Investing
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Will mortgage rates fall this year?Major lenders are starting to increase mortgage rates again. Whether you're buying a home, remortgaging or you’re a buy-to-let landlord, we look at the outlook for 2026.
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Is the stock market open on the August bank holiday?As August’s summer bank holiday draws near, we look at whether the UK and US stock markets will remain open as usual or if there’s a change to trading hours.
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Is now a good time to invest in gold?Gold still holds appeal for investors, even after its role as a defensive asset has been tested this year.
Personal Finance
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Will energy prices rise further in 2026?The Ofgem price cap rose by 13% on 1 July. With wholesale energy prices so unsettled, could energy bills increase further?
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What’s happening with UK house prices? Latest property forecasts for 2026With mortgage rates creeping back up and ongoing market volatility, can we expect house prices to slide?
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Will mortgage rates fall this year?
Major lenders are starting to increase mortgage rates again. Whether you're buying a home, remortgaging or you’re a buy-to-let landlord, we look at the outlook for 2026.
Economy
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John Healey is repeating Rachel Reeves's mistakesChancellor John Healey seems content with the script handed to him by his predecessor, Rachel Reeves. The results will be just as bad, says Matthew Lynn
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Can Burnham's devolution plan actually bear fruit?Andy Burnham thinks devolution works, but there’s a long and hard road ahead
Property
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Will mortgage rates fall this year?
Major lenders are starting to increase mortgage rates again. Whether you're buying a home, remortgaging or you’re a buy-to-let landlord, we look at the outlook for 2026.
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Average stamp duty by region: How much are you likely to pay?Most people buying their next home will have to pay stamp duty. But how much you need to fork out varies, and where you are in the country can have an impact.
Savings
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NS&I to boost Premium Bonds prize fund rate – 12 more £100,000 prizes will be up for grabsNS&I is increasing its Premium Bonds prize fund rate and odds of winning from September, while boosting interest rates on 10 savings accounts from today.
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Best regular savings accounts – get up to 8%Savings The top regular savings accounts are paying as much as 8%. If you’re looking to stash small amounts away each month, we list the accounts worth looking at.
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Nationwide boost rates on fixed savings accounts and ISAs – are they a good home for your cash?Nationwide has hiked interest rates on several fixed term savings accounts to as high as 4.7%. Are they a good home for your cash?
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