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Bankers I speak to agree: Britain is about to be torn apart by a financial tsunami, says ALEX BRUMMER

Today

Britain is in a parlous situation. The Labour Government and Chancellor Rachel Reeves have been put to the test over the last 21 months in office and found sorely wanting.

Most affordable towns for first-time buyers revealed and Inverclyde tops the list

Today

Scottish town Inverclyde has been crowned the most affordable spot to snap up a starter home by one of the nation's biggest high street lenders.

How to profit from the beauty boom: Shares to give your investments a glow up

Today

If your portfolio could also use a makeover in these uncertain times, here are the names to consider.

Rapidly rising gilt yields send Labour a warning and an energy bailout is not an option: ALEX BRUMMER

Today

Most worrying is government complacency as war in the Gulf, which has exposed the frailty of the nation's defences, blows up its economic and fiscal strategy.

FTSE 100 loses all its 2026 gains on fears over Middle East war

Today

Stocks fell across the globe as oil climbed again, with a barrel of Brent crude trading as high as $113 (£85).

UK borrowing costs hit highest level since 2008 as gilt sell-off deepens

Yesterday

UK borrowing costs have surged to their highest level since the financial crisis as a bond sell-off sparked by the Middle East war deepens.

RAY MASSEY: Chic new flagship from DS Automobiles turns heads

Yesterday

On sale now ahead of first deliveries from April, the smart DS No8 is a sophisticated new arrival. It exudes real character, standing out from the current crop of copycat EVs.

Financial Conduct Authority probes collapsed lender MFS

Yesterday

Market Financial Solutions, a lender that specialised in complex property-related loans, was placed into administration following allegations of financial irregularities and mismanagement.

New book 'All the Ferraris' gives an insight into the legendary carmaker

Yesterday

For the first time in a single volume, the book chronicles every model Ferrari has produced over 75 years.

The Works closes its online shopping website with immediate effect

Yesterday

The Works said it had switched to a 'non-transactional' website, stating more than 90% of its sales were completed at its physical stores. It has ambitions to open 100 new stores.

JLR design boss Gerry McGovern - the driving force behind Jaguar's 'woke' rebrand - officially leaves the car firm

Yesterday

Reports emerged in early December that McGovern's two-decade stint at the company had come to an abrupt end , though the news was quickly refuted by JLR.

Best cash Isa rates 2025: Our pick of the five top deals

Yesterday

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.

Hargreaves Lansdown hit by 'technical' glitch leaving customers locked out amid major market volatility

Yesterday

The trading platform, which manages over £170billion on behalf of its two million customers, confirmed it was experiencing 'technical issues'.

When will interest rates fall? Forecasts for a base rate cut

Yesterday

The Bank of England opted to hold interest rates at 3.75 per cent in March, with traders now betting on rate rises later this year.

Mortgage costs have now risen £900 a year since Middle East conflict

Yesterday

Mortgages look likely to keep getting more expensive over the coming days and weeks thanks to fears of 'Trumpflation' driving interest rates higher.

SMALL CAP MOVERS: Geopolitics batters AIM as miners take the heaviest punishment

Yesterday

The AIM All Share fell almost 4 per cent over the week to 729, and is down 5.8 per cent in the year to date. The FTSE 100, by contrast, was off 1.7 per cent, with blue-chips seen as a 'safer' bet.

Bank of England HOLDS interest rates at 3.75% as borrowers brace for three rate HIKES this year

Yesterday

The Bank of England left interest rates unchanged today as war in the Middle East fuelled fears of an energy price inflation shock.

The 20 most discounted new cars: Drivers can save up to £20k as dealers try to hit March sales targets

Yesterday

As the first new plate month of 2026 draws to a close, salesmen and women will be under intense pressure to meet inflated March sales targets. And this can mean big deals.

Energy price cap forecast to jump but surprise rise in Government borrowing slashes chances of bailout on bills

Yesterday

The typical energy bill could now reach almost £2,000 per year as the Iran conflict, while a Government bailout looks less likely due to a rise in borrowing costs.

Should YOU invest in a pension or an Isa? How to work out which is best at every age

Yesterday

An Isa and pension have their own tax rules and benefits but if you know how to use them together they can help slash your tax bill and increase your wealth.

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