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Bank of England Holds Interest Rates at 5.25%

The Bank of England maintains interest rates at 5.25% amid inflation concerns. Discover how this decision impacts mortgages, savings, and the UK economy in our comprehensive analysis.

Alliance & Leicester customers moved to Allica banking

Thousands of former Alliance & Leicester customers are being automatically transferred to a new banking provider called Allica. Here's how it affects your account, interest rates, and banking services.

Farage: Bank of England Independence "A Myth"

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage launches explosive attack on Bank of England independence, claiming political interference in interest rate decisions. Experts weigh in on this controversial stance.

FCA warns over wealth consolidator risks

UK financial watchdog reveals serious concerns about conflicts of interest and unsustainable borrowing practices among wealth management consolidators, warning of potential consumer harm.

Autumn Budget Inflation Fears: Tax Cuts Risk

As Jeremy Hunt prepares his Autumn Statement, economists warn that tax cuts could reignite inflation, forcing the Bank of England to keep interest rates higher for longer. Analysis of the delicate balancing act facing the Chancellor.

RBA Shock: Next Rate Move Could Be Up, Not Down

As Australia's inflation proves stubbornly persistent, economists are warning that the next interest rate move might not be down, but up. Discover why the RBA could be forced into another hike and what it means for mortgages and the economy.

Ken Henry: Labor's nature laws "worthless" without changes

Exclusive: Former Treasury Secretary Ken Henry delivers scathing critique of Labor's environmental reforms, warning exemptions could render new nature protection laws completely ineffective without urgent ministerial intervention.

Fed Cuts Rates as Trump Tariff Inflation Fears Ease

The US Federal Reserve has delivered a significant interest rate cut amid easing inflation concerns and reduced worries about Trump's proposed tariff policies, marking a major shift in monetary policy.

Pound falls to 2023 low against euro

Sterling hits its weakest level this year against the euro as market jitters intensify over upcoming budget announcements and economic uncertainty.

RBA Rules Out Interest Rate Cuts

The Reserve Bank of Australia has dashed hopes for interest rate relief, revealing it was 'always looking for an excuse' to maintain current settings as inflation concerns persist.

Cash ISA Warning: Inflation Eroding Savings

Financial experts sound the alarm as inflation continues to outpace cash ISA returns, threatening the real value of Britons' hard-earned savings. Discover why your money might be losing value and what alternatives could protect your wealth.

Body Hair Causing Relationship Rifts in UK

New research reveals body hair preferences are becoming a surprising source of conflict for couples, with shaving habits causing more arguments than you might expect.

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