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Bank of England cuts base rate to 4.25% – what it means for your savings
08 May 2025
Bank of England cuts base rate to 4.25% – what it means for your savings
The Bank of England just cut the base rate for the second time this year. Here’s why it happened, what it means for your money, and what savers should do next.
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What are safe haven assets – and should you invest in them?
10 Apr 2025
What are safe haven assets – and should you invest in them?
With global markets in turmoil, safe haven assets like gold and cash can offer stability. Learn how these investments help protect your portfolio during times of economic uncertainty.
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10 Mar 2025
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Why you should open multiple savings accounts
13 Mar 2025
Why you should open multiple savings accounts
If growing and protecting your money is important to you, then adding a second, third, or fourth savings account to your portfolio is a good idea. Discover four reasons why you should open multiple savings accounts.
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Base rate cut to 4.5% – what savers should do next
06 Feb 2025
Base rate cut to 4.5% – what savers should do next
The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee has reduced the base rate to 4.5%. Find out what this means for your savings, how it affects interest rates, and what you should do next.
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Private school VAT prompts a rethink in finance strategy
28 Jan 2025
Private school VAT prompts a rethink in finance strategy
VAT on private schools comes into effect in January 2025. How are they preparing their finances to safeguard their income? Read our article to find out.
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Compound interest explained: understanding the benefits of early saving
18 Dec 2024
Compound interest explained: understanding the benefits of early saving
Understanding compound interest can transform your savings and give you a greater return on your deposits. We’ve put together this beginner’s guide, explaining what compound interest is and how it works.
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Bank of England cuts base rate to 4.75% – what this means for your savings
07 Nov 2024
Bank of England cuts base rate to 4.75% – what this means for your savings
Inflation has fallen below the Bank of England’s target. With the Monetary Policy Committee voting to reduce the base rate to 4.75%, we analyse what this means for your savings, and how smart savers are moving quickly to secure the best rates.
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The Autumn Budget and your savings: what you need to know
30 Oct 2024
The Autumn Budget and your savings: what you need to know
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her first Autumn Budget to Parliament today. From changes to Capital Gains Tax to State Pension rises, we take a closer look at some of the key announcements.
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