking for a new mortgage?
'Please don't hit us again': Cinema chain boss pleads with Chancellor ahead of Budget tax blizzardTim Richards, of Vue, warned of a 'difficult operating environment' as firms face grapple with high energy costs, the increase in the minimum wage and the Chancellor's national insurance tax raid.
Three Premium Bond holders win £50,000 prizes with tiny holdings under £300 in November drawThree Premium Bonds holders have bagged £50,000 prizes in this month's Premium Bonds prize draw with tiny holdings under £300.
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