Analysts expect continued gains for precious metals amid de-dollarisation and supply constraints, with gold, silver and platinum seen as cornerstone hedges for portfolios.
Qualifying earnings bands may cap pension contributions, leaving some workers thousands of pounds short at retirement; experts urge review and higher contribution levels.
Activist Elliott Management weighs spin-off of Waterstones and Barnes & Noble; London listed as front-runner amid renewed market activity
Quantum-enabled RNG Ernie seizes 133 billion numbers in minutes as Ernests outpace Ernie in naming; prizes range from £25 to £1 million and are tax-free
Sixth rate reduction since last year, with inflation easing but economy showing fragility under Labour policies.
The platform will remove ongoing platform charges on self-invested pensions and mutual funds, intensifying competition among low-cost providers in the UK market.
EY Mobility Consumer Index shows a rebound in combustion-engine buying intent ahead of policy changes, challenging a swift EV transition
Investors flock to precious metals amid de-dollarisation and a slower EV transition, while analysts warn of possible pullbacks and bubble risks.
Daily Mail testing finds Tesco strongest overall, with Waitrose, M&S and Asda excelling in specific categories