Fears empty restaurant TikTok trend could last
Friday, January 17,2025,22:31
There are fears that tax and wage rises mean restaurants and bars will be quieter than usual all year. .. read more..
FTSE 100 tops 8,500 to hit new record on hopes of rate cuts to boost flat eco...
Friday, January 17,2025,20:56
The new all-time closing high came on the back of a weaker pound, which was trading at $1.22 against the dollar, and expectations of further interest rate cuts. .. read more..
US Supreme Court upholds TikTok ban law
Friday, January 17,2025,19:57
A law passed last year requires TikTok's Chinese parent company to sell the video platform or face a ban. .. read more..
How much money are homeowners now making when they sell? This is Money podcast
Friday, January 17,2025,18:12
How much homeowners are making when they come to sell up is shrinking - new data shows home-selling profits are at its lowest point for nearly a decade. .. read more..
Three fund ideas for 2025: Expert picks on bonds, US shares and why a bit of ...
Friday, January 17,2025,18:04
Hargreaves Lansdown's experts have picked funds that they think should do well through the year ahead. Simon Lambert gets the lowdown. .. read more..
Best cash Isa rates 2025: Our pick of the five top deals
Friday, January 17,2025,17:05
We pick our five favourite cash Isas for savers. This is essential reading to help you choose a top savings account for your money that can also protect you from tax. .. read more..
Virgin Media announces price rises in unwelcome message to broadband and TV c...
Friday, January 17,2025,17:03
Virgin Media has announced prices will rise for broadband and TV customers with the exact amount changing depending when you signed up. .. read more..
BT announces new price rises with exact date in message to all customers
Friday, January 17,2025,16:59
BT has announced price rises in a message to all customers including broadband and mobile. .. read more..
Cash Isa battle sees Trading 212 hike best rate TWICE in one week - how to ba...
Friday, January 17,2025,16:58
Trading 212's double hike this week comes as an easy access cash Isa battle has been reignited, with rival Plum having also raised its rate to 5.06 per cent. .. read more..
FTSE 100 stocks just set a new record!
Friday, January 17,2025,16:30
Against a backdrop of sluggish economic growth, the index of FTSE 100 stocks hit an all-time high today (17 January). Our writer looks at what’s going on. The post FTSE 100 stocks just set a new record! appeared first on The Motley Fool UK . .. read more..
Shock drop in shop sales adds to worries over UK economy
Friday, January 17,2025,16:07
Sales unexpectedly fell last month, due to a poor December for food sales in supermarkets. .. read more..
Everyman suffers box office slump as Joker sequel disappoints
Friday, January 17,2025,16:03
Shares in the cinema chain plummeted 12.2 per cent to 44.3p by the late afternoon, taking their losses over the past year to around 28 per cent. .. read more..
I'm a global fund manager and here's where I would invest now
Friday, January 17,2025,15:59
James Knoedler, portfolio manager of the Evenlode Global Equity funds shares his thoughts on Nvidia, Mastercard, gold and Bitcoin. .. read more..
IMF warns on Trump's plans but upgrades UK outlook
Friday, January 17,2025,15:57
Trump's policies could benefit the US, but not the rest of the world, the IMF says .. read more..
‘There are options’ pension expert shares hope for savers amid inheritance ta...
Friday, January 17,2025,15:49
Pensions are losing their inheritance tax-free status, but Brits don't have to fall victim as one expert shared the ‘key first step'. .. read more..
SMALL CAP MOVERS: Fiinu agrees AI deal with UK bank
Friday, January 17,2025,15:33
Gloomy economic data did little to suppress London stocks this week, as a bumper performance across the board saw a heap of winners .. read more..
When will EV charge pricing be shown on signs at petrol stations?
Friday, January 17,2025,15:23
When will EV charging stations have live pricing in the same way fuel stations do? And how do you know how much a charge will cost? Here's our guide to EV charging pricing. .. read more..
3 mistakes to avoid when looking for shares to buy
Friday, January 17,2025,15:17
Christopher Ruane explains a trio of mistakes he has learnt to try and avoid when looking for shares to buy for his portfolio. The post 3 mistakes to avoid when looking for shares to buy appeared first on The Motley Fool UK . .. read more..
Triple lock branded 'unfair' as replacement three-year model proposed
Friday, January 17,2025,15:13
Opposition leader Kemi Badenoch spoke this week about changing to a 'means-tested' approach. .. read more..
IMF warns Trump's plans could backfire on the US
Friday, January 17,2025,15:04
Trump's policies could benefit the US, but not the rest of the world, the IMF says .. read more..
Major UK stock index closes on record high
Friday, January 17,2025,14:19
The UK's benchmark stock index has reached another record high. .. read more..
UK's main stock index closes at record high
Friday, January 17,2025,14:19
The UK's benchmark stock index has reached an all-time high. .. read more..
UK's main stock index closes at all-time high
Friday, January 17,2025,14:19
The UK's benchmark stock index has reached an all-time high. .. read more..
IMF warns Trump economic policy threatens global disruption
Friday, January 17,2025,14:09
Trump's policies could benefit the US, but not the rest of the world, the IMF says .. read more..
Backlash against Freetrade deal intensifies as chief executive posts on inves...
Friday, January 17,2025,14:05
Chief executive Nebehej posted: 'I appreciate that for many of you who backed us after our Series B this means that your investment is being realised at a loss.' .. read more..
WASPI pensioner blasts Labour Government as she feels 'stabbed in the back'
Friday, January 17,2025,13:59
Colleen Webster struggled to get a job and had to live on benefits for many years as she waited for her State Pension. .. read more..
Why has the FTSE 100 just reached a new daytime high?
Friday, January 17,2025,13:32
We're just a few weeks into 2025, and the FTSE 100 is already setting new records in spite of our challenging economic environment. The post Why has the FTSE 100 just reached a new daytime high? appeared first on The Motley Fool UK . .. read more..
DFS on track to double profits - but furniture demand remains 'subdued'
Friday, January 17,2025,13:28
The furniture retailer now forecasts profits for the six months ending 29 December to be around £16million to £17million, a gain of between £7million and £8million on the same period last year. .. read more..
Quirky 'side hustle' can earn you up to £665 per job
Friday, January 17,2025,13:19
Nearly half of Britons have turned to a job on the side to boost their income, new research shows. .. read more..
Savers issued 'act now' warning as 'leaky tap' inflation threatens to 'drain'...
Friday, January 17,2025,13:16
Some savings accounts are still offering interest rates "well above" inflation, an expert has said. .. read more..
Mortgage rules could be eased to boost loans
Friday, January 17,2025,13:08
The £100 limit on contactless cards could also be scrapped, as regulators respond to the prime minister's plea. .. read more..
Banks could offer more large mortgages as Labour urges regulators to relax rules
Friday, January 17,2025,13:01
Proposed rule changes could help first-time buyers borrow more, but also mean higher mortgage payments and greater risk. .. read more..
Angel City FC founder eyes stake in Chelsea women's team
Friday, January 17,2025,12:44
One of the co-founders of Angel City Football Club, the American National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) outfit, is plotting a transatlantic swoop that would see her investment vehicle buying a stake in Chelsea FC's women's team. .. read more..
Can Rolls-Royce shares soar further in 2025?
Friday, January 17,2025,12:41
Ken Hall takes a look at Rolls-Royce shares after a stellar few years. Can the aerospace and defence group's valuation continue to climb this year? The post Can Rolls-Royce shares soar further in 2025? appeared first on The Motley Fool UK . .. read more..
Can first-time buyers still buy a home before stamp duty jumps on 1 April?
Friday, January 17,2025,12:41
First-time buyers are rushing to buy homes before the thresholds change on 1 April. We asked experts how they can give themselves the best chance. .. read more..
Apple suspends error-strewn AI generated news alerts
Friday, January 17,2025,12:40
The tech giant was facing pressure to pull the feature after it made repeated mistakes summarising headlines. .. read more..
Rachel Reeves eyes move to water down mortgage rules
Friday, January 17,2025,12:34
A thriving property market and sales offer benefits to the wider economy because of associated spending on furniture and home improvements. .. read more..
Polestar 7 confirmed - and it'll be a premium compact SUV EV
Friday, January 17,2025,12:27
Scandi EV brand Polestar has confirmed it will be launching a premium compact SUV EV, joining the fastest growing and most profitable market segment. .. read more..
Martin Lewis says ‘save £1,000’ a year with ‘forgotten utility’
Friday, January 17,2025,12:12
Martin Lewis says looking at your water bills, the 'forgotten utility', could save you up to £1,000 a year. .. read more..
Shock drop in shop sales adds to fears over UK economy
Friday, January 17,2025,11:57
Sales unexpectedly fell last month, due to a poor December for food sales in supermarkets. .. read more..
Martin Lewis urges AA, RAC, Sky and EE customers to get money off bills now
Friday, January 17,2025,11:56
Martin Lewis revealed that the AA, RAC, EE and Sky are among the best companies to haggle with to get money off their bills. .. read more..
HMRC warning as strikes hit tax office on day of major deadline
Friday, January 17,2025,11:54
Strike action will hit HMRC on the date of a major tax deadline in January. .. read more..
Our daughter won't be able to afford to live in our house after we die - what...
Friday, January 17,2025,10:58
My daughter, her partner, child and baby due this spring live with us as they cannot afford to rent or buy somewhere. Lawyer Rachel Waller tackles the issue. .. read more..
Shock drop in shop sales adds to fears over economy
Friday, January 17,2025,10:57
Sales unexpectedly fell last month, due to a poor December for food sales in supermarkets. .. read more..
Revealed: How much an adult child living at home costs you per year (and how ...
Friday, January 17,2025,10:49
No rent, food magically appearing in the fridge and washing done on demand - it's little wonder some adult children choose to stay in the family home. .. read more..
Common mistake costing homeowners thousands, expert warns
Friday, January 17,2025,10:47
Ignoring what should be a routine update in your home could be dropping your property's value and upping your monthly bills .. read more..
What on earth is going on with the Diageo share price in 2025?
Friday, January 17,2025,10:45
With Diageo's share price getting off to a poor start in 2025, this Fool wonders if now's the time for him to throw in the towel on this FTSE 100 stock. The post What on earth is going on with the Diageo share price in 2025? appeared first on The Motley Fool UK . .. read more..
Mortgage rules under review to get economy moving
Friday, January 17,2025,10:42
The £100 limit on contactless cards could also be scrapped, as regulators respond to the prime minister's plea. .. read more..
Santander, HSBC, TSB and Leeds Building Society mortgage rate hikes explained
Friday, January 17,2025,10:39
The budget has fuelled the turmoil amid claims higher taxes and wages in Britain will push up inflation by more than previously anticipated. .. read more..
Shock drop in retail sales adds to fears over economy
Friday, January 17,2025,10:15
Retail sales unexpectedly fell by 0.3% last month, due to a poor December for supermarkets. .. read more..