Lloyds sees annual profits jump 12% in spite of motor finance hit
The high street lending giant reported a 12% jump in pre-tax profits to £6.66 billion for 2025. Lloyds Banking Group…
Top financial resolutions for 2026 revealed in survey
The start of a new year is the ‘perfect time’ to reset financial goals according to Pensions UK, which commissioned…
31% of married over-65s ‘hiding secret assets from their spouse’
One in seven older people said they had hidden assets from their spouse worth £50,000 or more, Co-op Legal Services…
Targeted support could see 18 million savers offered help in next decade
The new type of help will mean firms can make specific suggestions to consumers to help them decide what to…
FirstGroup snaps up sightseeing bus operator for £17 million
The FTSE 250 company told shareholders it has acquired the UK sightseeing operations of French firm RATP Developpement SA. Transport…
US unions call for Netflix and Warner Bros Discovery merger to be blocked
The US streaming giant Netflix said that it agreed to buy Warner Bros Discovery film and TV studios business in…
William urges investors to grasp ‘extraordinary possibilities’ on offer in Wales
The Prince of Wales hailed the King for his leadership in championing Welsh innovation. The Prince of Wales has hailed…
FCA launches tool to help investors recognise signs of investment hype
The tool, which has been designed for mobile use, mirrors group chat-style discussions that investors have with their peers. A…
LIVEHalfords sales and profits tick higher as cycling demand jumps
Bosses said the business was buoyed by a ‘recovery’ in the cycling market, warm summer weather and ‘fantastic’ sales of…
Reeves should be more ambitious on tax reform to boost economic growth – IFS
The Institute for Fiscal Studies’ director Helen Miller called on the Chancellor to be more ambitious about measures to boost…
