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IMF prepares $50billion bailout to prop up countries battered by Iran war as oil prices rebound on ceasefire fears

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The International Monetary Fund is preparing bail-outs of up to $50bilion for countries battered by the Iran war - as oil prices rise again amid fears over the fragile ceasefire.

Vinted sales soar to £1bn amid bargain hunting second-hand fashion boom

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Vinted chief executive Thomas Plantenga suggested the second-hand selling app could see an uptick in transactions should the Iran war pile pressure onto consumers' bills.

Oil back to $97 a barrel and stocks nervy as ceasefire comes under pressure - MARKETS LIVE

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The ceasefire between Iran, the US and Israel is looking increasingly fragile barely 24 hours after it was announced. Brent crude is back to around $97 a barrel this morning, after dropping as low as $91.

REVEALED: The 10 best used family cars, according to science

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Scientists from the Centre for Automotive Industry Research at Cardiff University have carried out an academic study to rank the 10 best models.

Best fixed energy deals: Fixed tariffs that BEAT the price cap have returned

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Fixed energy deals have been gradually returning to the market, so are there any that beat the current cap?

Santander joins HSBC and Nationwide as latest big bank to launch best buy cash Isas with voucher sweetener driving rates to nearly 5%

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Santander has launched several best buy fixed-rate cash Isas joining other major banks battling for tax-free cash at the start of the new financial year.

Households face higher petrol and energy costs for MONTHS as oil climbs to near $100

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Fears that the US-Iran ceasefire deal is already in tatters have pushed the price of oil higher and will cause further hikes to energy and petrol prices.

Hilton hotels group warns a 'holiday tax' will hit economic growth and jobs for the young

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The Government is currently considering allowing local authorities in England to slap an extra nightly charge on paid for accommodation, such as hotels, holiday parks, B&Bs and AirBnBs.

Metlen Energy sees profits halve amid project delays and cost overruns

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Metlen Energy cut its dividend on Thursday after posting a lower annual profit amid losses in part of its energy operations.

You'll now get MORE daily compensation if something goes wrong with your phone or broadband

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Customers of major firms such as BT, Sky and TalkTalk will be able to get more money when things go wrong, without even having to ask for it under the Ofcom scheme.

House price falls are coming, say estate agents - as buyer enquiries hit lowest level since 2023

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Rising mortgage rates and economic uncertainty caused by the conflict in Iran are leading would-be movers to hold off, property experts say.

Lidl set to open over 50 new stores and create 2,000 jobs as it battles for market share

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Britain's sixth-biggest grocer said the openings will create almost 2,000 new jobs as it hopes to poach more customers from traditional major supermarkets. It is vying with the likes of Morrisons.

Inside the Starling CEO's bet on AI and how he plans to take on Monzo and Revolut with its secret weapon

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The appointment of Raman Bhatia - a seasoned operator - as chief executive two years ago, signalled that the bank was already growing up.

Government hands clean energy firm £86.5m for Sheffield hydrogen factory in latest green push

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Ed Miliband's Department for Energy Security and Net Zero has handed hydrogen firm ITM Power a £46.5m grant. GB Energy has also secured a stake in the firm.

Octopus is forcing me to have a smart meter but won't put it on 'dumb' mode: CRANE ON THE CASE

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Last year, I was told by my energy supplier Octopus that I need to get a smart meter, as my existing meter is too old.

HMO applications surge nearly 1,000% in six years in parts of Britain

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From 2018 to the end of 2024, the number of applications to turn properties into HMOs in Sandwell in the West Midlands rose by 964%.

Cost of Iran war to drivers at the pumps set to hit eye-watering £1billion as Chancellor Rachel Reeves rakes in extra £170m VAT windfall

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Analysis found the extra amount motorists have shelled out since the conflict sent forecourt prices spiralling surged past £920million last night.

This pay rise trick can save you £20,000 on your mortgage: Here's how to make it work for you

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Homeowners due to remortgage this year could consider a clever 'pay rise' hack that could save them tens of thousands of pounds in the long run.

Interest rate hike fears recede in boost for borrowers: Ceasefire raises hopes for battered UK housing market

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Traders are betting there will be just one Bank of England rate increase this year, having previously predicted there could be as many as four.

Stocks soar and oil sinks as investors cheer ceasefire - but analysts warn of fresh turmoil as fragile truce hangs by a thread

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The FTSE 100 jumped 2.5%or 260 points to 10,609 - its biggest rally in a year - as the price of oil fell by as much as 17% towards $90 a barrel.

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