FTSE 100 falls on weak oil and metals prices
The FTSE 100 retreated 74.52 points to 10,048.21, weighed down by falling oil and precious metals prices. Defence stocks gained amid geopolitical tensions. Discover the full market analysis.
The FTSE 100 retreated 74.52 points to 10,048.21, weighed down by falling oil and precious metals prices. Defence stocks gained amid geopolitical tensions. Discover the full market analysis.
Beat the January blues with our pick of six charming UK country house hotels, each featuring a spa and rooms for under £160 per night. Perfect for a post-festive reset.
American control of Venezuela's vast oil reserves could lead to cheaper crude, lowering petrol prices and household bills for UK consumers. Experts analyse the potential impact.
New data reveals the UK's top 20 property hotspots and cold spots for 2025. See which postcodes saw the biggest price rises and falls, from Suffolk to Sunderland.
UK house prices ended 2025 on a softer note but were resilient overall, says Nationwide. Forecasts predict 2-4% growth for 2026. Read the full market analysis.
Nationwide reports UK house prices were resilient in 2025 despite a soft December. Forecasts suggest 2-4% growth for 2026. Read the full market analysis.
New Lloyds data reveals the UK's top property hotspots for 2025, with Plymouth seeing a 12.6% surge. Discover where values soared and where they fell sharply. Explore the full regional analysis now.
An American woman moving to the UK reveals her biggest surprise: UK pillows are larger, making her US bed linen useless. Discover the everyday items that differ across the Atlantic.
An American woman moving to the UK shares her surprising packing mistakes, from ill-fitting bed linen to wrong-sized baking trays. Discover the everyday items that aren't standard globally.
Plymouth recorded the UK's steepest house price rise in 2025, up 12.6%. Discover the hotspots, London's slump, and the latest property market trends.
Precious metals rally as investors bet on Fed rate cuts. Silver leads gains, oil prices climb, and markets await key Trump-Zelenskyy meeting. Get the latest market analysis.
Asian markets showed a split performance in thin holiday trade following a subdued Wall Street session. Tensions rose over Taiwan as China conducted military drills. Discover the latest on gold, oil, and key indices.
Discover the best Apple AirPods deals in the 2025 Boxing Day sales, hand-picked by senior tech critics. Save on AirPods 4, Pro 2, and Pro 3 models at Argos, John Lewis, and Amazon.
US drivers are receiving a festive 'gift' as petrol prices plunge to their lowest level in four years this December. Discover which states have the cheapest fuel.
UK drivers enjoy a Christmas gift as average petrol prices plunge to their lowest level in four years. Experts predict the trend may continue into 2026. Find out where fuel is cheapest and why.
US motorists find relief as average petrol prices drop below $3 a gallon this December, the lowest festive season cost since 2020. Discover the state-by-state breakdown and the economic factors at play.
The Met Office confirms 2025 is tracking to beat 2022 as the UK's warmest year on record, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Discover the climate data and what it means for Britain's future.
The UK's competition watchdog reveals drivers are paying too much for petrol and diesel as pump prices fail to reflect falling wholesale oil costs. Discover the full findings.
Chloe and Connor Ellis sold their Barnsley home and are now globetrotting with their two young sons, discovering that exploring Southeast Asia costs less than monthly rent in the UK. Follow their journey.
Two Australian influencers were stunned by UK pub prices, spending just £20 at Wetherspoons for a marathon drinking session. See their incredible bargain booze haul.
UK drivers see relief as average petrol price falls below £2.90 a gallon, the lowest in over four years. Experts predict further drops into 2026. Find out where fuel is cheapest.
New analysis reveals London house prices fell nearly 2% in a month after the budget, with Kensington & Chelsea losing £237k annually. Discover the UK's property winners and losers.
UK inflation fell to its lowest level since May, driven by slowing price rises for groceries like cheese and pasta. Discover which costs are easing and which are still climbing.
UK inflation fell to 3.2% in November, a larger drop than economists predicted. The decrease was driven by lower food prices. Read the latest analysis.
Britons face steep Christmas food price hikes, with festive chocolate up 70% and turkey costs rising by £15. Discover which supermarkets have the lowest inflation and how to save.
UK drivers have been overcharged by £5bn since 2022 as petrol stations fail to reflect falling wholesale oil costs. Find out why pump prices remain stubbornly high.
UK fans heading to the 2026 World Cup can now budget as stadium beer prices are revealed, ranging from a bargain £2.04 in Mexico to over £10 in the USA. Discover the cost at England's potential venues.
Senior tech critic uncovers surprising price cuts on the iPhone 17 Pro Max and other Apple models from John Lewis, O2, and more. Discover the top savings now.
Mitchells & Butlers raises menu prices by 3.2% as steak costs soar 30% and wage bills increase. Discover how this impacts your favourite pubs.
Soaring cinema ticket prices, driven by blockbusters like Wicked: For Good, are making family film nights a luxury. Discover expert tips on how to save on your next cinema visit.