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The Renault Twingo is back: But can the electric 'Le Frog' match the much-loved 90s original?

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The much awaited Renault Twingo has arrived and Ray Massey has reviewed the sub-£20k city EV. Is it an even better buyer than the original iconic nameplate?

FTSE pares some of its losses with oil back to $100 as naval blockade of Strait of Hormuz begins - MARKETS LIVE

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The relief seen across markets last week after the announcement of peace talks has vanished after talks broke down over the weekend.

Britain 'faces stagflation and recession' as oil soars back to $100 a barrel

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The price of oil shot back above $100 a barrel on Monday as Britain's battered economy lurches towards stagflation and recession

Rising oil price lifts returns for investors in WS GUINNESS GLOBAL ENERGY FUND

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Rising fuel prices triggered by Iran conflict, are bad news - but investors with money in energy funds have benefited from a compensating increase in the value of their holdings.

SMALL CAP IDEA: Ilika has cracked problems that have beaten BYD, Toyota and Samsung

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Ilika, the business in question, also appears to have resolved many of the limiting issues that have thwarted the world's biggest carmakers and battery manufacturers.

Mortgages vanishing at record speeds: Typical deal now exists for just EIGHT days as lenders rush to raise rates on Iran conflict

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People seeking a new mortgage are finding the best deals are vanishing in a matter of days, as lenders pull them from the market or increase the rate.

Retirees moving to Australia, Canada and New Zealand set to miss out on £77,585 thanks to frozen state pension

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Britons retiring in popular later-life hotspots like Canada, New Zealand and Australia have their state pension payments frozen when they move.

Best cash Isa rates 2025: Our pick of the five top deals

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We pick our five favourite cash Isas for savers. This is essential reading to help you choose a top savings account for your money that can also protect you from tax.

Money transfer firm Wise confirms it is on track to switch primary listing from the UK to the US next month

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Wise is expected to shift its primary listing from the UK to the US next month, as the money transfer firm reported soaring income in its latest results.

Vistry appoints replacement boss sooner than expected and shares fall this morning

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Shares in Vistry fell this morning following the appointment of a new boss, with current boss Greg Fitzgerald stepping down sooner than expected.

How do I find out if my state pension is right? 17 years of HRP are missing from my record: STEVE WEBB replies

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If my NI record shows 'no full years' from 1979 to 1996 how can my pension be correct? I have queried this many times with the DWP but do not feel it's being treated seriously.

The EV that charges in FIVE MINUTES coming to Britain: We drive the Denza Z9GT - China's most expensive car yet costing £100,000

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The Denza Z9GT is available to order this month and promises blistering performance and jaw-dropping charging times. We've driven it to find out if its worth the £100k price tag.

TEN new tax year tips to get your finances off to a flying start: How to boost your Isas, pensions and savings

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A new tax year means a clean slate. It's the perfect time to make sure your money works for you in 2026/27, say Clare Stinton and Helen Morrissey of Hargreaves Lansdown.

Chinese cars will take over Britain's roads. I've tested them and here's what you need to know before you buy one, says motoring editor ROB HULL

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Everywhere you look on the roads today there are cars with new and unfamiliar names and badges you may not have seen before. And chances are they're Chinese.

The trick to NEVER running out of money in retirement… and beating inheritance tax

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Most of us sleep better if we know we have a reliable source of income, especially in times of political upheaval.

Jaecoo's UK boss reveals how £29,000 SUV is wooing the Range Rover set

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The firm, which came to the UK less than two years ago, is competing for the so-called 'Chelsea tractor' brigade.

RUTH SUNDERLAND: We're facing the great private credit peril

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The thought of world leaders and central bankers having to navigate the complexities of a rescue with Donald Trump thrown into the mix defies contemplation.

Property flipping at its lowest in a decade as tax and renovation costs sting

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The number of run-down properties being spruced up and sold on for a profit has halved in the last decade, research shows.

First-time buyers have paid QUADRUPLE the amount of stamp duty since tax break ended

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The Government has raked in more than half of the stamp duty paid by first-time buyers from just one region, according to property portal Rightmove.

Avoid the auto-renewal trap: Are YOU overpaying for insurance by not shopping around?

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Shopping around when your car, home and other insurance products are up for renewal can be a quick way to shave money off your monthly bills.

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