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SpaceX rockets past Amazon and Microsoft to become world's fourth biggest company in blistering stock market rally

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SpaceX has rocketed past Amazon and Microsoft to become the fourth largest company in the world just three days after its record-breaking stock market listing.

I downsized and learnt these vital lessons: JEFF PRESTRIDGE

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For the past couple of months, I've been grappling with one of the biggest upheavals in my long life: moving into my own home after more than 14 years out of the property market...

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

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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.

Can grandparents put £50k in Premium Bonds for my children, bank the prizes and gift them at 18?

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I have two children. Their grandparents are in their 70s, and want to open Premium Bonds for the grandchildren, putting in the full £50,000 for each.

Should you buy shares in SpaceX? Experts reveal what they predict for the stock

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It's the biggest stock market float in history but how will SpaceX shares fare in days, weeks and months ahead? We asked leading experts.

Caravan holiday cost could double under Labour tourist tax plans

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Working families could be hit with a 100% tax on their caravan holidays under a punitive new holiday levy, it has emerged.

British Gas launches fixed energy tariff at £222 below July price cap - but be quick if you want to sign up

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British Gas has launched a fixed energy tariff that offers significant savings against the upcoming July price cap.

Boohoo owner Debenhams narrows losses in boost to turnaround hopes

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The online retailer, where Sex and the City star Kim Cattrall fronts a fashion campaign, changed its name from Boohoo last year. Boss Dan Finley hailed 'a successful transformation'.

We can make Heathrow the world's greatest airport by rethinking the runway plan, explains hotel tycoon Surinder Arora

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Heathrow is the front door to our economy, the gateway of our global connectivity, and the single most important piece of infrastructure we have for trade, tourism and investment.

Upmarket cinema chain Everyman weighs delisting from Aim market as it eyes a turnaround

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The Everyman cinema chain is weighing up whether to delist from the London Stock Exchange following a tumultuous period for the group.

Kingsmill owner given the all clear to snap up rival Hovis

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The takeover of Hovis by Kingsmill owner Associated British Foods (ABF) has been cleared by UK regulators.

Aldi opening 16 new stores within months - is where you live on the list?

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Over the next few months Aldi will open stores in London's Marble Arch, Port Talbot, Wales, and Wigan in Greater Manchester.

More Britons likely to shun the pub for England matches this World Cup thanks to late kick-off times and pricey pints

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Late kick-off times and pricey pints are pushing punters away from pubs, piling pressure on an already ailing hospitality sector.

London saw weakest house price growth in Britain over the past decade

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In contrast to London's lacklustre performance, cities across the Midlands, Northern England and Wales saw bumper growth.

Which Chinese car brands have the longest warranties and most dealers?

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Chinese car brands are expanding at a rapid rate in the UK. And so too are their dealer and after-sales networks. Here are the post-purchase offerings from four Chinese brands.

Labour plans to water down EV sales targets - what does this mean for drivers?

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The Government is reportedly planning to relax EV sales targets so carmakers will need to hit 50% EV sales by 2030.

Rathbones halts investments by high-risk clients for a year after review uncovered failings

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Shares in wealth manager Rathbones sank 16 per cent on Tuesday as the group announced it had halted investments by high-risk customers for a year.

Nationwide starts race to slash mortgages as oil prices plummet and UK interest rate cuts 'more likely' before year end

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Lender Nationwide is slashing mortgage rates as the Iran peace deal sends oil prices sliding and raises hopes that the Bank of England could cut borrowing costs.

Rolls-Royce wins contract to build Swedish mini nuclear power stations

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Sweden's parliament last year passed legislation to finance a new generation of reactors, the first built in the country for more than 40 years.

Labour sells Britain short: Wave of foreign takeovers puts the nation on the road to ruin, says ALEX BRUMMER

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SpaceX mania saw British retail investors seek to commit £750m to Elon Musk's futuristic agenda in a show of confidence in equities.

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