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Elon Musk's net worth surges $3B in a day to $491B after SpaceX eyes $30B IPO

Elon Musk's net worth could soar to $1 trillion (£750.6 billion) by 2033, according to reports, as the first of two vesting dates for his $1 trillion pay package approaches. His wealth remains closely linked to Tesla, alongside ventures such as xAI and SpaceX. According to The Forbes Billionaire List, Musk's net worth increased by $3.1 billion (£2....

5,223 shares of this high-yield dividend star pay an income equal to the State Pension

Zaven Boyrazian explores a leading dividend stock in the FTSE 100 and calculates how many shares investors have to buy to match the State Pension. The post 5,223 shares of this high-yield dividend star pay an income equal to the State Pension appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

Yorkshire Building Society warning: 'Millions miss out' on £1k Christmas savings boost

Yorkshire Building Society is revealing how "millions are missing out" on a more than £1,000 savings boost which can be used to pay for expensive Christmas shopping and presents. British families are dramatically scaling back their festive expenditure this year, with average planned Christmas spending falling sharply from £774 to just £596 per hous...

After June war with Israel, Iranians seek portable wealth as hedge against falling currency

After June war with Israel, Iranians seek portable wealth as hedge against falling currency - Iranians are turning to gold as a trusted hedge against inflation, sanctions and a weakening rial currency

A tiny elite controls the lion's share of global wealth and power, says report

FILE - Dollar bills. 3 April 2019.

Security analysis of major global banknotes

Find out which countries have the most and least counterfeited currencies, and the measures banks take to stop fake cash entering circulation.

How billionaires got richer while everyone else paid the price

When the government printed hundreds of billions, the wealth didn’t trickle down - it flowed straight up. The video exposes how the super-rich use crises to expand their ownership of homes, land, and resources ordinary people depend on. As assets soar, regular families face lower wages and impossible housing markets. Gary Stevenson lays out exactly how the system is engineered to benefit the top. This is the reality behind the headlines...

This is the age you should start teaching your kids about money

Here's something that might surprise you: you should start teaching your kids about money around age three. Yes, three. Not when they're begging for the latest gaming console at ten, or when they're filling out college applications at seventeen. By age three, children can already grasp basic concepts like waiting, choosing, and the idea that things cost money. Money habits form early, which means if you're waiting until your kid can do long...

Hairspray makes money fly?

A wild visual trick where a banknote seems to jump or float from one hand to the other after being sprayed with hairspray. The effect looks impossible and reacts just like real magic—perfect for fooling friends and grabbing attention in seconds.

Rate cuts are coming – thanks to Reeves and her job-destroying budget

Interest rates are coming down and Rachel Reeves believes she deserves the credit. “The previous government took taxes to a record high and saw interest rates go through the roof. We have returned stability to the economy, which has enabled the Bank of England to cut interest rates five times,” the Chancellor told MPs this week. She described lower...

Brits urged to check wallets now for rare bank notes worth thousands of pounds

Check your wallets now as you could be sitting on a fortune without even realising it with these bank notes. A handful of £5 and £10 notes have been selling for thousands of pounds due to one detail

The definitive ranking of the world's highest-paid actors

From Brad Pitt to Dwayne Johnson, discover which movie star earned the most in 2024.

This is the lie that keeps the middle class broke

They told you to chase money, to save, to invest — but never to question what money really is. The truth is, money isn’t wealth; it’s a control system. While ordinary people obsess over numbers in an account, the elite quietly accumulate real resources — land, power, and ownership. This video exposes how the obsession with money blinds men to the real game being played, and why the rich want you distracted chasing illusions.

How much could a £20k stocks and shares ISA earn in the next 10 years?

Discover how to target a cash-bulging ISA after just 10 years of investing -- and a global stocks portfolio for market-beating returns. The post How much could a £20k Stocks and Shares ISA earn in the next 10 years? appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

How to start investing: A beginner’s guide

Getting started in investing is a great way to make your money work harder for you over the long term, as investments tend to outperform cash savings

Lululemon stock surge: $1B buyback and CEO exit allegedly protects consumers

Lululemon Athletica (Nasdaq: LULU), renowned for its premium leggings and athleisure, reported late Thursday a 7% increase in revenue for fiscal Q3 to $2.6 billion (£1.9 billion). However, diluted earnings per share declined to $2.59 (£1.94) from $2.87 (£2.14) a year earlier. CFO Meghan Frank attributed the better-than-expected revenue and EPS to t...

Should I save or invest? Martin Lewis issues key advice

Should I save or invest? Martin Lewis issues key advice -

Bank of England: Rachel Reeves's budget will cut inflation by up to 0.5%

The Bank of England deputy governor has told MPs that Rachel Reeves's November Budget is set to push down price rises. Clare Lombardelli appeared before the Treasury committee, where she said the Chancellor's fiscal measures would reduce inflation by between 0.4 per cent and 0.5 per cent from the second quarter of 2026. She said the fall would be d...

Top investment scams to beware of

Fraudsters are finding ever more sophisticated ways of stealing your hard-earned money. Before parting with a penny, read our guide on the top investment scams and how to avoid them

Americans to get up to $2000 in refunds, says treasury head

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has announced that millions of American households can expect to receive tax refund cheques of up to $2,000 (£1,500) in early 2026 as a result of President Donald Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill'. The refunds, which Bessent estimates will total between $100 billion and $150 billion (£75 billion and £112 billion),...

401(k) millionaires surge, leaving you asking 'Where's my $1 million?'

The number of Americans with seven-figure retirement accounts has reached an all-time high, yet many of these newly minted millionaires say they still clip coupons and avoid delivery fees. The contradiction raises an uncomfortable question: if a million dollars no longer guarantees a millionaire lifestyle, what does it actually take? For savers sti...

Dollar choppy as risk-off mood, dovish Fed unsettle markets

By Rae Wee SINGAPORE, Dec 11 (Reuters) - The dollar found some support on Thursday from a broad risk-off mood in markets, but failed to recoup most of its losses after the Federal Reserve delivered a less hawkish outlook than some had anticipated. Investors dumped risk assets like stocks and cryptocurrencies after disappointing earnings from U.S. cloud computing giant Oracle reignited fears that

How to get a free £200 in time for Christmas by switching bank account

Two banks are offering current account switching deals which would see a cash bonus land before Christmas.

How moving £340 from Christmas spending could boost pension pot by £81,000

Ranking the world's richest people

The combined net worth of the top ten individuals totals £1.829 trillion.

8 surprising celebs richer than Meghan Markle - and number 7 will shock you

Plenty of famous faces are far richer than Meghan Markle.

7 money languages and what they say about love

Do you have a scarcity mindset, or are you protecting your privacy?

Fashion retailer Club L London reports record £14m profit with £3.7m dividend

Accounts follow acquisition of Lavish Alice earlier this year

How to get a $1m American gold card – or pay $5m for huge tax perks

President Donald Trump has unveiled his gold and platinum cards, which offer purchasers residency and – for a higher price – substantial tax benefits. The Gold Card costs $1m (£740,554), while the platinum card costs $5m. They work much like golden visas available in countries worldwide. The gold-coloured card features his portrait and signature, a...

Asian benchmarks mostly decline as investors anticipate US rate cut

Asian benchmarks mostly decline as investors anticipate US rate cut - Asian shares are mostly lower, trading in a narrow range ahead of a Federal Reserve meeting that’s expected to result in the third cut to interest rates this year

55,555 shares of this rising penny stock unlock a £1,000 passive income

This rare penny stock not only offers a 4.1% dividend yield but has also skyrocketed by 92% since the start of 2025. Can it deliver more growth in 2026? The post 55,555 shares of this rising penny stock unlock a £1,000 passive income appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

Italy’s banking clash: MPS, Mediobanca, and their billionaire backers

Although the EU is pushing for greater banking consolidation in Europe, the reality in Italy is proving complicated. View on euronews

Barclays’ share price soars 63% this year, but is it still a bargain?

Barclays’ stock has surged in 2025, yet valuation models suggest huge potential may remain. So, is this FTSE 100 star still hiding untapped value? The post Barclays’ share price soars 63% this year, but is it still a bargain? appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

HSBC to pay about $300 million to settle French tax probe, Bloomberg News reports

Dec 10 (Reuters) - HSBC Holdings is preparing to pay around $300 million to settle a French criminal probe into its alleged role in the “Cum-Cum” tax scandal, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter. Cum-Cum trades involve foreign investors temporarily transferring shares in French companies to local tax-exempt entities, such as domestic banks, around dividend

Schneider Electric unveils $4 billion share buyback, pumps up margin forecast

By Gianluca Lo Nostro and Leo Marchandon Dec 11 (Reuters) - France's Schneider Electric plans a share repurchase programme of up to 3.5 billion euros ($4.1 billion) through 2030, its first in nearly three years, and aims to increase its adjusted core profit margin in the same period, it said on Thursday. In a statement published ahead of an investor day event in London, the industrial group said

Average savings by age: How much should I have in savings?

We look at how much the average person has in their savings at each stage of life, and how much you should be stashing away to keep pace.

The world's most profitable companies, ranked

Revealing the true global profit powerhouses.

Millions with cash saved to get recommendation from banks on investing

Millions with cash savings to get recommendations from banks on investing under ‘game-changing’ regime - The government-backed scheme could see firms direct customers towards better financial returns

How much do you need to earn to affordthe averagerent?

Rental growth is slowing and making rents more affordable for tenants, but what hwo much do you need to earn to afford the average UK rent?

£10,000 invested in Greggs shares 5 years ago would have generated this much in dividends

Those who invested in Greggs shares five years ago have seen little share price growth. However, the dividends have been good. The post £10,000 invested in Greggs shares 5 years ago would have generated this much in dividends… appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

33p penny stock Made Tech could be set for huge gains in 2026, if City analysts are right

This penny stock just experienced a sharp move higher. However, analysts reckon that there are plenty more gains to come in the next year or so. The post 33p penny stock Made Tech could be set for huge gains in 2026, if City analysts are right appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

Gen Z couples 'most likely to argue about finances and keep money secrets'

Hidden bank accounts, secret purchases and misrepresenting income were among the secrets being kept under wraps, Starling Bank said.

Powerball jackpot jumps to $875 million - the second biggest this year

Powerball jackpot jumps to $875 million - the second biggest this year - Four people purchased tickets which netted them $1 million during Saturday’s prize draw - but the big prize is still up for grabs

Pension savers to get access to top City money managers

Pension savers will be able to access to top City money managers under pro-growth reforms being considered by the City watchdog. Nikhil Rathi, the chief executive of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), said in a letter to Sir Keir Starmer, the Prime Minister, that the regulator planned to overhaul a cap on pension management charges to potential...

Oracle AI reality check knocks stocks, Fed cut saps dollar

By Marc Jones LONDON, Dec 11 (Reuters) - World stocks stalled on Thursday as cloud computing giant Oracle sounded a warning for AI profitability, while bonds were firm and the dollar nursed losses after the U.S. Federal Reserve cut interest rates for a third meeting running. Despite the Fed relief, many heavyweight Asian and European markets were left struggling after Oracle reignited jitters

Mortgage rates plunge at Barclays: Could you benefit from this drop?

This development follows a period of rising mortgage rates, where many UK borrowers have faced affordability pressures. With the end of the year approaching and the potential for further cuts on the horizon, mortgage advisors and homeowners alike are paying close attention to these changes, eager to secure the most competitive deals available. Barc...

BBC's £3k alert to anyone using 'pay later' schemes as accounts 'drained'

Louise Minchin said 'persistent' attempts are being made at Brits shop online in the lead-up to Christmas - but there are some red flags to easily spot crooks

How Marvel executed its financial leap to billions

From its early comic book days to the MCU, here's how Marvel built a multibillion-dollar business empire.

Major building society launches 'competitive' savings interest rate before Bank of England decision

Skipton Building Society has launched anew savings product aimed at customers seeking both "competitive" returns and flexibility with a strong interest rate attached. The Bonus Saver account delivers a variable interest rate of four per cent, which incorporates a fixed bonus of 1.70 per cent guaranteed for the initial 12-month period. The account i...

Why now is the best time to lock in cash ISAs and savings account rates

Experts warn savers the most attractive deals on the market are unlikely to stay there for long