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7,212 shares of this dividend goldmine pays an income equal to the State Pension!

Buying just over 7,200 shares in this FTSE 100 industrial titan is all that's needed to match the UK State Pension in 2025. But is it a good idea? The post 7,212 shares of this dividend goldmine pays an income equal to the State Pension! appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

November 2025 payment dates for benefits and pensions

November 2025 payment dates for benefits and pensions plus cost of living support - All the essential cost of living information you need in November

Bill Ackman's Bet on Beleaguered Hertz is Up 90% as Stock Jumps 35% After First Profits in Two Years

Hertz Global (Nasdaq: HTZ) shares soared over 36% on Tuesday after posting revenue of $2.5 billion (£1.9 billion) and earnings per diluted share of $0.42 (£0.32)—both positive for the first time in two years. The earnings beat consensus estimates and could indicate that billionaire investor Bill Ackman's bet on the beleaguered company is proving to...

Lloyds Bank warning as people have money put into accounts

Lloyds Bank has warned millions of people

Sony sees profits soar thanks to massive success of Demon Slayer film

Sony sees profits soar thanks to massive success of Demon Slayer anime film - Japanese manufacturing giant anticipates £5.6bn profit after animated movie’s robust performance worldwide

Almost 3,000 high street shops raided in money-laundering crackdown

Barbers and vape stores among 2,700 high street shops raided in money-laundering crackdown - These extensive raids – the UK’s largest ever crackdown of its kind on money laundering – form the second stage of Operation Machinize

Private equity giant triumphs in £2.7bn bidding war for London-listed fund

A Jersey investment group is set to quit the London Stock Exchange after reaching a £2.7bn deal to sell itself to private equity. JTC, which provides back-office services for private equity firms and other investors, will leave the FTSE 250 index after agreeing to a takeover by Permira, the British private equity house. Permira, which controls over...

Here's Why You Should Talk About Money Before Getting Married

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Report: Truth about the Royals' money

Wealth is always relative - even for those who possess vast quantities of it, not to mention three valets and an enviable property portfolio.

Markets surge amid hopes of end to US government shutdown

Markets began the week in buoyant mood following news of a possible end to the longest US government shutdown in history. View on euronews

UK unemployment rises to 5%, the highest level in four years

Unemployment in the UK has risen by more than expected to the highest level in four years, official figures show, amid a worsening slowdown in the jobs market before Rachel Reeves’s autumn budget. With under three weeks to go before the chancellor’s tax and spending statement, figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show the headline unemployment rate rose to 5.0% in the three months to the end of September, up from 4.8% in the...

Germany financial watchdog slaps record fine on JPMorgan of $52 million

By Tom Sims FRANKFURT (Reuters) -Germany's financial watchdog BaFin has imposed its largest-ever fine of 45 million euros ($52.5 million) on Frankfurt-based JPMorgan SE for deficiencies in money-laundering prevention. BaFin said on Thursday that JPMorgan had "systematically" filed so-called suspicious activity reports late in the period from October 2021 though September 2022. JPMorgan has

The world's 21 celebrity billionaires ranked by wealth

From iconic actors to legendary musicians, meet the world's billionaire celebrities.

Why the Wealth Tax Will Never Work - And They Know It

Everyone talks about “taxing the rich,” but no one talks about how impossible it actually is. The people who control the system also control the narrative—and they’re laughing while governments fail. This isn’t about fairness. It’s about power, control, and the illusion of change. Here’s what they don’t want you to understand.

Why ‘green’ finance isn’t always as sustainable as it seems

In the wake of the 2007-08 global financial crisis, green finance has been increasingly celebrated as a way to tackle environmental challenges. Banks, investment funds and insurers have rolled out a growing range of green products, from green bonds to sustainability-linked loans. This momentum is encouraged by international environmental efforts su...

How Musk may spend his $1trn

Tesla shareholders have approved the whopping financial package for the CEO if he hits a series of ambitious targets over the next 10 years.

So Much Car for So Little Money: Buying a Jaguar XK 4.2

The Jaguar XK 4.2 offers classic grand tourer style, V8 performance, and serious value for money. In this video, we take a closer look at what makes it such a tempting buy — and why it might just be one of the best bargains in the used car market.

UK savers pulling cash from pensions ahead of budget, money managers say

By Naomi Rovnick and Iain Withers LONDON (Reuters) -British money managers are reporting a jump in people withdrawing cash from their pensions before this month's budget, amid fears for their tax advantages as the government warns it needs to make "hard choices" to prop up public finances. Most British savers can now receive up to 25% of their pension as a tax-free lump sum. Some experts on

9%+ yields! These high-payout income shares look too good to be true

High yields are the goal when it comes to passive income shares, but not all are reliable. Mark Hartley considers the risks and benefits of two. The post 9%+ yields! These high-payout income shares look too good to be true appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

Women Poised to Benefit from 'Great Wealth Transfer'

Jaime Magyera, BlackRock Managing Director and Head of US Wealth Advisory and Head of Retirement, joins Bloomberg Businessweek Daily to discuss how women are set to inherit or receive wealth as part of a generational 'Great Wealth Transfer.' Magyera discusses when the transfer usually happens, what habits women tend to exercise when it comes to investing, their risk tolerance, philanthropic causes, and more. She speaks with Carol Massar and Matt Miller.

7 Beginner Tips for Easy Investing from Your Sofa

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5,000 Lloyds shares could pay this much passive income…

Ben McPoland considers whether Lloyds shares still offer juicy passive income prospects after the huge bull run since 2020. The post 5,000 Lloyds shares could pay this much passive income… appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

Fed's Daly Warns Against Keeping Rates Too High for Too Long

Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco President Mary Daly said she is focused on inflation and productivity in guiding her assessment of monetary policy and the US economy. She also warned against keeping interest rates too high for too long and discussed historical parallels between the 1970s and the 1990s.

Budget 2025 predictions: When is it and which taxes could Labour raise?

The Treasury is reported to be considering as many as 100 tax changes ahead of the Budget. From pension tax relief to an income tax raid, Rachel Reeves has many options still on the table. Last week the Chancellor has given a televised address laying out what she sees as the “choices the country faces” amid sluggish growth and rising costs. Despite...

AI stock boom delivers bumper quarter for Japan's SoftBank

Japan's SoftBank Group reported Tuesday that net profit more than doubled in the second quarter thanks to a boom in AI-related share prices that has fuelled fears of a market bubble. But that has fed concerns of a market bubble that could eventually burst, like the dot-com boom that imploded at the turn of the millennium.

'How I brought MoneyWeek to the masses'

Launching MoneyWeek gave ordinary investors information – and hence power, says Merryn Somerset Webb

How the Rich Profit From Your Mortgage

In today’s economy, every loan creates money - and every piece of money creates debt. When you take a mortgage, your debt becomes someone else’s asset. The banks don’t just lend money; they create it by tying your future labor to their balance sheet. The result? The rich hold the credit, the middle class holds the debt, and the house is just the illusion that keeps you working for them.

Lloyds Bank update over bonus payments of £50 and £100

Some customers can currently get a £200 payment from Lloyds

Lloyds Bank warning as people see money appear in accounts

Lloyds Bank is urging people to stay vigilant

Around a 10-year high, despite poor Q3 results and the motor finance scandal, what’s going on with Lloyds’ share price?

Lloyds’ share price has reached levels not seen since July 2015, although recent results were poor and it remains mired in a scandal. So what’s happening? The post Around a 10-year high, despite poor Q3 results and the motor finance scandal, what’s going on with Lloyds’ share price? appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

Stimulus Payment November 2025: Which States Could Issue Targeted Relief Cheques Before Year-End

Speculation about the US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issuing relief payments in November has grown, following comments from former President Donald Trump. He suggested he plans to distribute $2,000 (£1,518) stimulus cheques funded by tariffs collected from imports. In September, the US Treasury collected approximately $33 billion (£25 billion) f...

Income Tax Surge Incoming: The Silent Hit to Your Wallet

The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, has hinted at income tax hikes in an effort to address the country’s ongoing financial challenges. However, the proposed changes have sparked concern, particularly among middle and higher earners who would feel the pinch the most. With more details expected in the coming weeks, it’s important for taxpayers to understa...

Spain's lottery sellers urge bigger Christmas jackpot to match inflation

(Reuters) -Spain's lottery sellers have urged the government to raise the price of tickets for the country's traditional Christmas draw and boost the top prize known as the "Fat One" to keep up with inflation, the head of their main association said on Wednesday. Spain is grappling with a cost-of-living squeeze that has pushed up housing and energy costs, eroding disposable income and - lottery

Reporter Blackwell | Wall Street Bonuses Surge Again

Wall Street bonuses are set to climb again as volatility and revived dealmaking boost profits. A Johnson Associates report shows equity traders leading the gains with payouts up as much as 25%, followed by investment bankers and asset managers. Wealth managers will also see double-digit bumps, while real estate lags. Bloomberg's Finance Editor Sally Bakewell joined us to talk about the payday.

If a 50-year-old put £500 a month in S&P 500 shares, here’s what they could have by retirement

By consistently drip-feeding money into S&P 500 stocks, investors can aim to build phenomenal retirement wealth. Zaven Boyrazian explains how. The post If a 50-year-old put £500 a month in S&P 500 shares, here’s what they could have by retirement appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

Four most common scams targeting old people – and how to avoid them

The four most common scams targeting older people – and how to avoid them - Some scammers will even mirror the hold music your bank uses

NS&I raises interest rates on British Savings Bonds – are they any good?

Savers can access inflation-beating rates on NS&I's British Savings Bonds but there are better deals on offer in the wider market.

MONEY POLL: Have you won a Premium Bonds prize before? Vote now

Savers are in line to win cash prizes thanks to National Savings and Investments' (NS&I) Premium Bonds lottery this month, with two luck individuals taking home £1million each. For November 2025, two Premium Bonds holders from Shropshire and York won the top prize with thousands more winning smaller lump sums of cash. As Britons shop around for sav...

Ukrainian oligarchs ordered to pay £2.3bn after eight-year London fraud battle

Two Ukrainian oligarchs have been told to pay $3bn (£2.3bn) in damages to the country’s largest bank following an eight-year fraud battle at London’s High Court. On Monday, Ihor Kolomoisky and Gennadiy Bogolyubov were ordered to repay the funds to state-owned lender PrivatBank after a judge ruled they took part in a “fraud of Byzantine complexity”....

Millions over State Pension age face new tax bills

The full New State Pension could rise by over £570 next year

Getting a Christmas bonus? Here are six ways to make the money work harder for you

After you've treated yourself to something nice, your Christmas bonus could be the starting point for achieving your longer-term goals.

Ukraine's foreign currency reserves hit record high of $49.5 billion

Ukraine's foreign currency reserves amount to $49.5 billion, the highest since the country gained independence from the Soviet Union in 1991, the central bank said on Friday The National Bank of Ukraine said the reserve amount, calculated as of November 1, is sufficient to cover more than five months of imports. In October, the reserves increased b...

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Dutch bank ING plans 1.1 billion euro buyback as Q3 profit beats expectations

(Reuters) -Dutch international lender ING Groep said on Thursday it would launch a 1.1 billion euro ($1.3 billion) share buyback after it beat market expectations for third-quarter earnings, supported by strong growth in fee income and customer lending. The group, which serves around 40 million consumers, corporate clients and financial institutions around the world, said its net profit fell 5%

I’ve run a UK business for 11 years, but I’ll move to Greece if taxes rise

Small business owner Lewis Crompton, 36, says he will leave the UK if certain taxes increase on 26 November

Ukraine's anti-graft agency alleges $100 million energy kickback scheme

By Max Hunder KYIV (Reuters) -Ukraine's anti-corruption bureau said it was investigating the country's energy sector on Monday, alleging a $100 million kickback scheme involving the state nuclear power company. The state agency, which operates independently of the Ukrainian government, announced the investigation as Ukraine braces for winter with its power sector under frequent fire from Russia

New bond paying 8.25pc interest launched – should you buy it?

A new bond has launched offering savers annual interest of 8.25pc – more than double the rate of inflation. Thanks to the new “retail bond”, which pays the equivalent of an annual 8.25pc until its maturity in November 2030, investors have a chance to outstrip any savings rate currently available. This rate is far higher than the current best five-y...

UK Banks Slash Mortgage Rates Before Key Bank of England Vote — Analysts Predict Shock 0.25% Cut

The Bank of England's (BOE) official bank rate remains at 4%, but a change is anticipated following the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting scheduled for 6 November 2026. In a strategic move ahead of this pivotal decision, several of the UK's major banks have already begun slashing mortgage rates, sparking what analysts are calling a 'mortgage ...

Trump wants to pay US citizens $2,000 each

US President Donald Trump says the government will pay most citizens a "dividend" of at least $2,000 each, in a post on his Truth Social platform on Sunday. Only high-income citizens are to be excluded, he wrote, without specifying income levels or a timeline. Trump's post comes nearly a week after Democrats scored gains across the country in numer...

MoneyWeek experts pick the best investments for the next 25 years

MoneyWeek's experts predict the best investments for the next quarter-century. Tips range from defence and agriculture to Vietnam and Jardine Matheson