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ALEX BRUMMER: Central banks get it wrong in populism fight

Yesterday

Several of those rushing to the defence of the Federal Reserve have political form of their own. Ganging up to save the Fed in favour of monetary independence is a political act.

As Saba Capital targets trusts for raid... retain power over your savings

Yesterday

A battle is raging for control of several investment trusts in a struggle that concerns everyone saving in the stock markets.

MPs say windfall tax is killing North Sea oil

Yesterday

The punitive tax - among the highest in the world - has been blamed by the sector for job losses and a lack of investment.

Fiat hits accelerator on frill-free runarounds, despite political meddling

Yesterday

Fiat boss says that won't stop the Italian firm producing them - as exciting models in the pipeline prove.

Auction Technology Group's biggest shareholder tables twelfth bid worth £491m

Yesterday

FitzWalter Capital tabled a fresh offer of 400p a share as it stepped up its battle to win control. ATG shares jumped 12.6 per cent, or 40.5p, to 362p.

Bank of England boss Andrew Bailey calls to counter populism

Yesterday

In a speech to central bankers and economists, Bailey said: 'Now is not the time to close the world to the benefits of trade.'

Peppa Pig toy maker Character Group stuck in the mud

Yesterday

The toy company, which designs, makes and distributes toys for the likes of Peppa Pig and Power Rangers, said sales fell 11 per cent in the four months leading up to Christmas.

Flagship green project in Redcar opts for Chinese steel

Yesterday

A deal for 7,000 tons of construction steel has been agreed between Net Zero Teesside and China's Modern Modular Engineering and Construction Company.

How to make the most from your savings, whether you've got £100, £10,000 or £100,000: SYLVIA MORRIS

Yesterday

The best accounts for you will depend on how much you have in savings, how quickly you need to access it and whether you are at risk of being stung by a tax bill.

Existential fight for the Fed: Trump's bitter row with Powell over rates is putting investors at risk, warns ALEX BRUMMER

Yesterday

Donald Trump's Department of Justice is playing with fire with the criminal probe of Federal Reserve chairman Jay Powell.

Should you swap your star fund manager for a cheap tracker? This is Money Podcast

Yesterday

Two of the remaining star fund managers have tested investors' patience, is it time to invest elsewhere? Plus, London house prices, cash Isas and cheap EVs.

We went from £100 a month to £1MILLION in five years and retired... but we weren't high earners

Yesterday

It was a grey and rainy day in 2014 when Katie Donegan's husband Alan asked her what she 'really wanted from life'.

The best bank accounts: Compare switch offers and more perks

Yesterday

Many bank accounts come with incentives or extra perks to help you get more from your money, so it is time to consider a switch. We reveal our pick of the top deals.

Best fibre broadband deals: Compare our top picks

Yesterday

Fibre broadband doesn't have to be expensive. If you're not getting a good deal from your provider, compare offers to see whether you can switch and save money.

Defence stocks have soared as global tensions rise: This is where you can still cash in

Yesterday

Investors are accustomed to riding out political and financial shocks, but even the most seasoned will be struggling to ignore the seismic global events that have been playing out in recent days.

Is cashback too good to be true? Deals can give you up to £10,000 on investments and pay out on shopping - but some could COST you

Yesterday

Cashback can be lucrative but others are poor deals and could even leave you out of pocket. We sort through the best cashback offers out there.

Electric cars will overtake number of diesels on our roads by 2030, says new analysis

Yesterday

There are just 1.7m EVs on the road today compared to 9,9m diesels. But a new report estimates there will be almost 2m more battery cars than oil burners by 2030.

SMALL CAP MOVERS: Bumper start to 2026 after metals surge

Yesterday

The momentum in small caps suggests the positivity that has driven the FTSE 100 into record territory, and above 10,000, is finally filtering down to the junior end of the market.

Half of workers have already spent their wages for the month - here's how to financially survive to payday

Yesterday

Spending often spikes during the Christmas period, as people pay for gifts, expensive food and alcohol, and entertainment.

Leon boss says Labour's 'incredibly toxic tax regime' is crippling his efforts to turn round chain

Yesterday

The boss of 'naturally fast food' chain Leon warned Labour's 'incredibly toxic tax regime' is crippling his efforts to revive the business.

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