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Fantasy football... for investors: New game offers cash prizes to those with the biggest (virtual) gains

Today

'Fantasy investing' game ShareQuest says it offers a low-stakes way to learn about the stock market - without risking their cash.

Cash Isa rates set to fall in 2026 - here are the best tax-free accounts you can open now

Today

Top Isa rates above 4 per cent may not be available for long in 2026 according to experts.

Best cash Isa rates 2025: Our pick of the five top deals

Today

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.

Has Labour killed off the pick-up truck with tax hikes? We put three popular models to the test to see if they're worth the premium

Today

In April, Labour stopped double cabs from being treated as commericial vehicles, and instead they are being treated as cars.

Flying Footsie clocks up best year since 2009 as it ends nearly 22% up - with Fresnillo the big winner

Today

The FTSE 100 has delivered its best annual performance in 16 years as it ended nearly 22% up on last year in the final session of 2025.

Three of Britain's biggest companies welcome new bosses today - including GSK and Diageo

Today

Three of Britain's biggest companies will welcome new bosses today in a changing of the guard at the top of UK plc.

ITV invests £3m in Joe Wicks' Body Coach app as it continues to diversify

Today

The Body Coach app was launched by Wicks at the end of 2020 following his rise to fame in the initial Covid-19 lockdowns, which earned him the title of the nation's PE teacher.

Warner Bros set to decline beefed-up Paramount offer

Today

Warner Bros Discovery is reportedly preparing to reject Paramount Skydance's beefed up £81bn takeover bid next week.

Costa Coffee losses mount as Coca-Cola searches for a new buyer

Today

Losses at beleaguered Costa Coffee have more than doubled as customers flocked to cut-price rivals instead.

Want a pay rise? These are the 10 jobs that saw the biggest salary bumps in 2025

Today

There are roles that are still on the receiving end of hefty pay increases, if you look in the right place.

It's all change for landlords in 2026: Here's what they need to look out for

Today

From the seismic Renters Rights Act to new energy rules and potentially falling rents, here is what buy-to-let landlords will be contending with this year.

Councils should spend huge pension fund surpluses on services instead of hiking tax, says ROS ALTMANN

Today

Local authorities spend around a quarter of the council tax they collect on pension contributions for staff.

Yesterday

From upmarket superminis to legendary roadsters and the nation's favourite family hatchback, some notable automotive icons have been put to the chopping block.

The red-hot areas where house prices are rising (and falling) the fastest: Use our analysis to discover how YOUR neighbourhood is doing... plus the locations set to soar in 2026

Yesterday

The property market has been hit by a mix of factors, including the end of the stamp duty holiday, stubborn mortgage rates and fears over property taxes.

High street fashion brand loved by Princess Kate on brink of collapse

Yesterday

On Tuesday, the high-end chain, favoured by the Princess of Wales, filed an application with the high court to appoint an administrator to the business.

Bullish investor attitudes like 1920s says top fund manager Nick Train

Yesterday

Top fund manager Nick Train has likened the bullish attitude of investors to that of the 1920s and the run-up to the infamous 1929 stock market crash.

The house we are buying has a restrictive covenant from 1926: Should we be worried?

Yesterday

We've had an offer accepted on a house which is being sold by the local diocese. However, the title deeds have given us cause for concern.

Brand new cars coming in 2026: Our A-Z preview Part 2 - from Bentley to new Chinese brand Denza

Yesterday

With a new year comes a fresh batch of cars hitting showrooms for the first time. And 2026's arrivals are predominately EVs. Here are the second lot of 13 models to look out for.

My niece is sleeping on the floor because The Range refuses to replace faulty bed: SALLY SORTS IT

Yesterday

I am writing about my niece's awful experience with furniture retailer The Range. I feel it has failed to show a shred of compassion towards her.

London to fight US for Octopus spin off: Energy giant's tech unit Kraken valued at £6.4bn ahead of bumper stock market listing

Tuesday

Octopus chief exec Greg Jackson (pictured) said London would be his preferred location for a listing - but gave no assurances.

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