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Britain's happiest towns, ranked: Do YOU live near one of the 220 named on Rightmove's list?

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Rightmove has come up with a definitive list of the happiest places in Britain. Where does your town feature?

Investment experts reveal the funds they'd stick in their Christmas stockings

Today

This may be the festive season to focus on stocks and funds that could be the gift that keeps on giving for the rest of 2025 - and beyond into the new year.

Visa moving European HQ to Canary Wharf

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The deal came days after JP Morgan Chase unveiled plans to build a tower in Canary Wharf that the investment bank says will contribute £9.9billion to the local economy over six years.

Netflix triumphs in Hollywood shootout as it agrees £62BN deal for Warner Bros

Today

The streaming giant will take control of the century-old film and TV colossus, bolstering its dominance in the media landscape.

Labour accused of breaking ANOTHER manifesto pledge as hospitality firms face £318M business rates bombshell

Today

Hospitality chiefs have accused Labour of breaching its manifesto after hammering firms with a huge increase in their business rates bill that will result in closures and job losses.

Canary Wharf's boom shows Britain doesn't need to have a glum future: RUTH SUNDERLAND

Today

Wharf boss Sir Nigel Wilson believes the area is a prototype for other cities and towns in the UK.

Are you wasting £120 a year on super fast broadband you don't need? Here are top deals... at sensible speeds

Today

If you are a household of fewer than four people and don't stream a lot or play games online, you could downgrade your speed and save money.

Fat cat backlash: Shareholder rebellions over FTSE 100 bosses' pay double this year

Today

The upturn in investor rebellions over top brass pay helped drive an 88 per cent rise in the total number of FTSE 100 businesses facing shareholder rebellions this year.

HMRC scheme offering cash to report tax avoiders will backfire on small firms, say business owners

Today

Business owners are warning that small firms could be targeted falsely and maliciously within the scheme, which offers cash to those who report tax avoidance or evasion.

RAY MASSEY: Renault's on high charge with swish Alpine cruiser

Today

I certainly found it to be a smartly turned-out car - but more a sophisticated cruiser than a bruiser.

Most electric car drivers are happy with their motor... and only 3% would go back to petrol

Today

An overwhelming majority of electric car drivers are happy with their vehicle and Britain's charging network, data shows.

Will the mansion tax become a terrace tax? Four things you need to know about the property market now

Today

Although the Budget may have been less destructive of property than many expected, there was still bad news for tenants, landlords and first-time buyers, as we explain.

Funeral care needs dramatic improvement, says Dignity boss ZILLAH BYNGE-THORNE

Yesterday

Outdated methods, a lack of meaningful regulation, and a system that too often does not reflect what people actually want at the end of their lives have created a troubling reality.

Big Yellow shares sink after takeover talks end

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Big Yellow said that, given its 'strong performance, strategy and business, model', there was 'no basis for continuing discussions'.

Bank of England and FCA reveal plans to boost 'vital' mutuals sector

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City regulators have revealed a package of measures designed to boost Britain's mutuals sector including building societies and credit unions.

Bending Spoons - the most exciting tech company you may never have heard about: INVESTING SHOW

Yesterday

Stephen Paice, of Baillie Gifford European Growth, joins Simon Lambert to discuss Europe's huge opportunity and the world's most exciting tech firm you may never have heard of.

Best fibre broadband deals: Compare our top picks

Yesterday

Fibre broadband doesn't have to be expensive. If you're not getting a good deal from your provider, compare offers to see whether you can switch and save money.

SMALL CAP MOVERS: Annual City mining event goes international

Yesterday

The great and the good of the junior mining sector gathered in London this week for one of the set-piece events of the year.

Ocado shares soar as US partner Kroger agrees to hand it $350m

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Ocado shares soared on Friday after US retail giant Kroger agreed a one-off cash payment to the British firm as compensation for its decision to close three of its robotic warehouses.

House prices fall in south east but rise in north: Will there be a post-Budget property market bounce?

Yesterday

With tax uncertainty over and mortgage rates falling, many agents and mortgage brokers are confident the market will bounce back in 2026.

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