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Stock markets tumble and gold and silver soar as Trump steps up efforts to seize Greenland

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The FTSE 100 tumbled back towards the 10,000 mark today as Donald Trump intensified his push to take control of Greenland.

How much you need saved in your pension at every age for a stellar retirement

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If you have no idea whether you are saving enough to just scrape by or if you'll enjoy a prosperous retirement, you are far from alone.

Britain's 100 worst savings accounts revealed... is YOURS on our list? We name and shame the big banks offering dreadful rates

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They all pay a pittance - at best just 1.51pc - despite the Bank of England base rate standing at 3.75pc.

Marks & Spencer technology officer quits less than a year after crippling cyber attack

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Josie Smith, the retailer's chief technology officer, is the latest on its digital and technology team to leave. A spokesperson for the High Street chain said that she has 'decided to leave M&S.'

Edinburgh Worldwide defeats Saba for a second time after record investor turnout

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Saba's proposals only needed a simple majority, or more than 50 per cent of votes cast, to pass at the meeting.

What's happening with gold, silver and copper? A chief investment officer on why prices have soared and what could happen next

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Today we have seen gold soar to new highs, as Trump's dogged pursuit of Greenland and threats of tariffs against European nations cause ripples in the markets.

AJ Bell boss warns Chancellor's Isa reforms 'doomed to fail' in encouraging people to invest

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The boss of one of the UKs biggest stockbrokers has warned that Rachel Reeves's Isareforms, unveiled in the Autumn Budget, are 'doomed to fail' in their aim of getting people to invest.

How to get cheaper home insurance: Compare quotes to save money

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If you're looking at increased bills and wondering how to cut costs, here are steps you can take to make your home insurance cheaper.

Majestic Wine toasts 'best ever Christmas' as record numbers of last-minute shoppers stock up on booze

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Overall sales inched up 0.9 per cent over the five weeks to 29 December, compared with the same period the year before, while customer numbers jumped 11 per cent.

Netflix beefs up £62billion bid for Warner Bros in Hollywood takeover tussle

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In another twist in the takeover tussle gripping Hollywood, the streaming giant agreed to pay $27.75 per share in cash for the studio behind films from Casablanca to and Harry Potter.

How to boost your bank balance with minimal effort: Ways to make money on the side

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Need a cash boost this January? One in three of us will have run out of our monthly income as we fork out more on energy bills and recover from Christmas spending...

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

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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.

The healthy money habits that can you sleep easy: TOBY WALNE on how to boost your financial wellbeing

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If you are reluctant to start an intense gym routine or commit to a restrictive diet that forces you to give up your favourite food, consider the anti-ageing tricks that revolve around your wallet.

How to win the money game at EVERY stage of life: Tips to help you grow your wealth in each decade

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It's easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of life without taking the time to stop and think about your finances.

Annual rents fall for the first time in 15 years - here's where they are slipping the most

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Rents ended 2025 below where they started for the first time on record, according to the latest figures from Hamptons.

The 20 best cities for first-time buyers to get on the property ladder - and the places to avoid

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Between soaring house prices, which now average £270,000 across the UK, and stubborn mortgage rates, it is an increasingly difficult market for young buyers.

The sneaky excuse car insurers are using to hike premiums for blameless drivers: JEFF PRESTRIDGE

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We all rely upon insurance companies to sell us effective financial cover against misfortune, yet sometimes their actions don't paint the industry in a terribly good light.

Don't just help pubs! More than 130 hotel bosses write to Rachel Reeves for industry-wide rates relief

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Rachel Reeves has been warned her proposed relief package for pubs must extend to other hospitality firms too.

The best bank accounts: Compare switch offers and more perks

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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.

Property asking prices rise over £9,000 in a MONTH on average... but a third of new sellers have to cut later on

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House asking prices saw the largest spike in any month since 2015 in January, new data from Rightmove suggests.

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