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Volkswagen unveils new ID.Cross EV amidst huge company cutbacks and threat of 100k job losses

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Given the recent news regarding its current financial predicament and plans to axe half its models, it's somewhat odd timing that VW would unveil a new electric vehicle. But it has...

Nationwide and Barclays among first to up mortgage rates as conflict in Iran raises inflation fears

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Three major lenders have increased the cost of their mortgages as the renewed conflict in the Middle East raises fears of higher interest rates. 

B&M shares slip as UK sales disappoint despite warmer weather

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The turnaround at B&M has hit a roadblock as a decline in UK sales weighed on trading despite the warmer weather.

How to track down your old work pensions and make them work harder [Video]

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Maike Currie joins Simon Lambert to explain how to sort out your old work pensions and decide whether to change your investments or move the pot.

When will YOU get your state pension: Here's what you need to know about the wait to 67, or 68... and beyond

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A review is currently under way on whether to bring forward the change from 2044-2046, but the Government might have already made up its mind on the move to 68.

How 3.3m more workers have been pulled into paying higher rate of tax in past five years

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Millions more workers have been dragged into higher-rate tax bands because of the freeze on income tax thresholds since 2021.

Phone firms handed new rules to crack down on text message scams

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Mobile networks have been ordered to ban fake sender names and block phone numbers which they believe have been used to facilitate fraud.

Has Labour's Electric Car Grant sparked an increase in EV sales in its first year?

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The grants - which offer car buyers between £1,500 and £3,750 off new EVs under £37,000 - was launched a year ago today. But is the incentive scheme working?

Slash spending and tackle youth jobs crisis but don't put up taxes, OECD tells Burnham

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Andy Burnham has been told by the OECD to slash spending and tackle Britain's youth jobs crisis rather than put up taxes to fix the public finances.

How you can beat the state pension age rise: Our experts reveal what to do based on your age

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Millions of workers will have to wait longer than previous generations to receive the state pension - but what if you aren't able or willing to work until a later date?

I tried Temu's £10.67 portable air conditioner and five of its other cut-price cooling devices. Here are my unexpected money-saving discoveries - and the worthless tat to avoid

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As temperatures soar, Toby Walne tries out cheap air-conditioning options on Chinese online bargain shop Temu - and reveals which ones are worth investing in.

Brewdog co-founder James Watt launches attempt to buy back beer brand

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The co-founder of Brewdog has made a bid to buy back the beer brand after it was sold to a US cannabis firm earlier this year.

Britain up for sale: US vultures in a takeover frenzy with smash-and-grab raid on UK plc an easy way for private investors to make money

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This smash-and-grab raid on UK plc is one of the easiest ways for private investors to make money just now, with fresh rumours emerging almost every day.

How to invest in the US stock market and avoid the AI bubble

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The majority of experts will say you should invest in the US, but avoid having too much of your portfolio in the AI-driven stocks.

I paid for £150 of make-up with Klarna and I'm now £20k in debt trying to pay off credit cards, loans and 'pay later'. It's so easy for ANYONE to get trapped

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The first time 24-year-old Chloe from Bristol, pictured, used buy now, pay later, she didn't even realise she was taking on a form of debt.

Thames Water debt pile balloons to £18.5bn as it fights to fend off nationalisation

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After a period of immense uncertainty for Thames Water, there are fears that the incoming Prime Minister could bring the firm into public ownership.

The awkward money faux pas I made at work party that could make YOU richer: RACHEL RICKARD STRAUS

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It may be seven months since the work Christmas party, but I still cringe every time I remember something I said to a colleague.

Barratt Redrow urges Burnham to cut taxes as it seeks to boost share price with buyback scheme

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The buyback has come about, in part, amid pressure from activist investor demands, as Barratt Redrow looks to tackle a widening gap between its share price and net asset value.

Death of the manual gearbox as 92% of new cars ordered in Britain this year are automatic

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The number of new cars with manual gearboxes has declined by more than 60% in the last two years alone. But why? We examine the figures.

The student's guide to choosing the right bank account for university

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Choosing a bank account is an important part of preparing for student life. This is what you need to know about their features and how they can help you.