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Isa rates soar to 6% as race to the top heats up: What are the real best deals?

Today

The race to offer the best cash Isa interest rate has intensified. Which are the real best deals and which ones should you leave to one side? We examine the offers in more detail.

John Lewis boss says high street being held back by Labour's taxes

Today

Bosses cited obstacles including Labour's tax raid on retail, which last year included a £40m rise in JLP's employer National Insurance contributions and £13m in new packaging levies.

Debenhams boss urges Labour to fast track packaging tax crackdown

Today

The boss of Debenhams has urged the Government to fast-track a crackdown on a tax loophole that helps Chinese giants such as Shein and Temu.

Only 6% of Premium Bonds prizes in the past year went to account holders holding less than £10,000

Today

Less than 1 per cent of Premium Bonds prizes handed out between February 2025 and January 2026 were won by savers with a holding of less than £1,000.

I met the couple who turned £100 into £1M without being high earners and discovered their secret to retiring early

Today

Alan and Katie Donegan have achieved the seemingly impossible dream - they retired aged 40 and 35, respectively.

Row as car industry demands electric vehicle targets are watered down

Today

Britain's car industry was plunged into a row over Labour's net zero goals yesterday as a demand to water down electric vehicle targets urgently was rejected by the government.

How The Traitors has inspired a surge in small businesses in the Scottish Highlands

Today

The constituency of Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross in the Highlands, home to filming venue Ardross Castle, has seen a surge in microbusiness activity.

What should I do with my £7,500 bonus: Invest it in my stocks and shares Isa or pay off debt?

Today

I have three options I am considering. Overpaying on a £12k car loan, cverpaying on my £97k mortgage, or putting it in my shares Isa. Ray Black of Money Minder replies.

John Lewis staff to be awarded bonus for first time in four years

Yesterday

Staff at the owner of the department store chain John Lewis and Waitrose supermarkets are set to receive their first annual bonus in four years - even as bosses lamented higher taxes.

Jo Malone sued by Estee Lauder for using her own name on fragrance for Zara

Yesterday

Estee Lauder - which owns brands M.A.C and Bobbi Brown, as well as Jo Malone London - has filed legal action over Jo Malone's range of fragrances with the High Street fashion chain Zara.

You can earn up to £5,000 cashback by topping up or transferring an Isa: Should you switch provider?

Yesterday

Savvy investors can earn up to £5,000 in cashback for switching their stocks and shares Isas as providers offer huge sums to entice new customers.

Car makers call for urgent review of EV sales targets as demand wanes - but ministers say industry is complying

Yesterday

The SMMT said the Government's Zero Emission Vehicle mandate designed to guide the transition to electric cars is a 'straitjacket' that is putting 'huge pressure' on the automotive sector.

Audi culls flagship car after 32 years of service ferrying Royals, executives and diplomats

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It had been Audi's premium alternative to the BMW 7 Series, Jaguar XJ and Mercedes-Benz S-Class since 1994. The limo is now expected to be replaced by a flashy SUV.

I've fixed my energy bills and I think you should too, says SIMON LAMBERT

Yesterday

I've never really been one for fixing gas and electricity but the conflict with Iran has ended my eternal optimism on energy bills.

Britain's biggest student loan: One graduate's debt is worth £40k more than the average home

Yesterday

More than 2.8million graduates now have at least £50,000 of outstanding student debt, as snowballing interest means they don't pay off the balance.

The 'Temu Range Rover' with room for seven people: £45k Jaecoo 8 is the Chinese brand's plushest car yet

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The brand that produces Britain's most popular Chinese car has unveiled its biggest and most luxurious model yet, which starts from just over £45k.

On The Beach shares plunge after Middle East conflict hits holiday bookings

Yesterday

The online travel company said there had been a 'significant slowdown in demand' for popular destinations, including Turkey, Greece, Cyprus and Egypt.

Oil price climbs amid warnings world faces 'largest-ever supply disruption'

Yesterday

Brent crude soared above $100 at one point this morning, amid concerns over the safety of vessels in the Strait of Hormuz after three vessels were attacked by Iran.

MORE cheap mortgages vanish as Barclays and NatWest hike rates for second time in a week

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Mortgage rates continue to rise on a daily basis, leaving home buyers and those remortgaging in a race to secure a deal below 4% before they disappear.

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.

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