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Winning Powerball numbers for Thursday, 10 September

National Lottery results: Winning Powerball numbers for Thursday, 10 September -

The evergreen investment strategy of the Cardiff Capital Region is bearing fruit

The commonest failure in strategy is starting with goals. A target is not a plan; it is a wish with a number attached

How a bookkeeper became the world's first billionaire

Discover how John D. Rockefeller became the world's first dollar billionaire and what happened to his fortune

If compound interest is so powerful, why aren’t we all millionaires? “The reality is more complicated”

Compound interest is often sold as a simple route to wealth: save consistently, invest the money and eventually exponential growth will make you rich. But this video argues that real economic life gets in the way, from years spent studying and retiring to rising housing, food and energy costs that leave many workers with little or nothing to invest. More importantly, compound returns work very differently for people who already own enormous amounts of wealth, allowing them to increasingly outbid ordinary families for houses, land and other assets. The promise sounds irresistible, but there is one uncomfortable question at its heart — “If it’s so easy to become a millionaire, why is such a small minority of people actually millionaires?”

Amazon set to raise over $5 billion in first sterling bond sale, lead managers say

By Yoruk Bahceli LONDON, Sept 9 (Reuters) - Amazon was set to raise 4 billion pounds ($5.43 billion) from its first ever sterling bond sale on Wednesday that drew strong demand, according to a bank managing the deal, as hyperscalers rush to diversify their funding sources to finance the AI boom. The deal is the latest example of how hyperscalers are increasingly selling bonds across markets

Oil back at $100 signals growing market war worries

There is mounting concern over the impact of intensifying hostilities in the Middle East on the global economy, as oil prices top $100 a barrel again.

Personal finance: How to save, spend, and think rationally about money

Whether you have a lot of money or a lot of debt, it matters how you handle your personal finances. A crucial step when it comes to saving is to reassess your relationship with money and to learn to adopt a broader, more logical point of view. In this video, social innovator and activist Vicki Robin, psychologist Daniel Kahneman, Harvard Business School professor Michael Norton, and author Bruce Feiler offer advice on achieving financial independence, learning to control your emotions, spending smarter, and teaching children about money. It all starts with education and understanding. The more you know about how money works, the better you will be at avoiding mistakes and the easier it will be to take control of your financial circumstances. Your Money or Your Life: 9 Steps to Transforming Your Relationship with Money and Achieving Financial Independence: Fully Revised and Updated for 2018 List Price: $13.49 New From: $9.44 in Stock Used From: $6.00 in Stock

Hungary's inflation edges higher in August after nine-year low

Hungary's consumer price inflation increased somewhat in August after easing to its lowest level in nine-and-a-half years, the Hungarian Central Statistical Office said on Tuesday. Consumer prices climbed 1.3% year-on-year in August after rising 1.2% in July, which was the weakest inflation rate since November 2016. Food prices declined for the sec...

He traveled across Spain giving unexpected cash to strangers - their reactions became the real story

A trip through Spain becomes a series of unusual encounters as strangers are unexpectedly offered far more money than they anticipated. The experiment ranges from attempting to cover rent to giving a waiter an enormous tip and surprising a family with €1,000. Some recipients hesitate or question whether the offers are genuine, adding uncertainty to otherwise ordinary interactions. Along the way, cash is also turned into spontaneous prizes, including €500 tied to a soccer challenge. The result is a revealing look at how people respond when an everyday encounter suddenly involves an unexpectedly large amount of money.

These countries hold an astonishing share of their reserves in gold

The savings accounts that give you 5% interest – beating rising inflation

Funding Circle boss bows out as fintech lifts profit forecast

The boss of small business lender Funding Circle has laid out plans for her departure as the fintech lifted its profit forecast for the year ahead. Lisa Jacobs, who has led the firm since 2022, will step down as chief executive by “no later than September 2027,” the firm said on Tuesday. The fintech chief [...]

How to master personal finance basics - from budgeting to planning

How to master the basics of personal finance - from budgeting to planning your future - It’s far easier to take control of your money than we’ve been led to believe – you just need a plan and some time

Mom saved $16,500 by stuffing $1 bills into a water jug, but investing could have grown it much more

Leslie DeVries has spent about 10 years dropping spare $1 bills into a five-gallon water jug at the back of her wardrobe. The habit has built a cash pile of roughly $16,500 (about £12,200), earmarked for the family holiday she is planning. Left in the jug, that money earned nothing. Had she funnelled the same singles into a low-cost stock index fun...

World's richest club takes on Italy's wealthiest: Real beat Inter 7.7 billion to 2.1

Business valuations for Real Madrid and Inter highlight Serie A's lag behind Europe's elite, yet both clubs are profitable.

US holiday spending is on track for a major milestone

US holiday spending is on track for a major milestone - Between January and July, retail sales have fallen month-on-month three separate times

My wife found out her father has been putting money into a secret account in her name for years. Could that create a tax problem for us?

Finding out that a parent has been stashing money in your spouse’s name for years is the kind of family surprise that can instantly turn into a tax question. The good news is that a hidden account does not automatically mean you owe tax, penalties, or back returns. What matters most is who legally owned the money, whose Social Security number was attached to the account, and whether the account generated taxable income.

UK gas prices hit four-year high as US-Iran conflict escalates

UK gas prices have hit a four-year high after the US launched a fresh assault on Iran, while oil jumped above $100 a barrel. Natural gas contracts in Britain touched their highest point since 2022, climbing 4pc on Wednesday morning after the US destroyed five Iranian oil tankers. It means prices are at their highest point since the energy crisis ca...

What does unlimited money get you in Vietnam? - He tried the ultra-rich experience

Sonny visits a five-star Four Seasons resort in central Vietnam to experience how the ultra-rich vacation in one of Asia’s more affordable destinations. The stay includes a roughly $1,000 villa, an enormous breakfast buffet, a floating breakfast in the private pool, regional Vietnamese cuisine and increasingly extravagant experiences designed to show what a virtually unlimited vacation budget can buy.

769,000 Americans are now 401(k) millionaires, here's how to catch up if you're not one of them

A record number of Fidelity savers have reached $1M, but the bigger lesson is how to build a retirement plan that fits your own life. The number of Americans with at least $1M in their workplace retirement accounts has reached a new high. Fidelity Investments reported that 769,000 people held $1M or more in their 401(k) plans at the end of June 202...

Parents struggle to save for children's future as UK university costs set to top £91,000

A poll of 2,000 parents with children under the age of 18 found that 23% feel unprepared for the cost of supporting their children as they get older

Six in ten millionaire investors consider leaving the UK due to higher taxes

A top City economist has warned of a fiscal shock in the coming months as an exodus of billionaires from Britain leaves the public finances on shaky ground.

US Treasury chief Bessent backs using US financial power as foreign policy tool

By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, Sept 8 (Reuters) - U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent advocated on Tuesday for Washington's use of financial power as a foreign policy tool with the goal of advancing the interests of American allies, including in financial and political situations abroad. "I believe that I can use the balance sheet of the U.S. for foreign policy. So, we have a foreign policy

Oil, Treasury yields turn higher as stocks falter

By Pete Schroeder Sept 9 (Reuters) - Brent crude prices surged past $100 a barrel on Wednesday and the yield on 10-year Treasury debt hit its highest level since November 2023, as Middle East and inflation concerns weighed down Wall Street. Brent crude was at $100.27 per barrel in midday trading, up 2.4% on the day, breaching the symbolic price level for the first time since July 24, after Iran

How seriously do you take financial planning?

New YouGov research examines how people across Great Britain are approaching their financial futures.

HMRC triple lock alert after claims of £900 pensioner boost

The figures have reignited the row over whether Britain can still afford the guarantee

Asian stocks dip as Brent holds above $100, yields near 2023 peak

By Ankur Banerjee SINGAPORE, Sept 10 (Reuters) - Asian stocks slid on Thursday as the biggest wave of attacks on shipping in the widening war in the Middle East kept oil prices above $100 a barrel, leaving investors nervous ahead of U.S. inflation data that will influence near-term monetary policy. Benchmark 10-year U.S. Treasury yields held steady at 4.8407% after scaling their highest since

Bond yields jump despite $6 bn US government intervention

Yields on long-term US Treasury bonds surged Wednesday after a $6 billion government bond buyback that disappointed markets that had expected a bigger number. The rise in yields came after the Treasury Department announced it was tripling buybacks of long-term Treasury bonds to $6 billion, part of a strategy announced last month by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to calm the bond market.

The crucial money questions you need to answer for retirement

The crucial money questions you need to answer as you approach retirement - Wills, assets, inheritance plans and more - don’t leave it until it’s too late to know

State pension tax looms for 1 million retirees as time running out to pick a solution

An estimated one million pensioners whose sole income comes from the state pension are heading towards an unprecedented tax bill from April 2027, with "time running out" for the Labour Government to resolve the situation. The tax-free personal allowance has been stuck at £12,570 since the 2021/22 tax year and is now set to remain at that level unti...

What people are getting wrong about money in retirement

How to check if your HMRC pension refund letter is genuine – or a scam

How to check if your HMRC pension refund letter is genuine – or a scam - Thousands of lower earners who saved into workplace pensions could be eligible for about £70

What is the triple lock pension? Everything you need to know

What is the triple lock pension? Everything you need to know -

Bloom Energy to join the S&P 500 weeks after Nancy Pelosi disclosed multi-million dollar bet

US Rep. Nancy Pelosi disclosed in a 21st August periodic transaction report that her husband, Paul Pelosi, purchased 15,000 shares of Bloom Energy and 200 call options with a strike price of $100 and a 17th June 2027 expiry across multiple trades in July. Weeks later, the Bloom Energy stock surged by over 9% on Tuesday after the S&P Dow Jones Indic...

America's retirement magic number just dropped by $200K: Here's how much you really need

A $200,000 drop in the amount Americans think they need to retire might sound like good news. For couples approaching retirement, however, it raises a more important question: how much money will actually be enough? Northwestern Mutual's retirement magic number fell from $1.46 million in 2024 to $1.26 million in 2025. But this figure comes from a s...

Plug-in solar panels are now legal – here’s how they work, and how much you could save

Plug-in solar can cut electricity bills without a full rooftop installation, but you'll definitely want to read this first

Healey in line for £5.6bn boost from stock market rally

John Healey is in line for a £5.6bn boost thanks to a bigger-than-expected rise in London’s stock market. The FTSE All-Share has risen by 8.3pc this year, outpacing forecasts from the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR). The rise means the Exchequer’s revenues from stamp duty on shares and capital gains tax are expected to be above forecasts, he...

How immigrant families can build real wealth

The Fung Bros share strategies and perspectives on how immigrant families can create lasting financial security.

A new account launch is giving customers cashback, interest and a major switching reward

The revised account comes as households continue to review their finances and look for ways to manage regular spending. According to the Daily Express, research found that only 36% of people know they can earn interest on a current account, while 18% currently receive cashback through their everyday account. Flexdirect Combines Cashback, Interest a...

I'm a money expert - this is the one conversation you must have with your family before Christmas

Gemma Bird, aka Money Mum, has shared her top tips on how to boost your bank balance if you're worried about your Christmas cashflow

Trump promises Americans $5,000 if Republicans win midterms

The US president gave a wide-ranging speech at the Republican midterm convention. He defended the war in Iran, trade wars and tariffs, and the White House ballroom. He also called Democrats evil and immigrants animals.

Keep your savings safe and secret 💰

Keep your savings safe and secret 💰!!

France's Cegid and Silae to merge in €10 billion software deal

Sept 9 (Reuters) - French business software provider Cegid and payroll platform Silae said on Wednesday they were planning to merge to create a European technology group valued at more than €10 billion ($11.6 billion). Private equity firm Silver Lake, which is the majority owner of both companies, will retain a majority interest in the combined group, to be led by newly appointed CEO Christian

Martin Lewis issues warning to couples with hidden bank accounts

Martin Lewis issues warning to couples with hidden bank accounts -

ECB to hike rates as Iran war fuels fresh inflation fears

By Francesco Canepa and Balazs Koranyi FRANKFURT, Sept 10 (Reuters) - The European Central Bank looks set to raise interest rates on Thursday for the second time this year, seeking to head off an energy-driven surge in inflation triggered by the Iran war. Attacks by both sides since the end of August have shattered a month of relative calm, with the U.S. and Iran hitting military, shipping and

Katie Piper: Here are 5 things every woman should know about money

Pokemon just had its best ever year with $3.4 billion in net sales probably thanks to Pokopia

So much Pokemoney!

Dollar trades near 7-month low against yen as oil settles above $100

By Chibuike Oguh and Amanda Cooper NEW YORK, Sept 9 (Reuters) - The dollar traded near a seven-month low against the yen on Wednesday as oil prices settled above $100 a barrel amid an escalating conflict in the Middle East, while investors positioned for central bank meetings next week. The U.S. currency has come under pressure largely due to the yen's sharp gains over the past week and shifting

The richest country in Europe has more money than UK and 2 other nations combined

This country rakes in trillions every year