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WASPI call for compensation 'plan' gathers MP support in Parliament

MPs from across the political spectrum have backed a plan to finally sort compensation for those affected by the WASPI saga

Taylor Swift surpasses Rihanna as world’s richest female musician

Pop superstar Taylor Swift surpasses Rihanna and is also reportedly the second richest musician in the world after Jay-Z. View on euronews

I'm about to inherit £200,000, what should I do with it?

In a few months I'm due an inheritance of £200,000 from my dad's estate and I have no idea what to do with it.

Rachel Reeves to decide by Wednesday whether to change fiscal rules

Rachel Reeves must decide by Wednesday whether to change the government’s fiscal rules to potentially unlock up to £57bn in additional spending on infrastructure at this month’s budget. Sources close to the Treasury said the chancellor would need to make a decision before submitting the “major measures” for her tax and spending event on 30 October to the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR). The Treasury has set a Wednesday internal deadline...

Britain to suffer biggest exodus of millionaires in the world

Britain is set to suffer the biggest exodus of millionaires in the world ahead of the Government’s planned raid on non-doms, analysis has found. The share of the population who are millionaires is expected to plunge by 20pc over the course of this Parliament, from 4.55pc now to 3.62pc over the next five years, according to an Adam Smith Institute a...

What is considered a good salary? European capitals compared

A good salary can vary widely depending on an individual's profession, education, and personal expectations. Euronews Business takes a closer look at what constitutes a good salary across major European capitals. View on euronews

Money won’t make you happy but your personality will, study finds

Money and other life circumstances are far less important to life satisfaction than personality is, according to a new study. In one of the most comprehensive studies on the topic, experts found that 80 per cent of the differences in people’s general life satisfaction could be traced back to their personalities, while individual life circumstances ...

Direct debit vs standing order: What’s the difference?

With modern-day life becoming increasingly cashless, everything from your household bills and TV streaming to charity payments can be made via an automated payment straight from your bank account, with direct debits and standing orders being the most common. According to GoCardless, an automated payment service, 90pc of British adults have at least...

Martin Lewis issues urgent warning to pensioners born after 1951 to earn £5,400

Martin Lewis has issued a warning to state pensioners born after 1951 about a beneficial strategy that could earn you £5,400 - and you only have until 5 April 2025 to act

Equinor buys 9.8% stake in Orsted valued at $2.5 billion

OSLO (Reuters) -Norway's Equinor has bought a 9.8% stake valued at around $2.5 billion in renewable energy group Orsted, it said on Monday, making it the second largest shareholder after the Danish government. Orsted's share price rose on the news, trading 3.4% higher at 1103 GMT, while Equinor's shares fell by 1.9%. An Orsted spokesperson declined to comment. Equinor said it had a long-term

What is pension credit, and how do you claim it?

Pension credit has been thrust into the spot because claiming it is now the only way to qualify for the Winter Fuel Payment. Under Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ controversial plan, only households with someone over state pension age (66 and older) and in receipt of pension credit will now be eligible for the Winter Fuel Payment. In the 2023-24 tax year...

5.6% dividend yield forecast! 1 UK share I’d buy in October and hold for 10+ years

This little-known biotech group has hiked its dividend yield for 10 years in a row, and forecasts suggest this trend will continue through 2026! The post 5.6% dividend yield forecast! 1 UK share I’d buy in October and hold for 10+ years appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

Up 40%, can the Lloyds share price keep rising?

Although the Lloyds share price has soared 40% in a year, this writer thinks it still looks potentially cheap. So, is he ready to buy? The post Up 40%, can the Lloyds share price keep rising? appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

Supreme Court rejects appeal from ‘Pharma Bro’ Martin Shkreli

Supreme Court rejects appeal from ‘Pharma Bro’ Martin Shkreli - The Supreme Court on Monday rejected an appeal from Martin Shkreli, who was once dubbed “Pharma Bro” after jacking up the price of a lifesaving drug

Why the coins in your pocket make you a Roman

“This is two thousand years old,” my father reminded me as he placed the small silver disc in the palm of my hand. It was still gleaming, cool to the touch, no bigger than a penny. My young mind could not possibly comprehend such an expanse of time. This coin was older than both world wars, older than Shakespeare, and had already existed for a mill...

Want to Move to Italy? What to Consider Financially

Once you've decided that you and Italy are compatible, you'll want to work out your tax planning, investments, retirement accounts and benefits.

How much money are kids earning from lucrative side hustles?

How much money are kids earning from lucrative side hustles? - New research reveals how budding young entrepreneurs are being ‘smarter than ever’ with money.

Sterling drops versus euro and dollar, geopolitics in focus

By Stefano Rebaudo (Reuters) - Sterling dropped versus the euro and the dollar on Monday, with geopolitical risks and central banks' monetary policy path still in focus. The pound recorded its biggest daily fall last week since April after Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey was quoted as saying the central bank might move more aggressively to lower borrowing costs. Analysts said Bailey's

Pound drops while oil prices soar in choppy day for global markets

Pound drops while oil prices soar in choppy day for global markets - Banks and oil giants were helping lift the FTSE 100 on Monday, which moved up 22.99 points, or 0.28%, to close at 8,303.62.

F1 agrees stunning $1billion deal and big change to future podiums

F1 agrees stunning $1billion deal and big change to future podiums - The sport’s changing demographic and growth in America has seen LVMH agree a deal with F1

Mars bar maker pays huge £600m dividend after UK success

The UK arm of Mars Wrigley, which makes the likes of Mars bars and Skittles, has paid out a huge dividend of £600m after a bumper financial year. The business, which has UK manufacturing sites in Slough and Plymouth, has significantly upped its dividend for 2023, after also paying out £115m in 2022. The dividend [...]

50 Years Ago, Women Won Equal Access to Credit

Until U.S. women won equal access to credit, they often couldn't buy a home or own a credit card without a male cosigner.

From loss to profit: Ticketmaster UK's financial turnaround pre-Oasis reunion tour

The UK operation of Ticketmaster has swung back into the black after the business helped to ticket Oasis' reunion tour earlier this year

Britain's FTSE 100 rises as oil price jump boosts energy shares

By Shubham Batra and Khushi Singh (Reuters) -Britain's benchmark FTSE 100 index rose on Monday, boosted by gains in energy shares and a softer labour market report, though losses in precious metal miners kept gains in check. The blue-chip FTSE 100 rose 0.3%, while the mid-cap FTSE 250 edged 0.2% lower. Oil and gas shares led sectoral gains, with a 2% advance as oil prices extended a rally

‘I’m 66, divorced and enjoy the finer things – how can I boost my £220k pension?’

Recently divorced Jacqueline Beaumont is primed for a £220,000 pension settlement. What to do with the six-figure sum, however, is proving hard to nail down. The 66-year-old, who has aspirations of travelling in her retirement, is vying for short-term returns that can uphold her standard of living. With a state pension worth around £11,500 a year a...

Struggling with numbers was the first warning sign of my brother’s dementia

T-shirts that last and the world’s best jeans: 50 autumn wardrobe updates under £100 (some are even free)

Putting this together has been a joy. I love a bargain. I love a styling trick that makes old clothes feel new. I love finding something that looks expensive but isn’t. And I delight in sharing those finds with other style lovers. Almost everything is under £100. Now, £100 is a lot of money. But the point of this list is not to give you the cheapest possible option in any category because a list of shoddily constructed, unethically produced buys...

Where will your tips go now - and what is a tronc? The new tipping law's winners and losers

Legislation that came into force last week will mean that all tips will need to be given to employees monthly, but what will this mean in practice?

Norway to raise wealth fund spending to $43 billion in 2025

OSLO (Reuters) - Norway's minority government said on Monday it plans to raise spending in 2025 from the country's $1.8 trillion sovereign wealth fund to pay for public expenses, with elections for parliament due in September of next year. The government of Labour and the Centre Party proposed withdrawing 460.1 billion Norwegian crowns ($43.1 billion) from the fund in 2025, up from a revised

Adani Group in talks to buy Heidelberg's Indian cement operations, paper says

BENGALURU (Reuters) -The Adani Group is in talks to buy the Indian cement operations of Germany's Heidelberg Materials in a deal that could be worth about $1.2 billion, the Economic Times newspaper said on Monday, citing people familiar with the matter. Led by billionaire Gautam Adani, the group entered India's cement industry in 2022 by buying Holcim's local units and has made a string of

How to visit Las Vegas on a budget: the 11 things to watch out for

With budget airline Norse Atlantic launching its new London to Las Vegas route, it’s become cheaper than ever to visit Sin City – with return prices starting from £299. But while cheap flights are always welcome – at least for those of us prepared to slum it a bit in the sky – Las Vegas isn’t exactly the ideal break for those on a tight budget. Whi...

How perceived benefits and risks affect public willingness to pay for healthcare

Healthcare is undoubtedly crucial for everyone. As individuals age, the risk for health issues and related expenses increases. Consequently, many countries have universal healthcare systems, primarily funded through tax and insurance, to ensure access to essential healthcare services. However, t...

Average UK savings by age revealed – see how you compare

11 things which cost less than £1 in 1994 – and how much they are now

Retail titans urge Chancellor to cut business rates by a fifth

More than 70 high street bosses called on the Rachel reeves to cut retail property taxes amid fears of shop closures.

How can I talk to my partner about money without an argument?

How can I talk to my partner about money without an argument? - Relationship and family therapist, Deborah Hill, helps tackle the issue.

With a spare £300, here are 2 top dividend shares I’m thinking of buying now

Jon Smith runs through a couple of dividend shares that have yields above 5% and share price gains of at least 11% over the past year. The post With a spare £300, here are 2 top dividend shares I’m thinking of buying now appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

20 celebrities who have made bank as business owners

Being famous doesn't always mean you're rich, but these 20 celebrities are both. And they didn't just earn money from their talent. They're also very successful business owners.

I spent £50 on hair clips and now have a six-figure business

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New analysis suggests national debt could increase under Harris, but it would surge under Trump

New analysis suggests national debt could increase under Harris, but it would surge under Trump - No one is likely to be happy with the projected higher deficits laid out in a new analysis of Kamala Harris’ and Donald Trump’s economic plans

10 highest-paying side hustles and how much they can earn you

3 steps to turn a £20k ISA into a £5,418 yearly second income

With these three steps, out writer reckons he could earn a second income of over £5,000 annually in future by investing a £20k ISA now. The post 3 steps to turn a £20k ISA into a £5,418 yearly second income appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

London City Airport reports £6.6m profit, marking a return to pre-pandemic financial health

The hub has reported a pre-tax profit of £6.6m for 2023, according to newly-filed accounts with Companies House, having made a loss of £1.1m in the prior 12 months

Let's Buy a Car! | Teacher Resources | Financial Literacy | Khan Academy

Meet Wally. He wants to buy a car! Unfortunately, Wally is the most gullible man alive, and he'll fall for every trick in the car dealer's book. Follow along, so you don't follow his example! Courses on Khan Academy are always 100% free. Start practicing—and saving your progress—now! https://www.khanacademy.org/college-careers-more/financial-literacy/xa6995ea67a8e9fdd:teacher-resources/xa6995ea67a8e9fdd:about-this-unit-investments-and-retirement/v/the-case-of-the-early-bird Khan Academy is a nonprofit organization with the mission of providing a free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere. We offer quizzes, questions, instructional videos, and articles on a range of academic subjects, including math, biology, chemistry, physics, history, economics, finance, grammar, preschool learning, and more. We provide teachers with tools and data so they can help their students develop the skills, habits, and mindsets for success in school and beyond. Khan Academy has been translated into dozens of languages, and 15 million people around the globe learn on Khan Academy every month. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we would love your help! Donate or volunteer today! Donate here: https://www.khanacademy.org/donate?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=desc Volunteer here: https://www.khanacademy.org/contribute?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=desc All music and sound effects are either Creative Commons 0 or own work.

5 Exclusive Money Plant Home Decoration Guide | Indoor Money plant Design Ideas//GREEN PLANTS

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Britain’s employers and staff pay more tax on earnings than Germany

British workers and businesses now pay more tax on their earnings than Germans following a series of stealth raids and tax hikes, official data show. Taxes on income, profits and capital gains paid by individuals and corporations in the UK rose to the equivalent of 13.3pc of the economy in 2022, amid fears that Rachel Reeves will push the burden ev...

First-time buyers pay extra £9.5k as house prices soar towards record high

Cheaper interest rates are helping more home buyers but affordability still stretched for many

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I am a higher rate tax payer. Can the additional tax relief be claimed or is it calculated at the basic rate which is my son's rate of tax?

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Riches vs Wealth: A Cautionary Tale From 'The Hobbit'

The story of dwarven king Thorin Oakenshield in J.R.R. Tolkien's classic novel perfectly illustrates how the relentless pursuit of wealth can undermine the fulfilling experience of true riches.