BUSINESS LIVE: UK GDP grows 0.5%; Shein gets okay for City IPO; US slaps China with 145% tariffs
www.dailymail.co.uk - 11 April 2025 9:09 AM
FTSE 100 closes up 50.93 points at 7964.18. Among the companies with reports and trading updates today are Shein, BP and Heathrow Airport.
Private equity firm withdraws takeover bid for NIOX Group
www.dailymail.co.uk - 11 April 2025 8:17 AM
The specialist healthcare and technology investor, which had around €5.5billion in assets under management as of last December, blamed the 'current macro-economic backdrop.'
Are two-year mortgages back in fashion? This is Money podcast
www.dailymail.co.uk - 11 April 2025 8:14 AM
Do people think interest rates are heading down - and what do you need to think about when choosing your mortgage?
The Stig smashes 20-year Top Gear track record in an electric hypercar you've probably never heard of
www.dailymail.co.uk - 11 April 2025 8:00 AM
Top Gear's anonymous racing driver The Stig drove the British-made electric hyper track car round Dunsfold Park in 55.9 secs, shattering the 20-year record by 3 secs.
Working group to assess impact of trade tariffs on Northern Ireland businesses
www.standard.co.uk - 11 April 2025 7:55 AM
Stormont Economy Minister Caoimhe Archibald said it will help shape the response to the US tariffs.
Saturday sitting is only sixth of its kind since Second World War
www.standard.co.uk - 11 April 2025 7:26 AM
The sitting being held this Saturday will discuss the future of British Steel.
MPs to be recalled to Parliament to discuss future of British Steel
www.standard.co.uk - 11 April 2025 6:59 AM
The PA news agency understands the rare weekend sitting will take place to discuss the uncertain future of British Steel’s Scunthorpe plant.
Global breakthrough to tackle shipping emissions
bbc.co.uk - 11 April 2025 6:27 AM
Countries break ten-year deadlock to agree measures to reduce commercial shipping emissions.
UK ‘resolved to get best deal’ with US despite American doubts about carve out
www.standard.co.uk - 11 April 2025 6:25 AM
Rachel Reeves is travelling to Poland on Friday to meet European finance ministers.
Why Beijing is not backing down on tariffs
bbc.co.uk - 11 April 2025 5:53 AM
Amid a trade war with the US, our China correspondent explains why Beijing doesn't need to change tactics.
Bus users bemoan company's fare increases
bbc.co.uk - 11 April 2025 5:29 AM
Increases to operating costs are behind the changes to fares, the company says.
UK economy grew more than expected in February
bbc.co.uk - 11 April 2025 5:13 AM
Analysts warn the unexpected growth could prove short-lived due to the threat of US tariffs and business tax rises.
WH Smith growth plans in focus after sale of high street stores
www.standard.co.uk - 11 April 2025 5:03 AM
Last month, WH Smith announced that Hobbycraft owner Modella Capital will buy its high street arm for around £76 million.
Lotus to axe up to 270 UK jobs due to 'US tariffs and shifting demand for sports cars'
www.dailymail.co.uk - 11 April 2025 4:53 AM
Lotus proposed restructuring could see 270 jobs gone from its Hethel factory as sports car demand falls and US tariffs make exporting to the US extortionate.
This Scottish private school will accept BITCOIN for tuition fee payments in bid to attract international students
www.dailymail.co.uk - 11 April 2025 4:28 AM
Lomond School, located in Helensburgh in the west of Scotland, said parents will be able to pay with Bitcoin from the Autumn term this year.
UK economy grows faster than expected in February as Trump tariff threat looms
www.standard.co.uk - 11 April 2025 4:27 AM
The figures are a positive for Labour, but economists said growth will likely be hampered by the US trade war in the coming months.
SMALL CAP MOVERS: Tariff victims emerge after rollercoaster week for markets
www.dailymail.co.uk - 11 April 2025 4:23 AM
It has been a rollercoaster week for global stock markets, amid trade war concerns only to whipsaw back when President Trump placed a 90-day hold on levies.
Major carmaker cuts electric vehicle sales target by more than 20% for 2030
www.dailymail.co.uk - 11 April 2025 4:07 AM
In response to a slow EV uptake and increasing uncertainty over US tariffs, the manufacturer slashed 340k zero-emission models from its 2030 global sales targets.
The real best cash Isa deals revealed as rates soar to 5.7% - is a short bonus REALLY worth it?
www.dailymail.co.uk - 11 April 2025 3:42 AM
With these bonus boosts only lasting three months, how good is the rate you're really getting over the year?
Best cash Isa rates 2025: Our pick of the five top deals
www.dailymail.co.uk - 11 April 2025 3:25 AM
We 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.
Our best fixed energy deals that beat the April price cap
www.dailymail.co.uk - 11 April 2025 3:23 AM
The price cap rose to £1,849 in April, an increase of £111. Fixed energy deals have been gradually returning to the market, so are there any that beat the current cap?
BP debt set to climb by $4bn as energy giant cuts gas output guidance
www.dailymail.co.uk - 11 April 2025 3:21 AM
The oil supermajor forecasts net debts being around $4billion (£3.1billion) higher at the end of the first quarter, compared to the end of 2024, when it stood at $23billion.
How to remortgage: Your guide to getting the best home loan
www.dailymail.co.uk - 11 April 2025 3:04 AM
Switching mortgage lender when your fixed term ends can save you money - but how does the remortgage process work and what do homeowners need to consider?
Woman creates community pantry at front of house
bbc.co.uk - 11 April 2025 2:56 AM
Sarah Dolan says she has had an amazing response after setting up the cabinet outside her home.
What next for mortgage rates?
www.dailymail.co.uk - 11 April 2025 2:55 AM
The lowest fixed rate mortgage deals have dipped below 4 per cent - and there is a growing expectation that rates may be about to fall further.
UK exports to US grew by £500m in February ahead of Trump tariffs
www.standard.co.uk - 11 April 2025 2:53 AM
Analysts said there were ‘clear signs’ UK firms were looking to sell more goods before the US slapped costly tariffs on British imports.
Bereaved families CAN still pursue cases of underpaid state pension, an MP discovers
www.dailymail.co.uk - 11 April 2025 2:47 AM
The DWP told Liberal Democrat Work and Pensions spokesman Steve Darling it could still review state pension awards despite deletion of old records.
Hybrids stay on sale until 2035 - these are the most reliable ones in showrooms now
www.dailymail.co.uk - 11 April 2025 2:38 AM
What's the difference between the four types of hybrid car? Which will stay on sale beyond 2030? And which are the most reliable hybrid models in showrooms today?
Gold price surges to fresh all-time high as Trump trade war rattles markets
www.standard.co.uk - 11 April 2025 2:19 AM
Analysts said the spike reflects investors searching for so-called ‘safe haven’ assets.
UK toy firm Character Group pulls forecasts over tariff uncertainty
www.standard.co.uk - 11 April 2025 2:18 AM
The Surrey-based firm said its ability to accurately forecast its sales to the US has been ‘considerably obscured’ by the trade tariffs.
Oldest Post Office scandal victim rejects higher payout as 'still not good enough'
bbc.co.uk - 11 April 2025 2:15 AM
Betty Brown's offer was increased from 30% to 60%, but still below what she claimed when her life was "destroyed" by scandal.
Fine weather helps produce glut of British-grown strawberries in time for Easter
www.standard.co.uk - 11 April 2025 2:14 AM
West Sussex grower The Summer Berry Company has produced 50 tonnes more than this time last year.
Luxury watch firm to close showrooms and cut jobs
bbc.co.uk - 11 April 2025 2:13 AM
The firm, based in Leicestershire, expects 40 roles to go as part of the changes.
Ministers focused on US trade deal, despite signal tariffs will go no lower
www.standard.co.uk - 11 April 2025 2:03 AM
Kevin Hassett, a senior economic adviser to Donald Trump, suggested the blanket 10% tariff rate most countries now face was likely to be a ‘baseline’.
Parcel delivery gone wrong? Here's how to claim compensation, by retired judge STEPHEN GOLD
www.dailymail.co.uk - 11 April 2025 1:34 AM
Retired judge Stephen Gold outlines your rights if the wrong item shows up, it is broken, it never arrives, and more...
TONY HETHERINGTON: Do I have to repay £7,400 from Civil Service pension?
www.dailymail.co.uk - 11 April 2025 1:17 AM
As part of my divorce I had to provide a transfer value for my pension. When I applied for this, I was told I had received too much because the MoD used incorrect details.
This is Money Motoring Club: Sign up to get a £20 gift voucher and win a Nissan Qashqai for six months
www.dailymail.co.uk - 11 April 2025 1:16 AM
Welcome to the This is Money Motoring Club, our new service designed to help you save money on car ownership and keep on top of driving essentials.
Trump tariffs send stocks into a tailspin: Should investors buy the dip?
www.dailymail.co.uk - 11 April 2025 12:47 AM
Is it a good time to buy stocks at a discount, or should investors avoid the market chaos?
Ford turns electric Transit van into a mobile SAUNA
www.dailymail.co.uk - 11 April 2025 12:45 AM
The 'E-Sauna' is powered by the E-Transit's built-in Pro Power Onboard system, meaning it can be deployed virtually anywhere without the need for external power hook-ups.
BP lowers outlook for gas production in first quarter and flags ‘weak’ trading
www.standard.co.uk - 11 April 2025 12:17 AM
The energy giant said net debt will be about £3.1 billion higher at the end of the first quarter of 2025.
UK economy grows by 0.5% in February in surprise boost for Labour
www.standard.co.uk - 10 April 2025 11:54 PM
The figures are good news for Labour, which has made growing the economy its key priority since winning the election last year.
Heathrow passenger numbers fell 7.5% in March
www.standard.co.uk - 10 April 2025 11:26 PM
A total of 6.2 million people used its four terminals last month.
Should you invest in Africa's mobile boom? FTSE 250 tower firm Helios eyes first shareholder payouts
www.dailymail.co.uk - 10 April 2025 11:00 PM
African mobile penetration will break the 50 per cent mark this year, propelled by the liberalisation of the telecoms sector and competition to drive prices lower.
The flat I want to buy has a £3,000 annual service charge: Should I steer clear?
The building seems low-maintenance, so I am not sure why the charge is so high. Is it a red flag?
Will new checks make buying a second-hand electric car a safe bet?
A new EV Check Plus aims to help second-hand EV buyers feel confident snapping as it gives feedback on battery issues, performance and vehicle history.
Tensions rise at one of the UK's biggest van-dwelling sites
bbc.co.uk - 10 April 2025 10:13 PM
The number of people choosing to live in vans across Bristol is up from 150 in 2020 to 680 in 2025.
GP's fears for patients over benefits changes
bbc.co.uk - 10 April 2025 10:04 PM
People are "terrified" about the impact of changes to the system, Sheffield GP Maria Read warns.
UK would need ‘extraordinary’ deal to go below 10% tariff, Trump adviser says
www.standard.co.uk - 10 April 2025 9:44 PM
Sir Keir Starmer’s Government still hopes an economic deal with America can be reached.
Do we need cocoa-free chocolate and is it nice?
bbc.co.uk - 10 April 2025 4:07 PM
Cocoa prices are soaring so new chocolate firms are looking at an alternative ingredient.
Watchdog cracks down on ads for prescription-only weight-loss drugs
www.standard.co.uk - 10 April 2025 4:01 PM
In the UK, advertising prescription-only medicines to the public is prohibited.
Watch: Was Trump's 90-day tariffs pause really a grand plan?
bbc.co.uk - 10 April 2025 3:49 PM
News of the US president's plan to halt higher-band taxes came as a surprise on Wednesday, but was it part of a plan?
Police Raid Shops Suspected Of Money Laundering
bbc.co.uk - 10 April 2025 3:25 PM
The BBC follows raids on hundreds of high street businesses suspected of money laundering
Trump recognises tariff 'transition problems' as US markets fall again
bbc.co.uk - 10 April 2025 2:29 PM
The White House also confirmed that the tariffs on China would reach 145% due to a pre-existing 20% levy on fentanyl
Tariff carnage could hit Britain's already battered High Streets, warns the British Retail Consortium
www.dailymail.co.uk - 10 April 2025 2:06 PM
The British Retail Consortium reported a 5.4% decrease in shopping visits in March compared to the same month last year.
Trump turmoil will have a 'chilling effect' on UK growth, says deputy Bank of England governor
As market carnage showed little sign of abating, deputy governor Sarah Breeden said that 'overall, tariffs are likely to lower UK growth'.
Remy Cointreau chief quits as shares at the cognac-maker tumble after Trump tariff threats
After leading the cognac maker for five years, Eric Vallat said he would leave the French group for another project this summer.
Tesco triggers grocery price war sending shockwaves through the sector
The move sent shares in Tesco, led by boss Ken Murphy (pictured) down 6.2% as rival Sainsbury's fell 3%. M&S recovered to end 0.7% higher.
EY fined £5m for botched audits of Thomas Cook before the travel agent's collapse six years ago
The Financial Reporting Council identified failings related to EY's assessment of the firm's financial statements for 2017 and 2018.
Crisis is not extinguished: Damage Trump has done to stability has not gone away, says ALEX BRUMMER
The trade war between the US and China, is unresolved and that is an enormous uncertainty for global companies and markets.
Investors facing tariff turmoil: 'It's fastest finger first'
bbc.co.uk - 10 April 2025 11:59 AM
Traders are trying to reckon with impact of Trump's shifting tariff policy.
London stocks jump as tariff pause boosts European trading
www.standard.co.uk - 10 April 2025 10:56 AM
The FTSE 100 finished up by 3.04%, or 233.77 points, to close at 7,913.25.
The UK city set to be hardest hit by Trump's tariffs has been revealed: Is YOURS on the list?
www.dailymail.co.uk - 10 April 2025 10:55 AM
The British cities expected to take the hardest hit from Trump's levies are manufacturing heartlands, whose economies are based around industry.
PM insists UK approach to tariffs is correct as other nations offered reprieve
www.standard.co.uk - 10 April 2025 10:54 AM
Donald Trump’s snap decision to halt all reciprocal levies means that even trade partners who threatened retaliation face the same 10% rate as the UK.
Prada agrees to buy Italian fashion rival Versace in £1.1bn deal
www.standard.co.uk - 10 April 2025 10:51 AM
The Milan-based Italian fashion house said it was acquiring 100% of the brand from the owner of Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo.
Major bank cuts mortgage rates as best-buy fixed deals fall to 3.89%
www.dailymail.co.uk - 10 April 2025 10:12 AM
Several mortgage lenders have made reductions amid the tariff turmoil, but brokers warn that these may be short-lived.
When will interest rates go down again?
bbc.co.uk - 10 April 2025 10:03 AM
Interest rates, set by the Bank of England, affect mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.
British Steel talks still deadlocked, source says
bbc.co.uk - 10 April 2025 9:42 AM
A source said the issues being discussed by government officials and the firm remain unresolved.
Will iPhones cost more because of Trump's tariffs on China?
bbc.co.uk - 10 April 2025 9:37 AM
Some analysts say that if costs incurred by tariffs pass to consumers, US iPhone prices could rise by hundreds of dollars.
Trump may have backtracked, but this is far from over
bbc.co.uk - 10 April 2025 8:39 AM
There is an anxious wait to find out what comes next - and if a currency war will follow.
Bitcoin soars back above $80,000 as Trump suspends 'reciprocal' tariffs
www.dailymail.co.uk - 10 April 2025 8:04 AM
Having dipped to around $75,000 yesterday afternoon, the cryptocurrency has since climbed to $81,669.1 following Trump's latest tariff announcement on Wednesday.
Prada to buy rival fashion brand Versace for $1.36bn
bbc.co.uk - 10 April 2025 6:41 AM
The deal to unite the two Italian brands has an estimated value of $1.36bn (£1.06bn).
Increased state pension will arrive in accounts from next week: How much will YOURS rise by?
www.dailymail.co.uk - 10 April 2025 5:47 AM
The headline rate will be hiked by 4.1% under the triple lock - but not all elements of the state pension are increased to the same level.
UK electronics manufacturer warns tariffs will hit profits and risk its ability to operate
www.dailymail.co.uk - 10 April 2025 5:25 AM
The London-listed manufacturer said chief executive Peter France had stood down with immediate effect after just 18 months in charge.
Barclays cuts rates on some mortgages to below 4%
bbc.co.uk - 10 April 2025 5:10 AM
It is the biggest lender so far to offer cheaper deals as the Bank of England is forecast to make more interest rate cuts this year.
First-time buyers made a RECORD proportion of house purchases at start of 2025
www.dailymail.co.uk - 10 April 2025 5:07 AM
One third of all sales were to a first-time buyer in the first three months of this year, according to Hamptons estate agents - rising to half in London.
Tesco braces for grocery price war with rivals
bbc.co.uk - 10 April 2025 4:40 AM
Shoppers could benefit as the supermarket giant said competition with rivals over prices had intensified.
Anglo American remains in talks over coal sale after Australian mine fire
www.dailymail.co.uk - 10 April 2025 2:49 AM
The mining giant believes the incident involved a 'minor ignition' on 31 March in the underground area of the mine, which is located in Central Queensland's Bowen Basin.
Tariff fears wipe £14bn off UK pharma stocks: AstraZeneca and GSK tumble after Trump threats
www.dailymail.co.uk - 10 April 2025 1:38 AM
Trump said overnight that the US would soon introduce a 'major tariff' on pharmaceuticals to force firms to relocate medicine production to America.
Is this the end for 4% savings rates - and what should you do with your cash now?
www.dailymail.co.uk - 10 April 2025 1:13 AM
Trump's tariffs could be bad news for savers, who have been making the most of higher interest rates to bulk up their rainy day funds.
Why are electric cars getting cheaper? Here's three reasons new EVs now cost as little as £15,000
www.dailymail.co.uk - 10 April 2025 1:06 AM
'Affordable' electric cars are here. 2025 will see a raft of £15k new EVs hitting the market. So, how and why are EVs finally getting cheaper?
Audrey Hepburn's former home of 30 years is up for sale...have a look inside
www.dailymail.co.uk - 09 April 2025 11:00 PM
Audrey Hepburn lived in the 12-bedroom eighteenth century Swiss home, La Paisible, which translates as The Peaceful, for three decades,
I've got £20,000 of credit card debt - how can I clear it?
www.dailymail.co.uk - 09 April 2025 10:00 PM
I usually just make the minimum payments each month, but I've just got a pay rise at work and want to start paying it off. Where should I start?
The plans to put data centres in orbit and on the Moon
bbc.co.uk - 09 April 2025 4:04 PM
Proponents say space-based data centres will be more secure, but sceptics say big hurdles remain.
How exposed is the UK to Trump's tariff chaos?
bbc.co.uk - 09 April 2025 4:01 PM
The exact impact remains uncertain - but some of the emerging fallout may have an upside - here's why.
Government offers to buy coal to keep British Steel going, sources say
bbc.co.uk - 09 April 2025 3:07 PM
British Steel has warned materials needed to keep blast furnaces operational in Scunthorpe are running out.
US stocks make historic gains after Trump pauses some tariffs
bbc.co.uk - 09 April 2025 2:47 PM
But Trump also raises tariffs on goods from China to at least 125% "effective immediately".
Blow to the City as IPOs put on ice by volatility: Just five firms floated in London in the first three months of the year
www.dailymail.co.uk - 09 April 2025 2:06 PM
Hopes of a long hoped-for revival of initial public offerings in the beleaguered market now look to have been put on ice.
Trump U-turn after bond market chaos: US President caves in to pressure as he announces 90-day pause on tariffs
Trump's U-turn sent Wall Street stocks surging, with the Dow Jones up 6.8%, the S&P 500 rising 9% and tech-focused Nasdaq climbing 11.5%.
Labour's job tax blamed for sharp fall in hiring with just one in five employers boosting their workforce this year
Business leaders fear Chancellor Rachel Reeves's £25bn National Insurance raid could lead to tens of thousands of job losses this year.
Trump gamble affects us all: US bond surge could spell UK income tax hikes, warns ALEX BRUMMER
www.dailymail.co.uk - 09 April 2025 2:05 PM
Everyone in the financial world has a theory about Trump's mayhem. At lunch with a senior insurance executive, I was assured there was method in the madness.
Trump tariffs spark US government debt sell-off
bbc.co.uk - 09 April 2025 11:19 AM
The cost of borrowing for the US government rose as confidence in the economy waned.
How to rescue your pension from Trump's tariffs - whatever your age: Experts reveal what to do NOW, whether you're decades from retirement, about to take a lump sum or have already given up work
www.dailymail.co.uk - 09 April 2025 9:40 AM
Whether you are already in retirement or still decades away, the market turmoil caused by Donald Trump's tariffs announcements last week will have caused havoc with your pension savings.
Meet the billionaire with close royal ties behind Trump's tariffs: How Scott Bessent made his name by almost bankrupting British homeowners but could now be the UK's economic lifeline
www.dailymail.co.uk - 09 April 2025 9:02 AM
He's put the retirement hopes of millions of British savers on hold as the value of their pension funds has shrunk and the world teeters on the brink of recession.
How investors can protect against tariff turbulence... and even profit from the storm
www.dailymail.co.uk - 09 April 2025 8:38 AM
Ahead of Isa deadline day, the mood is apprehensive following Donald Trump's unveiling of his tariff plan, which has shrunk the value of many stocks and shares Isas.
JD Sports shares shirk FTSE slump despite US tariff blow
www.dailymail.co.uk - 09 April 2025 8:30 AM
JD Sports shares rose sharply on Wednesday as the sports retailer's sales met market expectations after a bad run of weak performance and profit downgrades.
Petrol to fall below 130p a litre within days as Trump tariffs cause oil price to plunge
www.dailymail.co.uk - 09 April 2025 8:25 AM
Fears that Trump's new trade tariffs could trigger a global recession has sent oil prices plummeting - and drivers will benefit at the pumps.
UK mortgage lenders cut rates after Trump tariffs
bbc.co.uk - 09 April 2025 8:20 AM
Lenders lower mortgage costs as experts forecast interest rates will be cut by more than expected.
Trump's trade war has left the world more vulnerable to a financial crisis, Bank of England warns, with severe economic shocks now more likely
www.dailymail.co.uk - 09 April 2025 8:01 AM
Donald Trump's trade war has left the world more vulnerable to a financial crisis, the Bank of England warned today.
Rolls-Royce used by Field Marshal Montgomery and Winston Churchill during D-Day planning heads to auction
www.dailymail.co.uk - 09 April 2025 7:03 AM
Montgomery's 1936 Rolls-Royce carried some of the most iconic high-ranking military figures during the war, including Churchill, President Eisenhower and HM King George VI.
British Steel solution is within reach, minister says
bbc.co.uk - 09 April 2025 6:54 AM
The UK government is considering nationalising the Chinese-owned firm which employs 2,700 people.
Trump rips up rulebook on trade and businesses are left reeling
bbc.co.uk - 09 April 2025 6:40 AM
Firms say the rapid change in US trade policy, including big taxes on China, has left them in flux.
Mortgage rates drop below 4% as more interest rate cuts predicted for this year
www.dailymail.co.uk - 09 April 2025 6:40 AM
One broker said tariffs chaos had created a 'golden window of opportunity' for homeowners to secure a cheaper mortgage.
China retaliates against Donald Trump's 'explosive' tariffs as global trade war escalates
www.dailymail.co.uk - 09 April 2025 5:55 AM
Follow the latest reaction as Donald Trump declares 'war with the world' as sweeping tariffs for around 60 countries come into effect.
NHS landlord Assura agrees £1.6bn takeover by investment consortium
www.dailymail.co.uk - 09 April 2025 5:46 AM
The NHS landlord, which owns and manages over 600 properties in the UK, rejected four approaches from KKR over several months before receiving a fifth from the firm on 10 March.
Ford to provide FREE home chargers and installation with every electric car purchase in latest bid to boost sales
www.dailymail.co.uk - 09 April 2025 4:52 AM
Ford's 'Power Promise' will gift all new Ford EV buyers - cars and vans - a home charger, free installation, plus a 10,00-mile energy bonus. It's the first offering of its kind.
These are hot investments that professional stock pickers are buying NOW to profit from Trump's trade tariff wars - as revealed to money guru JEFF PRESTRIDGE
www.dailymail.co.uk - 09 April 2025 4:49 AM
Uncertainty, market volatility and negative sentiment are back in spades and there seems little light at the end of the tunnel.
Will pensions and mortgages be impacted by tariffs? Your questions answered
bbc.co.uk - 09 April 2025 3:55 AM
The BBC's Cost of Living Correspondent answers your questions about how the tariffs might impact your money
Why Trump's tariffs could open up a golden window to bag bargain TVs, clothes, mortgages and energy bills - and how YOU can snap them up
www.dailymail.co.uk - 09 April 2025 3:55 AM
A very brief window to snap up good deals has opened up - from mortgages and petrol to clothes, electronic goods and cars.
Rate gap between two and five-year mortgages is now TINY: How long should YOU fix for?
www.dailymail.co.uk - 09 April 2025 3:16 AM
Not so long ago, there was a clear preference among borrowers for five-year fixes - but that now looks to be changing as mortgage rates are forecast to fall.
Recruiter axes senior managers as hiring slowdown forces cost cutting
www.dailymail.co.uk - 09 April 2025 2:58 AM
PageGroup said the measures would result in an estimated £15million in one-off costs in 2025 but deliver around the same amount in ongoing savings each year.
Post Office to sell all 108 directly-owned branches - is yours on the list?
Around 1,000 staff working in these branches will be offered a choice to move to work for any new owner or take voluntary redundancy, the Post Office said.
Looking to invest in an Isa but worried about the market turbulence? Our guide to navigating Trump's tariffs
www.dailymail.co.uk - 09 April 2025 2:09 AM
Investors have a fresh Isa allowance for the new tax year, but may feel cautious about using it given the volatility in global stock markets.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Ineos Automotive reignites feud with Land Rover with 'cheeky' ad campaign five years after landmark legal battle
www.dailymail.co.uk - 09 April 2025 2:01 AM
A digital billboard erected outside a Jaguar Land Rover dealership in London threatens to renew tensions between the two companies that have been at legal loggerheads in the past.
Interest rates could now be cut FOUR times this year as Trump's trade war hits growth
www.dailymail.co.uk - 09 April 2025 1:59 AM
Investors have ramped-up bets on Bank of England interest rate cuts as the outbreak of a trade war weighs on economic growth.
Detroit's 'Big Three' car makers more exposed to Trump's tariffs than German and Japanese rivals
www.dailymail.co.uk - 08 April 2025 11:53 PM
General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis have been left vulnerable by Trump's 25% import levy, according to UK-based automotive intelligence company Jato Dynamics.
Trump's tariffs are a huge blow to Vietnam's economic ambitions
bbc.co.uk - 08 April 2025 11:24 PM
US exports have driven the economic success of countries like Vietnam and Cambodia.
India cuts rates as Trump's tariffs put growth at risk
bbc.co.uk - 08 April 2025 11:06 PM
India's central bank has cut interest rates by 0.25% and lowered its growth projections for this year.
Energy bills will go up for nearly half a MILLION households at the end of May - unless they take action
www.dailymail.co.uk - 08 April 2025 11:00 PM
There are a large number of customers coming to the end of fixed energy deals at the moment - and they could end up paying more unless they switch.
My parents' home has 41 years left on the lease, and we can't afford to extend it: What can we do?
I have spoken to the freeholder and they said it would cost in the region of £75,000 to extend the lease. This is money none of the family are able to raise.
When will you use YOUR Isa allowance? One person invested full £20k in first 11 MINUTES of tax year
With tax allowances frozen until 2028, Isa usage has surged - and some investors were keen to get started at the very beginning of the tax year.
The Canadians and Danes boycotting American products
bbc.co.uk - 08 April 2025 4:26 PM
As anger grows over Trump's tariffs, apps and social media groups are helping people avoid US goods.
Trick to bagging a top fixed rate deal that doesn't stop you switching if a better deal comes along: SYLVIA MORRIS
www.dailymail.co.uk - 08 April 2025 2:34 PM
Nervous savers are pouring money into savings accounts to shelter it from the market turbulence caused by Donald Trump's tariff wars.
MARKET WATCH: All eyes on medical scanner maker Gooch & Housego as it shrugs off Trump tariff fears
www.dailymail.co.uk - 08 April 2025 2:32 PM
The Somerset-based firm, which has five sites in the US, said its exposure to countries that had been hit by the most severe tariff measures was 'limited'.
Footsie fights back after days of turmoil on Trump tariff deal hope - but Wall St falls again in late trading chaos
www.dailymail.co.uk - 08 April 2025 2:28 PM
The blue-chip index joined other world stock markets in clawing back some of its huge losses as the US President spoke positively about negotiations.
Banks in the line of fire: Bailey can provide reassurance with an early rate cut, says ALEX BRUMMER
www.dailymail.co.uk - 08 April 2025 2:09 PM
The $10 trillion wipeout of global share prices as a consequence of Donald Trump's trade war represents an enormous shock to financial stability.
Shein in supply chain showdown with Beijing over plans to shift production out of China
www.dailymail.co.uk - 08 April 2025 2:08 PM
Chinese officials are said to have discouraged Shein from using more suppliers in other countries in the days before the US slapped duties on imports.
Navy swaps helicopters for BAE-built drones to transport supplies around ships
www.dailymail.co.uk - 08 April 2025 2:01 PM
Nine drones made by Malloy Aeronautics, which is owned by BAE Systems, will help to move supplies like defence equipment and packages from home.
We WON'T drop woke policies to placate Donald Trump, say British bosses
www.dailymail.co.uk - 08 April 2025 2:00 PM
Many organisations in the US have responded to the president's cajoling by rethinking their approach to issues such as race and transgenderism.
Trump's trade war will 'depress activity', Bank of England warns as officials weigh up how to respond
Deputy governor Clare Lombardelli (pictured) said officials would assess how it would affect inflation ahead of the next interest rate decision next month.
Philip Green loses case over naming in Parliament
bbc.co.uk - 08 April 2025 10:31 AM
The European Court of Human Rights ruled Sir Philip's human rights were not breached.
Major supermarket announces it will shut 17 stores in days
www.dailymail.co.uk - 08 April 2025 10:14 AM
Of those set to be shuttered, 16 will be closed on Wednesday 16 April, with one branch in North Yorkshire, to be closed on 14 May.
Stocks stage cautious recovery on hopes Trump will negotiate tariffs
www.dailymail.co.uk - 08 April 2025 9:16 AM
Stocks rallied after another tariff-induced slump in the previous session, as cautious investors sought evidence the US may be willing to negotiate.
My insurer left me with a £10,000 bill for air ambulance mountain rescue I didn't even need: SALLY SORTS IT
www.dailymail.co.uk - 08 April 2025 8:54 AM
Last July, I had a medical incident while on holiday in Austria. I forked out £10,000 of my own funds to settle the bills, but had little meaningful contact with the insurer. Please help.
Stellantis faces pushback over CEO's pay package
www.dailymail.co.uk - 08 April 2025 8:28 AM
Allianz Global Investors said Tavares' pay package 'appears overly generous' due to Stellantis' 'lacklustre operating performance' and factors concerning his abrupt departure last December.
UK investors piled into US stocks ahead of Trump tariff slump
Many British investors could be nursing outsized losses after piling into US equity funds last month ahead of markets' recent tariff induced slump.
Pawnbroker Ramsdens sees profits soar as gold prices skyrocket
www.dailymail.co.uk - 08 April 2025 7:52 AM
Ramsdens shares moved sharply higher on Tuesday after the pawnbroker and lender told shareholders higher gold prices helped lift profits ahead of expectations last year.
Trump tariffs: EU warns China to tone it down amid fears of all-out trade war
www.dailymail.co.uk - 08 April 2025 7:17 AM
Follow the latest news on the global economy as markets react to Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs which have seen stocks plummet across the world.
How Trump's tariffs will impact crypto: From Bitcoin to Ethereum, world-leading experts reveal the coins most at risk - and if it's time to buy or sell (their verdicts might surprise you!)
www.dailymail.co.uk - 08 April 2025 7:16 AM
There are fears that the huge tariffs imposed on America's trading partners, will mean firms will find it harder to do business abroad and the fall in trade will lead to global economic recessions.
Feeling brave? How to find the right stocks and shares Isa to grow YOUR wealth in the new tax year
www.dailymail.co.uk - 08 April 2025 7:14 AM
This is Money's Simon Lambert has been writing about investment platforms for almost two decades, these are his tips to get the best deal.
Average first-time home buyer is now over the age of 30 in all but ONE part of Britain
www.dailymail.co.uk - 08 April 2025 6:43 AM
The bank looked at the average age of first-time buyers across England, Scotland and Wales, and found that most were aged either 32 or 33.
I can see my neighbour sunbathing naked in his back garden. Is he breaking the law? DEAN DUNHAM has the answer
www.dailymail.co.uk - 08 April 2025 6:19 AM
Dean Dunham explains the first course of action you should take, and what you could do if they don't cover up.
Gold price buffeted amid Trump trade war: Why is it volatile and how do you buy it?
www.dailymail.co.uk - 08 April 2025 5:00 AM
The value of the precious metal hit an all-time high of $3,167.71 on 3 April. But it then plunged in moves blamed on profit-taking, plus a sell-off to meet losses elsewhere.
Fund manager issues profit warning after £5.2bn SJP blow to assets
www.dailymail.co.uk - 08 April 2025 4:44 AM
Impax Asset Management shares tumbled on Tuesday after the company warned its annual profits would be below market projections.
Carmakers hit by a 'black swan event' from Trump's trade war
www.dailymail.co.uk - 08 April 2025 1:46 AM
The 25% tax on foreign-made vehicles entering the US would cause 'Armageddon' and 'pure chaos' for the sector, said Dan Ives at US broker Wedbush.
I started making fruit juice in my mum's kitchen... now I sell to Waitrose and Gail's
www.dailymail.co.uk - 08 April 2025 1:40 AM
Daily Dose sources and manufactures everything in the UK - the only juice company to do so - and uses wonky veg to do it.
As Starmer relaxes electric car targets, here's what it really means for YOU: Five major changes including a stay of execution for hybrids
www.dailymail.co.uk - 08 April 2025 1:39 AM
The Prime Minister dramatically watered down the ban on sales of new petrol and diesel cars and vans, and provided more lenience to manufacturers on EV sales targets.
Is the US heading for a recession? Three warning signs to watch
bbc.co.uk - 08 April 2025 12:02 AM
Michelle Fleury explains the factors to watch in the economy after President Trump’s tariff announcements.
Classic cars granted exemption from 25% Trump tariffs - but is there a major catch coming in May?
www.dailymail.co.uk - 07 April 2025 11:35 PM
Classic car imports to the US have been given exemption from the 25% tariffs. The 8.7bn a year industry is relieved but there could be a spanner in the works...
Investing your Isa allowance at the start of the tax year - rather than the end - could make you £32k richer
www.dailymail.co.uk - 07 April 2025 11:00 PM
While the most important thing is to use your Isa allowance at some point in the tax year, it does pay off to do this as early as possible - if you are able to.
Pothole crisis: Only 3% of England's crumbling local roads underwent maintenance last year
www.dailymail.co.uk - 07 April 2025 10:33 PM
In total, just 4,894 miles of 183,054 local roads in England were strengthened, resurfaced or preserved in 2023/24, the RAC has revealed.
MPs not doing enough to help UK carmakers through Trump's trade war amid weak demand for EVs
www.dailymail.co.uk - 07 April 2025 10:23 PM
Dealership chain Vertu, accused Sir Keir Starmer of merely 'tinkering' while Ford warned that more is needed to tackle the 'challenging' conditions.
How the car industry has reacted to Starmer's watered-down EV targets
www.dailymail.co.uk - 07 April 2025 10:06 PM
We've heard from green campaign groups, car manufacturers, public chargepoint operators and more. Here's what they've had to say about Sir Keir Starmer's backdown on EV policy.
A revolution is under way in India's trainer industry
bbc.co.uk - 07 April 2025 6:51 PM
India wants to boost the domestic trainer industry but will small domestic makers suffer?
A Minecraft Movie is the biggest blockbuster success for Vue cinemas since Barbie
www.dailymail.co.uk - 07 April 2025 2:00 PM
The film - which stars Jason Momoa and Jack Black (pictured centre) - has brought in around £233m globally on its debut weekend.
UK government borrowing costs dive as investors flee to bonds amid the global stock market sell-off
The interest rate on 10-year government bonds, known as gilts, dropped to below 4.38%, their lowest since December last year.
Tariff-hit firms could be thrown a £10bn lifeline: Covid-style support could save 100,000 jobs
The prediction from Deutsche Bank's Sanjay Raja came amid growing warnings of the impact of Donald Trump's trade war on UK firms.
Protein powder firm to bulk up in the US in response to Donald Trump's tariffs
Applied Nutrition - backed by TV personality Coleen Rooney (pictured) - said it was keeping 'options open' to avoid being hit by any future import levies.
Prepare for a budget U-turn as the squeeze on UK finances prompts talk of changing the fiscal rules: ALEX BRUMMER
Chancellor Rachel Reeves (pictured), who vowed to end Tory fiscal chaos with one financial statement a year, is now on her third.
Where to invest NOW after Trump's tariffs and what it means for your pension: The definitive guide by the Mail's money experts
www.dailymail.co.uk - 07 April 2025 9:24 AM
President Trump's sweeping tariffs will have far-reaching consequences for our investments - but not all will be affected equally.
How to invest your pension in drawdown
www.dailymail.co.uk - 07 April 2025 9:22 AM
Pension freedoms mean retirees can now invest their savings how they like rather than buy a stingy annuity. But what do you need to consider and plan ahead for when funding retirement this way?
French car brand to fit 68mph speed limiters to small model popular among young drivers
www.dailymail.co.uk - 07 April 2025 8:41 AM
Called the 'safety car' package, the limiter is currently only available in France, but there is potential for it to be installed in UK models too, This is Money reveals.
Nationwide confirms date £50 bonus will land in accounts: Are you eligible?
www.dailymail.co.uk - 07 April 2025 8:28 AM
Britain's biggest mutual will dish out over £600million to members as part of the 'Big Nationwide Thank You' following its takeover of Virgin Money.
The silver linings as Trump's tariffs cause turmoil in global markets - will YOU benefit?
www.dailymail.co.uk - 07 April 2025 7:46 AM
Millions of UK borrowers could receive a boost this week as mortgage rates are set to fall in a glimmer of hope amid Donald Trump's trade war.
SMALL CAP IDEA: Could Arc Minerals emulate Greatland's success?
www.dailymail.co.uk - 07 April 2025 7:32 AM
Greatland Gold has shown it is possible for a mine developer to chart a route from the ranks of the microcaps to jackpot-style success as a producer.
First lender cuts mortgage rates as tariffs set to bring down interest rates
www.dailymail.co.uk - 07 April 2025 6:56 AM
Mortgage brokers are expecting more lenders to follow suit, in what could see a wave of rate reductions over the coming weeks.
Shares in British chipmaker nosedive after customer delays hit earnings
www.dailymail.co.uk - 07 April 2025 6:17 AM
EnSilica forecasts reporting turnover of £19million to £20million and earnings of between £0.1million and £0.5million for the year ending May.
SHIRES INCOME: The high-yield investment trust standing apart from rival funds
www.dailymail.co.uk - 07 April 2025 3:33 AM
Shires Income goes under the radar of most investors. Not because it doesn't do a good job, but as a result of its small size - which means it fails to get on the fund 'buy' lists.
MIDAS SHARE TIPS: Foresight is levelling up the regions, one coffee shop at a time
www.dailymail.co.uk - 07 April 2025 3:30 AM
Boss Bernard Fairman and finance director Gary Fraser recently spent almost £2 million of their own cash on shares. Follow their lead, at £3.15.
MIDAS SHARE TIPS: Clean up... by backing firm behind 'super sewer'
www.dailymail.co.uk - 07 April 2025 3:29 AM
International Public Partnerships shares have fallen more than a third since peaking at £1.72 three years ago. The slump has been overdone. At £1.10, shares are a buy.
Tenerife thieves stole my phone... and then raided £85,000 from my Revolut account
www.dailymail.co.uk - 07 April 2025 1:11 AM
I naively thought criminals would want the device rather than what was on it. How wrong I was.
House prices FELL in March as higher stamp duty costs took hold
www.dailymail.co.uk - 07 April 2025 1:08 AM
The average home fell in value last month as buyers factored in higher stamp duty costs, the latest figures from Halifax show.
Can I get a part-time job while drawing the state pension? STEVE WEBB replies
www.dailymail.co.uk - 06 April 2025 11:00 PM
What do you need to know if you opt to work past state pension age? Steve Webb explains National Insurance, private pension, tax and benefit rules.
UK investment trusts demand voting rights for all shareholders
www.dailymail.co.uk - 06 April 2025 4:05 PM
The AIC wants investment platforms to be compelled to provide shareholders with the ability to vote on matters proposed at company meetings.
Overseas property buyers in UK hit record low, says Hamptons
www.dailymail.co.uk - 06 April 2025 4:01 PM
The proportion of overseas buyers registering with Countrywide group estate agents fell to its lowest level on record at the start of this year.
Hornby quits AIM for rival platform JP Jenkins
www.dailymail.co.uk - 06 April 2025 1:50 PM
Hornby will be the 20th company to join this year. English winemaker Gusbourne joined last month. Others include yacht maker GYG and fashion group Superdry.
British Steel's Chinese owners hit by dividend row
The most recently available accounts - for 2023 but only published days ago - show £735.7m was in the form of loans from the parent group 'and related companies'.
ALEX BRUMMER: Last hurrah for Royal Mail
It is difficult to see how Daniel Kretinsky is going to make the Royal Mail a profitable proposition without defenestrating the group.
Add £22k to the value of your home with an outdoor kitchen: You can build one for just £3k and it just takes a day to install. Here our experts reveal how...
www.dailymail.co.uk - 06 April 2025 9:19 AM
If you're getting your garden in shape for summer and want to add value to your home, think twice before splashing out on landscaping or adding a no longer fashionable pizza oven.
Apprentice levy is 'too restrictive', says Airbus
www.dailymail.co.uk - 06 April 2025 4:57 AM
However, smaller firms 'can't necessarily afford' to take on apprentices, Sue Partridge said, due to 'the way things are structured'.
Donald Trump's love-in with US tech giants is officially over
www.dailymail.co.uk - 06 April 2025 4:54 AM
Apple was particularly badly hit as Donald Trump imposed crushing tariffs on China, where most iPhones are made.
We need to dig up more roads (and faster!), says Openreach's CLIVE SELLEY
www.dailymail.co.uk - 06 April 2025 4:50 AM
Selley has called for the Government to make it even easier to dig up streets to lay fibre optic cables, saying the current process is inefficient and costly for both his company and the taxpayer.
Primark scandal could hasten corporate split
www.dailymail.co.uk - 06 April 2025 4:45 AM
Speculation that the retailer could be floated off as a separate entity, was reignited by the resignation of boss Paul Marchant.
Alarm as 'fear index' breaches Bank of England buffer
www.dailymail.co.uk - 06 April 2025 4:41 AM
A key threshold measuring whether British banks can cope with a meltdown in global trade has been triggered, we can reveal.
Dame Amanda Blanc on the hunt for new BP chair
www.dailymail.co.uk - 06 April 2025 4:37 AM
Blanc has plenty on her plate as chief executive of insurer Aviva plus her role as senior independent director on BP's board.
Investors must put their tin hats on, says HAMISH MCRAE
www.dailymail.co.uk - 06 April 2025 4:31 AM
Whisper it low, but the UK may end up doing quite well out of this tariff war. Fingers crossed.
Cash-strapped NHS trusts hand former PM Tony Blair's tech pal Larry Ellison £1.5bn contract
www.dailymail.co.uk - 06 April 2025 4:28 AM
Contracts worth £3 billion to create digital health records have been awarded to two US tech giants despite lower offers from UK-based suppliers.
JOHN BERCOW admits his father wouldn't have liked the massive profit he made on his second home
www.dailymail.co.uk - 06 April 2025 3:54 AM
Bercow was the Conservative MP for Buckingham from 1997 to 2019 and says he has never struggled to make ends meet.
Just 50 pension schemes hold key to Rachel Reeves's growth plan
www.dailymail.co.uk - 06 April 2025 1:17 AM
The Chancellor has announced measures to make it easier for firms to access £150billion or more of excess money in their defined benefit pension plans.
My neighbour sells used cars in our cul-de-sac: Can I get him to stop?
www.dailymail.co.uk - 06 April 2025 12:45 AM
My neighbour can have up to seven cars parked in front of his house and on the pavements, which he sells to private buyers. What can I do?
I'm an energy expert: This is how first-time home buyers can cut their bills
www.dailymail.co.uk - 05 April 2025 11:00 PM
With the help of Celia Rumbold, energy expert at utility firm Ovo, we explain what those moving into their first home need to know about EPC ratings and energy improvements.
Trump has turned his back on the foundation of US economic might - the fallout will be messy
bbc.co.uk - 05 April 2025 4:59 PM
What made the US step back from the system that it profited handsomely from for decades?
Building society boss is paid £5.7million in just two years, reveals JEFF PRESTRIDGE - so will YOU vote through this year's bumper pay deals?
www.dailymail.co.uk - 05 April 2025 9:11 AM
JEFF PRESTRIDGE: I have a lot of personal finance appreciation for building societies. They support their communities, keeping branches open in towns where the banks have long upped sticks.
Starmer's response to Trump tariffs is both to slow down and go faster
bbc.co.uk - 05 April 2025 5:25 AM
What's happening in Whitehall to try to limit the harm to the UK, perhaps by making a deal with the US, and make the most of any opportunities?
Historic Grade II-listed TOWER in Northampton up for auction for £225k
www.dailymail.co.uk - 05 April 2025 2:58 AM
The converted eighteenth century Hawking Tower was built as a folly by the Second Earl of Strafford and Wentworth.
ALEX BRUMMER: Donald Trump's Liberation Day leaves its scars
www.dailymail.co.uk - 05 April 2025 2:55 AM
The Wall Street Journal compares 'Liberation Day' to Richard Nixon's decision to blow up the Bretton Woods system of fixed exchange rates in 1971. The Economist calls it 'Ruination Day'.
Make sure your car's 'road ready' for Easter getaway, says RAY MASSEY
www.dailymail.co.uk - 05 April 2025 2:54 AM
Roughly 21 million leisure journeys are expected this weekend alone - and that's a fortnight before the Bank Holiday weekend.
Rollercoaster ride for gold as investors panic over impact of Donald Trump's trade tariffs
www.dailymail.co.uk - 05 April 2025 2:53 AM
Seen as a safe haven in times of turmoil, it hit a record of $3165 an ounce but slipped back to $3065 before hovering around $3100.
BP chairman quits after green energy disaster
www.dailymail.co.uk - 05 April 2025 2:52 AM
Helge Lund told the board he planned to stand down 'most likely during 2026' having chaired the firm since 2019.
Borrowing costs dive as investors bet on rate cuts
www.dailymail.co.uk - 05 April 2025 2:50 AM
On another day of turmoil on financial markets yields on government bonds fell in the US, UK and across Europe and Asia.
An Evri driver defecated outside my house, can I get them to clean it up?
www.dailymail.co.uk - 05 April 2025 1:05 AM
I've been trying to log a complaint with Evri, but there's no way of doing this without a reference number, which I don't have because it's not my parcel.