47 h. ago City watchdog reveals new measures to get more people investing in shares to boost uncertain London market

THE City watchdog has revealed measures to get more people investing in shares in a bid to boost the uncertain London market. The Financial Conduct Authority aims to make it easier for ordinary savers to put money into stocks and shares and take informed risks rather than just leaving their cash in low-return accounts. A...

Economics

5 d. ago Argentina's President Milei to issue a dollar bond, eyeing a return to global markets

The libertarian government of Argentina’s President Javier Milei has announced that it will issue a dollar bond for the first time in nearly eight years as the cash-strapped country seeks a return to international markets

Politics

3 w. ago New UK bank account rule coming into force for anyone with less than £120,000

Up to £120,000 of your cash will be returned to you if a UK-authorised bank, building society or credit union goes out of business

Economics

3 w. ago Fury as No 10 signals Starmer is willing to pay billions to Brussels in return for closer EU trade deals

Downing Street has signalled that the Prime Minister is preparing to give in to EU demands for cash payments in return for improved access to the single market.

Economics

3 w. ago Almost half begin investing because they want to beat returns on cash, as young people pile into ETFs

Investment giant Blackrock says further financial education is key to encouraging more of the public to invest - one of the aims of Chancellor, Rachel Reeves.

Economics

4 w. ago Vodafone hikes dividend for first time in eight years after Three UK tie

Vodafone has upgraded its annual outlook for both earnings and cash flow after the telecoms giant returned to top-line growth in Germany in the second quarter.

Politics

last month Millions of holidaymakers missing out on free cash after returning home – how to get it

MILLIONS of holidaymakers could be missing out on free cash after returning home. It comes as 51% of people are unaware they can claim back VAT on purchases made in the EU, a survey by trade association Abta has found. Meanwhile, younger travellers were found to be most clued up, with 69% of 18 to...

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