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Rare Earth Firm Scraps UK Plant Plans

A leading rare earth materials company has abruptly cancelled plans to build a major processing plant in the UK, dealing a significant setback to Britain's critical minerals strategy and green technology ambitions.

KPMG consultant leaked Bank of England rate data

Exclusive investigation reveals how a senior KPMG consultant improperly obtained and shared confidential Bank of England interest rate information, sparking regulatory scrutiny and raising serious questions about financial sector integrity.

Lloyds Bank Faces FCA Motor Finance Probe

The Financial Conduct Authority launches investigation into Lloyds Banking Group's motor finance practices, potentially impacting millions of customers and leading to significant compensation claims.

Japan Courts Wall Street Firms in Challenge to London

Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party, under former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's influence, is actively persuading major Wall Street firms to establish operations in Tokyo, creating new competition for London's financial dominance.

Digital Money: The Regulatory Challenge Ahead

As cryptocurrencies and central bank digital currencies transform global finance, regulators face unprecedented challenges in maintaining stability and protecting consumers in this new financial frontier.

9 Essential Money Checks Before 2025

Financial experts reveal the crucial money audits you need to conduct now to protect your finances from common pitfalls and boost your savings potential.

Barefoot Investor Crisis: La Trobe Account Frozen

Scott Pape's Barefoot Investor community faces a major crisis as La Trobe Financial abruptly freezes its popular Cash Management Account, blocking access to funds for more than 120,000 account holders.

Expert: One Scenario Could 'Wipe Out' Your Pension

A leading financial expert issues a stark warning about a single economic event that could devastate pension pots across the UK. Discover what it is and how to protect your retirement savings.

FCA censures Admiral over PPI complaint mishandling

The Financial Conduct Authority has publicly censured Admiral Insurance for systematically mishandling PPI complaints, failing to properly investigate claims, and unfairly rejecting customers.

FCA: UK Finance's Old Tech Poses 'Significant' Risk

The UK's Financial Conduct Authority has raised a major red flag, revealing that a large portion of the nation's finance sector is dangerously reliant on outdated technology, posing a severe threat to operational resilience and consumer protection.

Google fined €2.1bn by EU for market dominance abuse

The European Commission has slapped Google with a massive €2.1 billion antitrust fine for illegally favouring its own shopping comparison service in search results, marking a major escalation in Brussels' battle with Big Tech.

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