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Britons Sitting on a £23 Billion Goldmine in Unused Gift Cards

UK's £23bn Unused Gift Card Problem Revealed

A financial awareness campaign reveals a staggering £23 billion in unused gift cards sits dormant in the UK. Learn how to find, spend, or donate your forgotten balances to start the new year smarter.

100-Month Car Loans: Experts Warn of 'Madness' as Costs Double

Why a 100-month car loan is a bad financial move

Financial experts caution against 100-month auto loans, revealing how lower monthly payments lead to paying double the car's price in interest and leaving you 'underwater' for years.

Democrats Launch Legal Challenge to Trump's CFPB Overhaul

Democrats Sue Over Trump's CFPB Changes

US Democrats file a lawsuit against the Trump administration's restructuring of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. The move aims to block a rule they argue weakens consumer protections.

Cash ISA Limit to Drop to £12,000 in 2027 as Households Build £207bn Buffer

Cash ISA limit cut to £12,000 from 2027

UK households hold £207bn in cash ISAs, a 14% annual rise, as they build savings buffers. The annual cash ISA limit will be reduced to £12,000 from April 2027. Learn what this means for your savings strategy.

Panthera Finance Criminal Charges Dismissed in Landmark Debt Ruling

Debt Collection Charges Dismissed Against Panthera

Criminal charges against debt firm Panthera Finance dismissed after court rules it wasn't technically collecting. Consumer Affairs Victoria ordered to pay costs. Read the full analysis.

Cop30 Ends Without Fossil Fuel Deal as Climate Finance Gap Widens

Cop30 ends without fossil fuel deal, finance gap widens

UN climate talks in Belém conclude without major breakthrough on fossil fuels or deforestation. Developing nations demand urgent adaptation finance as funding falls short. The world's most vulnerable left exposed.

The Hidden Cost of Counting Coins: Why I Refuse to Use Cash Machines

The Hidden Cost of Counting Your Spare Change

Adrian Chiles discovers the shocking fees of coin counting machines after a car park forces him back to cash. Is your small change worth the cost? Read his cautionary tale.

Forget the Rainy Day Fund! Consumer Expert Reveals Why You Don't Need Thousands Stashed Away

Why You Don't Need a Massive Rainy Day Fund

Leading consumer expert reveals why traditional emergency fund advice is outdated and how smarter financial strategies can protect you without draining your savings.

Fury as FCA's £4bn Car Finance Scandal Compensation Scheme Accused of Robbing Victims

FCA's £4bn Car Finance Scheme 'Robbing Victims'

Exclusive: The Financial Conduct Authority's proposed compensation scheme for the car finance mis-selling scandal faces massive backlash for potentially short-changing victims out of billions.

Extreme Budgeting Secrets: How I Saved £10,000 in Just 12 Months

Extreme Budgeter Saves £10,000 in 12 Months

Discover the incredible money-saving strategies that helped one determined budgeter save £10,000 in a single year through extreme financial discipline and clever lifestyle changes.

UK Credit Card Alert: Millions Face Balance Transfer Shock as Lenders Slash 0% Offers

UK Credit Card Shock: 0% Offers Slashed

Exclusive: British cardholders are being hit with a double whammy as banks dramatically reduce interest-free balance transfer periods while hiking minimum payments. Discover how to protect your finances.

FCA Under Fire: UK Watchdog Faces Surge in Consumer Complaints Over Financial Services

FCA Under Fire Over Soaring Consumer Complaints

The Financial Conduct Authority faces mounting criticism as consumer complaints against financial firms skyrocket, revealing serious gaps in investor protection and regulatory oversight.

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