8 h. ago UK fintechs explore buying US banks to speed up push for licences

Revolut and Starling among start-ups weighing acquisition of nationally chartered banks

Economics

26 h. ago Location, Location, Location's Phil Spencer shares key property upgrades which will make your home stand out to buyers (and they won't break the bank!)

UK TV presenter Phil Spencer - of Location, Location, Location fame - has shared the subtle tips and tricks which make buyers more likely to put an offer down.

Society

5 d. ago Accessories retailer Claire’s finds a buyer but hundreds of stores still set to close

As part of the deal Claire’s has paused the liquidation process at a ‘significant number’ of stores

Politics

6 d. ago Homes Under the Hammer star makes 80k profit on Manchester 'gem' home with 'bonus' offering

A Homes Under the Hammer buyer was left laughing all the way to the bank after he'd purchased a "gem" property in Greater Manchester

Sport

1 week ago Our wine expert reveals the best bottles to buy this bank holiday, from £9

Charlotte's bank-holiday buys

Economics

1 week ago Weekend Wishlist: 7 items our shopping writers are buying this Bank Holiday weekend

From LookFantastic finds to nostalgic releases from The Body Shop - here's what our shopping writers are eyeing up this Bank Holiday payday weekend

Economics

1 week ago Manager at care home told staff there was no cash to buy residents new underwear... because she had rinsed bank accounts of £55,000

Keeley Coleman used bank cards that belonged to two vulnerable residents and a 'pooled' card from seven others to buy a car, caravan and hot tub, Nottingham Crown Court heard.

Economics

2 w. ago How Scotland's affordable homes budget is bankrolled by buyers

David J Alexander says LBTT figures show the private sector is effectively funding a huge chunk of Scottish housing policy

Economics

3 w. ago John Textor teams up with football financier in push to buy Sheffield Wednesday

Working with former investment banker Keith HarrisFormer Palace shareholder Textor keen on crisis-hit clubJohn Textor has teamed up with the football financier Keith Harris in an attempt to buy Sheffield Wednesday.Harris, a former investment banker, has brokered takeovers at West Ham, Manchester City and Aston Villa, and put together a consortium to buy Everton last year, although that bid was unsuccessful. Continue reading...

Economics

3 w. ago 10 best festival essentials to buy now for August 2025 – from tents to power banks

Still got a festival left in your 2025 diary? From Boardmasters to Reading, here’s the kit that’ll keep you dry, charged and comfortable without blowing your budget.

Economics