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High St bosses warn war in Middle East will hike shop prices after wet February dampened sales

Today

Increases to energy bills and shipping disruption are likely to result in price rises in shops, according to the British Retail Consortium.

Disgraced hedge fund manager Crispin Odey launches legal bid to reverse City ban and £1.8m fine

Yesterday

Odey, 67, (pictured) was handed the penalty by the City watchdog, the FCA, last year over his handling of sexual harassment allegations against him.

Ratcliffe chided by boardroom diversity chief over 'colonised by immigrants' comment

Yesterday

In a TV interview last month, Ratcliffe (pictured) said 'the UK has been colonised by immigrants', prompting widespread criticism.

Market turmoil as oil surges towards $120 - then crashes: Wall Street bounces back but UK stocks nursing £180bn loss after fresh sell-off

Yesterday

The FTSE 100 fell more than 2%, in early trading as the prospect of an energy price inflation shock sparked panic on financial markets.

So who thought a debt-fuelled takeover of Royal Mail by a secretive Czech billionaire was a good idea? asks ALEX BRUMMER

Yesterday

Almost a year has past since Daniel Kretinskly (pictured) seized control of the Royal Mail in a highly indebted takeover supported by Labour.

Conflict wipes out £10bn of Reeves Budget headroom as prospect of interest rate hike sends gilt yields soaring

Yesterday

Rachel Reeves' hopes about inflation and interest rates coming down were already out of date as the Iran conflict took hold - and the outlook has only worsened.

The energy deals to lock into NOW to protect your bills as Middle East conflict sees prices ALREADY soaring in the past week alone

Yesterday

Fixing your energy deal now could shield households against higher costs in future. Here's how switching your energy tariff works and what to consider.

Traders bet on UK interest rate rise by Christmas as Middle East conflict sends gilt yields up

Yesterday

A jump in oil prices to over $100 a barrel has sent markets into a tailspin, as it raises the chances of a sharp rise in inflation, pushing central banks to tighten policy.

Best investment platforms: How to choose the right account for you

Yesterday

Choosing the right investing platform is crucial but a wealth of choice can leave investors scratching their heads. We pick some of the best.

Greedy firms cashing in on Companies House chaos

Yesterday

In November, it became mandatory for all directors to undergo ID checks before filing accounts or documents for firms they manage.

Households warned Iran war could drive inflation to 5 per cent and spark fresh cost of living crisis

Yesterday

After the price of oil soared towards $120 a barrel, ING and RSM UK warned inflation could jump to well over double the Bank of England's 2 per cent target.

I'm 78 and have been left with a £23,000 bill for switching energy supplier: SALLY SORTS IT

Yesterday

I recently switched energy supplier from SSE to Octopus as it offers an attractive tariff for homes like mine that use heat pumps.

Best stocks and shares Isas: Compare the top providers

Yesterday

Investing in a stocks and shares Isa means your money can grow tax-free. We run through the options, helping you decide which provider is right for you.

What next for mortgage rates?

Yesterday

Banks and building societies are rushing to reprice mortgage deals higher amid the market fallout from the conflict in the Middle East.

Ten ways you can mitigate rising petrol prices as Iran war threatens to send fuel bills rocketing

Yesterday

The has AA urged Britons to 'consider cutting out some non-essential journeys to conserve fuel'. But there are several things motorists can do to lower their fuel use without hanging up the car keys

Cheapest fixed energy deal rises £131 since start of Middle East conflict as gas prices nearly double

Yesterday

Energy suppliers are repricing or axing fixed tariffs due to soaring gas costs, leading to bill rises for customers.

Best fixed energy deals: Tariffs that beat the price cap

Yesterday

Fixed energy deals have been gradually returning to the market, so are there any that beat the current cap?

MURRAY INTERNATIONAL: The trust that has delivered on dividends for 21 years...and counting

Yesterday

While others focus on established regions, such as the US or UK, Murray seeks out overlooked opportunities everywhere from Mexico to Indonesia.

How to protect your investments from war in the Middle East - and the stocks you MUST avoid

Yesterday

Global oil supplies are disrupted, aviation routes are in chaos and stock markets around the world face turbulence - there's a lot for investors to make sense of.

Everything you need to do NOW to save your holiday to Dubai and the Middle East: Mail's ULTIMATE insider guide to how to get a refund and what to do if you're stuck in the travel chaos... and why time is of the essence

Yesterday

British travellers have been plunged into chaos after Iranian strikes on the Middle East left them stranded in the region or unable to fly to their holiday destinations.

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