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This is exactly how much you need to have in the bank at every age to NEVER work again. And it's surprisingly easy to achieve

Today

The idea of quitting work for good is the ultimate dream for many. But swapping the daily grind for a life of leisure requires careful planning - and a sizeable savings pot.

It's time to refuel with oil stocks - but should you buy BP or Shell?

Today

Fortunes have already been made from the oil price boom sparked by the war in Iran, and there are likely to be more gains to come.

Why Anthropic's new AI tool has central banks and authorities terrified: ALEX BRUMMER

Today

Britain knows from the damaging hacks on Marks & Spencer, the Co-op and Jaguar Land Rover in the last year the impact on financial performance.

Is your work pension any good? How to check your funds and build up your pot

Today

You are far more likely to be better off in retirement if you take an active interest in your work pension. Here's what you need to know...

My neighbour's climbing hydrangea is out of control - how can I sort this out?

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My neighbour has grown a climbing hydrangea up the rear of my property which rises over my single-storey kitchen and has filled my gutter with leaves. How can I get it cut back?

What five-minute EV charging is really like: We try BYD's game-changing Flash Charging before it comes to the UK this year

Today

Five-minute EV charging is here - thanks to Chinese EV giant BYD. It will bring its Flash Charging to the UK, which can replenish an EV battery in the time it takes you to buy a coffee at a service station..

Wealthy people can expect to live 20 YEARS longer in good health than those struggling to get by

Today

The yawning gap in health and life expectancy between rich and poor people was revealed in new figures from the Office for National Statistics this week.

Where to find hidden treasure in YOUR home: This is what I learned from my new TV series, says DAN HATFIELD

Today

In ordinary homes there is extraordinary value, so before you start your spring clear-out, here's how to make sure you don't accidentally throw away a small fortune.

Netflix hit by £40bn rout as boss stands down

Yesterday

The news stunned Wall Street and shares fell more than 10 per cent in early trading, wiping £37billion off its value.

Primark separation set for green light in near future

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The separation of Primark, which trades from 486 stores in 19 markets has seemed likely since Associated British Foods launched a review of its structure last year.

Labour blasted as UK left vulnerable to food shortages after CO2 plant closed

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The gas has a range of purposes, from stunning pigs and chickens before slaughter, to making drinks fizzy, and prolonging the shelf-life of packaged foods.

Oil falls below $90 as Tehran opens Strait of Hormuz

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Oil is now down nearly 30 per cent since its peak of close to $120 a barrel last month, but remains more than 20 per cent higher than its pre-war price of around $70.

Chinese car maker granted patent for voice activated in-vehicle TOILETS

Yesterday

Seres, a Chinese electric SUV brand, has invented a waste disposal unit that slides under the passenger seat so that passengers can go to the lavatory on the move.

New electric cars may look expensive but here's why they are CHEAPER to buy than petrol versions

Yesterday

We teamed up with Insider Car Deals to analyse the price you will pay for 10 new EVs against their closest petrol equivalents. And it turns out the electric option is commonly the cheaper choice.

Nine top jobs paying up to £75k which bosses are eager to fill - with no industry experience needed

Yesterday

Finding a job is getting harder as unemployment rises - almost 1.9 million Brits were out of work in the three months to January, according to latest figures.

Bank of England to test the risk AI poses to country's financial stability - as Governor warns of Anthropic cyber threat

Yesterday

The Bank of England will include risks from artificial intelligence in its stress tests of the financial system, it told MPs.

'They're not listening': Pub boss blasts Labour over tax hikes and warns business was facing soaring costs BEFORE Iran war

Yesterday

The boss of a major British pub group and brewer blasted Labour's handling of the economy as he accused ministers of ignoring business.

Pet owners lose trust in insurers as customers question fairness of policies and value for money

Yesterday

Satisfaction with insurance companies dropped from 4.81 to 3.27 out of 5 from last year, research by Smart Money People revealed.

Six steps to do an annual health check on your investments

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You should carry out a full health check on your investments at least once a year, ideally at the same time to achieve continuity and build up a record. We explain how...

Businesses urged to put contingency plans in place as more than 2,000 firms go bust amid Iran war

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Businesses are being urged to put contingency plans in place, as another 2,000 firms went bust last month amid the economic fallout of the Iran war.

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