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Landlords could be FINED £7,000 per property if they fail to send this PDF document to their tenants by 31 May

Today

Landlords need to send a PDF document explaining new rental rules to their tenants by the end of this month, or risk being fined.

Affluent savers dish out cash gifts to family to reduce inheritance tax ahead of new pension rules

Today

A large proportion of people with at least £50,000 stashed away are dishing out cash gifts to reduce the inheritance tax bill they leave behind.

First car with entirely electronic brakes and no hydraulic fluid is in production - what could go wrong?

Today

Brake giant Brembo has confirmed its fully electronic 'brake‑by‑wire' system is now in production and will debut on a new mainstream model due to be revealed soon. But how safe is it?

High Streets in crisis as shopper numbers drop 10% in biggest fall since Covid lockdowns

Yesterday

Although the footfall was impacted by Easter falling in March not April this year, it was the weakest performance since March 2021.

Shell warns Iran war has 'dug a hole' of a billion barrels as its profits hit highest for two years

Yesterday

Shell boss Wael Sawan, pictured, made clear the effects of the damaging crisis would continue to reverberate even if peace breaks out.

BAE Systems hails a 'strong start' to the year as it rides wave of defence sending boom

Yesterday

The company, which makes fighter jets, ships, submarines, combat vehicles and munitions, said that it was on track to meet growth targets.

Shipping container giant Maersk to pass on soaring costs from the Iran war to customers

Yesterday

The Danish group, which carries around 20% of the world's containers, said costs will surge in the this quarter and the next, but it is offsetting this through price rises.

Aberdeen inks deal to manage Herald deadlock in battle with US raider Saba Capital

Yesterday

Herald, , which invests in technology firms, has been besieged by Saba Capital, a hedge fund run by Wall Street financier Boaz Weinstein (pictured).

Holiday Inn-owner IHG sees revenues slump as it is rocked by a collapse of business in the Middle East

Yesterday

Intercontinental Hotels Group said revenues per available room - a key industry metric - fell 26% in the region in March and close to 50% in April.

Saba scores a pyrrhic victory as Aberdeen takes the reins at Herald, says ALEX BRUMMER

Yesterday

There must be sympathy for Katie Potts, the lead fund manager at Herald Investment Trust. Potts delved into early-stage tech and came up trumps.

JD Sports warns of 'muted' growth and lower profits as war hits consumer spending

Yesterday

The 'King of Trainers' said that like for like sales fell 2.3% in the first quarter to 25 April - making it the latest retailer to set out a grim picture for the UK High Street.

Fake QR code car park scams soar and many victims get a parking ticket too

Yesterday

Drivers have lost thousands of pounds in the scam that sees criminals stick fake QR codes over legitimate parking payment signs.

Lidl changes loyalty scheme... and some shoppers are far from happy

Yesterday

Sweeping changes in force since Tuesday mean Lidl loyalty scheme members now collect points rather than reward coupons.

Best Sipp providers: How to pick a platform for your pension

Yesterday

Sipps give you control over your pension investments. The best Sipp provider will be low-cost, while offering what you need to reach your goals. See our top picks.

Best investment platforms: How to choose the right account for you

Yesterday

Choosing the right investing platform is crucial but a wealth of choice can leave investors scratching their heads. We pick some of the best.

ALEX BRUMMER: Why the bond traders who REALLY run our economy will watch today's local elections with trepidation

Yesterday

Rachel Reeves never tires of blaming the former Tory prime minister Liz Truss for 'crashing' the British economy.

Oil prices fall below $100 a barrel over Middle East peace hopes: When will petrol prices drop?

Yesterday

Crude oil has dropped below $100 a barrel again as it looks like a peace deal could be worked out between the US and Iran.

Best cash Isa savings rates: Easy access and fixed deals in our tables

Yesterday

This is Money's best cash Isa tables are updated as new deals arrive and highlight the top easy access and fixed rate Isas from banks and building societies.

Poundstretcher needs restructuring plan which would see rents slashed at 300 stores to avoid administration

Yesterday

The budget retailer's lawyers said the group had been struggling in the face of weak consumer confidence and inflationary pressures.

Ten countries to move to where people say they're happy but also affordable to live in

Yesterday

New research cross references the happiest countries in the world, with the most affordable.

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