Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com has launched its Joybuy platform in the UK, aiming to compete with Amazon. UK retailers face potential 'collateral damage' as the company brings its scale and technology to the market.
Homeowners may face an extra £3,000 annually on mortgage payments due to Trumpflation, with Bank of England modeling oil prices above $120 and inflation at 6.2%.
Drivers risk losing thousands in a Facebook Marketplace car scam. Searches for cars for sale near me surged 52%. Experts warn of cloned car fraud.
NatWest announces new funding for Gensmile Limited to expand and transform South West dental practices into centres of clinical excellence, boosting digital dentistry and local training.
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UK homeowners could face an extra £280 per month if worst-case inflation materialises, warns Moneyfacts, with potential annual increases of £3,380.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced the cash ISA limit will drop to £12,000 in 2027, but state pensioners aged 65+ retain the £20,000 allowance.
A new £2,000 yearly cap on pension salary sacrifice from April 2029 is causing 39% of firms to consider scrapping schemes, worsening the UK's under-saving crisis.
69% of UK adults face unexpected bills averaging £10,996, but emergency savings average only £3,553. Experts urge building a rainy day fund to cover the shortfall.
Santander, NatWest, Lloyds, and Halifax are closing 52 bank branches before the end of May, continuing a trend of over 6,700 closures since 2015.
Go.Compare data reveals 2.9 million motorists have been fined for driving uninsured. Experts warn of £300 fines and 6 penalty points.
Martin Lewis warns over £30 billion in UK pensions are lost, with average pot worth £10,000. He urges over 40s to use free tools to reclaim forgotten funds.
Petrol and diesel drivers are facing a £55-£60 tax burden per tank due to rising fuel prices, driven by the Iran war. Diesel prices surged 36.5% in nine weeks, pushing fill-up costs to £134.50.
The DWP has increased benefits for polygamous spouses by 4.8%, allowing additional claims for those married overseas, as long as bigamy laws are not violated.
Octopus announces €584 million investment in 321 MW onshore wind farms across France, Germany, and Poland, benefiting over 250,000 homes with clean energy.
Martin Lewis advises holidaymakers to pay in local currency to avoid poor conversion rates. He also clarifies hotel refund rules for DIY vs package bookings.
HMRC is sending letters to 1.5 million UK households reminding parents to update Child Benefit claims before August 31 to avoid losing up to £1,406.60 per year.
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The DWP benefit cap limits total benefits for most people under State Pension age. It affects 10 specific benefits, with a maximum of £14,753 for single adults outside London.
Lisa and Pann, a family-run Malaysian restaurant in Moseley, successfully applied to Birmingham City Council to extend its opening hours until 9pm, sparking local joy.
Nationwide has issued a 10-day warning over £100 bonus payments. Members await Fairer Share announcement on May 21, subject to financial performance and board approval.
Olton Golf Club in Solihull has been granted a premises licence to serve alcohol to the public for specific events, despite resident objections over noise disturbance.
The UK Government announces mandatory eye tests for drivers over 70, with licences revoked if standards not met, aiming to improve road safety.
The Wind Academy in Blyth secures over £42,000 from the Business Growth Fund to expand training facilities for offshore and onshore wind turbine technicians, supporting the renewable energy sector.
TSB is set to vanish from UK high streets following its acquisition by Santander. The near £3 billion deal creates the UK's third-largest bank with 28 million customers, but no immediate changes for account holders.
Black and White Engineering, a Newcastle-based data centre specialist, reports a surge in turnover and profits, with significant expansion and workforce growth.
The DWP gains new powers to suspend driving licences for benefit claimants who refuse to cooperate or repay debts, as part of a crackdown on benefit fraud.
Santander has confirmed the closure of 12 bank branches across the UK this week, following its acquisition of TSB. The closures affect locations including Bishop Auckland, Gosport, and Huntingdon.
67% of UK home buyers use overpayments to become mortgage-free by 40. A £150 monthly overpayment on a £250,000 mortgage can save over £40,000 in interest and cut four years off the term.
Yorkshire Building Society warns millions earning over £50,271 face unexpected tax bills due to a frozen Personal Savings Allowance, leaving savers confused and anxious.