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Energy bills are expected to surge in 2027: Here's how to lock in a cheaper fixed energy tariff

Today

The energy price cap was hiked on October 1 and is predicted to rise again in January. If you're not on a fix, you can find tariffs that should save you money in the colder months.

Bank tax raid could spark exodus, City warns Healey

Today

Britain faces an exodus of talent, business and capital if Labour increases bank taxes, the City has warned the Chancellor.

Coca Cola looking to sell Costa Coffee eight years after £4bn takeover

Today

The beverage giant is thought to have revived the sales process for Costa, with the chain expected to fall into the clutches of private equity - which could see stores close.

Noel Gallagher's iconic 'Morning Glory' Rolls-Royce goes to auction with £25,000 estimate

Today

The Rolls-Royce Noel Gallagher was given to celebrate the success of Oasis' second album is up for auction - though the star never drove the vehicle.

Shares in 'Africa's Revolut' dip as biggest debut on London stock market for five years falls flat

Today

Shares in Airtel Money fell on their debut as London's biggest stock market listing for five years fell flat.

Fresh stampede from pensions as savers fear John Healey's Budget will be even worse than Rachel Reeves's

Today

John Healey's Budget is making savers even more nervous than they were in the run-up to the last one under Rachel Reeves - prompting a fresh stampede of cash from pension funds.

My husband isn't leaving me anything in his will, would I be on the hook for fees if he goes into care?

Today

My second husband and I are now both in our 80s. Even though I had the money and wanted my name on the deeds of the property we live in he's always refused.

New homes have 130 defects on average: These are the most common snagging issues to look out for

Today

New-build homeowners report problems ranging from 'swampy' gardens to uneven ceilings and even mould and leaks.

Lloyds launches one-year fixed savings account with a twist - it pays upfront interest in time for Christmas

Today

This feature is a unique incentive and it could be attractive for those looking for extra cash for the festive season. But is there anything to watch out for?

Could rail fares be about to get cheaper? Great British Railways must make ticket prices fair, says watchdog

Today

This is Money examines what GBR is, which rail businesses are affected, how ticket prices could change for customers and why a regulator is looking to step in to rein in GBR.

Savers in Government's Lifetime Isa hit with multiple penalties for withdrawing their own cash - with some facing £11,000 in charges

Today

Tens of thousands of Lifetime Isa savers are being penalised for multiple withdrawals of their own money, new HMRC data has shown.

Ask Steve Webb your pension question on a special This is Money podcast

Today

Steve Webb will be joining Georgie Frost and Simon Lambert on This is Money's podcast on Friday, 16 October. Find out how to ask your question.

How you can beat inheritance tax and the looming pension sting

Today

Tens of thousands of families could escape inheritance tax under proposals announced by Kemi Badenoch. Here's how you could be affected.

Are you a high earner? And do you earn more than your neighbours? Use our calculator to find out

Today

What does it mean to be rich in today's Britain? See how your paycheck stacks up against your peers across the country, based on official data. Let's find out.

Former Deutsche Bank trader becomes sixth to have rate-rigging conviction quashed in just three days

Today

A former Barclays trader whose conviction for rate rigging was quashed this week plans to sue the bank.

Lotus halved its UK workforce last year after Trump tariffs hit sports car sales

Today

Even though the duties were subsequently lowered after negotiations between ministers and US officials, a dampened appetite for its cars continued into the first half of 2026.

Beauty Tech Group bosses cash in £6m after shares surge since London IPO

Today

The Cheshire-based company sells brands including Currentbody Skin, ZIIP Beauty and Tria Laser, which include devices such as LED masks and laser hair removers.

Tesco predicts less boozy Christmas as weight-loss drugs and health drive hit demand for alcohol

Today

The boss of Tesco has said Brits are set to drink less booze this Christmas amid an increased interest in healthy lifestyles.

Upper Crust and Millie's Cookies owner SSP flags lower profits as Middle East conflict disrupts travel

Today

The owner of Upper Crust and Millie's Cookies has warned annual profits will be lower after a sharp fall in passenger numbers.

'Great design should polarise': Jaguar boss Rawdon Glover answers our questions about its make-or-break new EV

Today

We sat down with managing director Rawdon Glover to ask the big questions about the new car and Jaguar's daring strategy.