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The NationalEconomists call out BBC over Rachel Reeves interview
ECONOMISTS have spoken out after the BBC broadcast an interview where the Chancellor compared government funds to a household budget - despite the broadcaster's own guidelines ...
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It’s down 45% — but I’m buying this FTSE gem
Christopher Ruane's been adding to his holding of a well-known FTSE 100 share after a string of profit warnings sent its price sinking. The post It’s down 45% — but I’m buying this FTSE gem appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.
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I asked ChatGPT to name 2 cheap shares to beat the FTSE in 2025. Its first pick astonished me
Harvey Jones used artificial intelligence to help him select two cheap shares from the FTSE 100 that should fire up his portfolio in the year ahead. This is what it said. The post I asked ChatGPT to name 2 cheap shares to beat the FTSE in 2025. Its first pick astonished me appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.
- Sky News
Poundland owner drafts in advisers amid discounter crisis
The owner of Poundland, one of Britain's biggest discount retailers, has drafted in City advisers to explore radical options for arresting the growing crisis at the chain. Sky News has learnt that Pepco Group, which has owned Poundland since 2016, has hired consultants from AlixPartners to address a sales slump which has raised questions over its future ownership. City sources said this weekend that the crisis would prompt Pepco to explore more fundamental for Poundland, including a formal restructuring process that could prompt significant store closures, or even an attempt to sell the business.
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Here’s how much an investor would need in an ISA to earn £3,000 of passive income monthly
Millions of Britons could retire early or secure additional income in later life by considering some simple steps to generate passive income from an ISA. The post Here’s how much an investor would need in an ISA to earn £3,000 of passive income monthly appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.
- Lancashire Telegraph
Bank of Dave comes to the rescue of village post office
Stefanie Dalglish, who took over Sabden Post Office in November, received financial support from Dave Fishwick, from Burnley, who set up the Bank of Dave.
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£10k invested in BP shares 10 years ago is now worth…
BP shares are known for their big dividends, but has the stock rewarded long-term shareholders? Roland Head's crunched the numbers. The post £10k invested in BP shares 10 years ago is now worth… appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.
- The Guardian
Two men sentenced in UK over £1m fraud based on stolen banking letters
Muhammed Qayyum and Adbdul Khan intercepted post and used it to gain access to victims’ account details
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The FTSE 100 hits new record highs — what do I do now?
The FTSE 100 seems to show investors aren’t as worried about things like the economy, inflation, or interest rates as they might be saying at the moment. The post The FTSE 100 hits new record highs — what do I do now? appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.
- The Guardian
FTSE 100 hits record as interest rate hopes push down UK borrowing costs
Nearly every share on index rose after fall in value of pound helped multinationals listed in London
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£15k to invest? 2 high-yield stocks to consider that could deliver a £1,565 passive income
Roland Head looks at two FTSE 250 dividend shares operating in niche markets with the potential to provide a high passive income in 2025. The post £15k to invest? 2 high-yield stocks to consider that could deliver a £1,565 passive income appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.
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2 cheap shares that could be takeover targets in 2025
These cheap shares may be takeover targets in 2025, and as such, potentially offer shareholders the chance to earn outsized returns. The post 2 cheap shares that could be takeover targets in 2025 appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.
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Are Legal & General shares just for the over 70s?
Stephen Wright thinks Legal & General shares – like its products – aren’t that exciting, but those who think about them early on might be glad they did. The post Are Legal & General shares just for the over 70s? appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.
- Simply Wall St.
The Returns At Vodafone Group (LON:VOD) Aren't Growing
If we want to find a potential multi-bagger, often there are underlying trends that can provide clues. Firstly, we'll...
- Yahoo News UK
What we know about new price rise rules for phone and broadband contracts
Telecoms bills must now set out price rises in pounds and pence to prevent the 'nasty surprises' of inflation-based hikes.
- Yahoo Finance UK
Best savings accounts that offer above-inflation rates, 17 January
Check the best savings accounts to find a top-rated deal that works for you.
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3 UK Stocks Trading Below Estimated Value
The United Kingdom's FTSE 100 index has recently faced challenges, closing lower due to weak trade data from China, which has impacted companies closely tied to the Chinese economy. As investors navigate these turbulent market conditions, identifying stocks that are trading below their estimated value can be a strategic approach to uncovering potential opportunities.
- The Telegraph
How to pay less tax in 2025: 15 ways to reduce your tax bill
Tax bills are on the rise for just about everyone in Britain thanks to long-frozen tax thresholds – and many people are worried about needing to pay much more in the future.
- PA Media: UK News
DFS profits rise but warns of rising costs post-Budget and weaker sofa demand
The furniture group said it expects to see an increase in costs this year, in part due to business tax rises announced in the October Budget.
- The Argus
Council preparing to wipe £51m debt owed by i360 ahead of sale
The council is preparing to write off a debt of more than £51 million owed by the i360