ANZ warns of 'extended period' of high mortgage rates
Homeowners in Australia face a prolonged period of high interest rates as ANZ abandons plans for cuts. The RBA holds the cash rate at 3.6% amid stubborn inflation. Read the full analysis.
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Mortgage rate rise adds £422 to monthly payments
Average UK mortgage rates have increased slightly, adding hundreds to monthly costs. We break down the impact on buyers and what experts predict for the rest of the year.
Fertility Doctor's 15 Honest Truths For Pregnancy
A London fertility doctor reveals 15 crucial facts everyone trying for a baby needs to know, from period health to IVF eligibility. Get the expert advice now.
US Foreclosures Soar 20% in Economic Warning
US foreclosure filings surge nearly 20% annually as higher mortgage rates and inflation strain homeowners. Explore the latest housing market data and economic concerns.
Bank Governor faces backlash over mortgage comments
Andrew Bailey's suggestion that struggling homeowners should 'just absorb' higher mortgage payments sparks outrage as Nationwide reports significant payment increases for thousands.
Nurse's fake pilot husband in 15-child surrogacy scam
Marybeth Davis faces justice after orchestrating an elaborate surrogacy deception, fabricating a pilot husband and forging documents to carry 15 children for desperate couples.
UK lenders slash mortgage rates after inflation fall
Nationwide and Lloyds Banking Group announce significant mortgage rate reductions following improved inflation data, providing relief for borrowers across Britain.
RBA holds rates at 12-year high amid cost crisis
The Reserve Bank of Australia maintains its tough stance against inflation, keeping interest rates at 4.35% while households face mounting financial pressure from rising expenses across housing, utilities and essentials.
Nationwide cuts mortgage rates in market shake-up
Britain's largest building society cuts selected mortgage rates by up to 0.31%, offering relief to borrowers amid ongoing cost of living pressures. Find out which deals are changing.
Nationwide Slashes Mortgage Rates in Market Move
Nationwide Building Society has launched significant mortgage rate cuts across its product range, offering relief to borrowers amid changing market conditions.
UK firms failing staff on IVF support, hidden costs revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals British companies are leaving staff to shoulder crippling IVF costs, with many forced into debt or abandoning family dreams altogether.
RBA Holds Rates as Inflation Surprise Rattles Economy
The Reserve Bank of Australia maintains current interest rates despite unexpected inflation data, signalling cautious optimism amid economic uncertainty. Analysis of what this means for mortgages and the broader economy.
Barefoot Investor: RBA flying blind on rates
Financial guru Scott Pape delivers scathing assessment of Reserve Bank's interest rate decisions, claiming Australians are paying the price for economic mismanagement in cost of living crisis.
Climate anxiety stops Gen Z having children
Exclusive research reveals how climate change fears and economic pressures are causing young adults to question having children, with mental health impacts reaching crisis levels.
Mortgage Rate War: Lenders Slash Costs
Barclays, HSBC and Santander lead charge with significant mortgage rate reductions, offering relief to borrowers amid shifting economic landscape. Find out which deals could save you thousands.
Delaying Parenthood Fuels UK Donor Egg Crisis
Leading fertility specialists reveal how Britain's rising maternal age is creating unprecedented demand for donor eggs, with IVF clinics struggling to meet needs as more women face biological clock realities.
Mortgage crisis squeezes UK household budgets to breaking point
Exclusive analysis reveals the devastating domino effect of rising mortgage costs on UK families, with essentials becoming unaffordable as financial pressure mounts.
Scottish hydro firms face ruin over backdated rates
Small-scale hydro businesses in Scotland are confronting financial catastrophe after being hit with staggering backdated rates demands from assessors, threatening the future of renewable energy across the Highlands.
Trump's IVF Bombshell Impacts Millions of Americans
In a stunning political move, Donald Trump has announced support for IVF restrictions that could affect millions of Americans seeking fertility treatment, sparking nationwide concern among prospective parents and medical professionals.
UK Banks Cut Mortgage Rates: Barclays, Lloyds, Halifax, NatWest
Barclays, Lloyds, Halifax and NatWest have all announced significant mortgage rate reductions this week, offering relief to homeowners and buyers amid changing economic conditions.
UK Housing Market Crisis as Major Lenders Issue Warnings
Halifax and Nationwide issue stark warnings about UK property market stability as inflation and interest rate pressures mount. Exclusive analysis reveals growing concerns for homeowners and buyers.
Single women face longer NHS IVF waits
Exclusive analysis reveals stark regional disparities in NHS fertility treatment, with single women experiencing significantly longer waiting times across England despite government promises to end the IVF postcode lottery.
NHS fertility postcode lottery hits young women with cancer
Shocking investigation reveals how your location determines access to vital fertility-preserving treatments for female cancer patients across England's NHS.
Padded bike seats may harm male fertility
Groundbreaking research reveals that soft, padded bicycle seats may be damaging sperm quality and motility, posing unexpected risks to male fertility and fatherhood dreams.
CBA deals crushing blow to mortgage holders
Australia's largest lender Commonwealth Bank warns of significant mortgage pain ahead as interest rates are predicted to climb, leaving homeowners facing financial strain.
IVF Breakthrough: Scientists Uncover Embryo Development Secret
Groundbreaking research from University of Southampton reveals why some embryos develop successfully while others fail, potentially revolutionising fertility treatments and IVF success rates.
Bank of England Holds Interest Rates at 5.25%
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee votes 7-2 to maintain current interest rates. Discover the immediate impact on mortgages, savings, and the UK housing market amidst ongoing inflation concerns.
Premium Bonds Beat Bond Market Bullies
Exclusive analysis reveals how National Savings & Investments' Premium Bonds are defying financial giants and complex markets, offering a compelling, accessible alternative for UK savers seeking security and the chance of tax-free wins.
NatWest and RBS Slash Fixed Mortgage Rates
In a significant move, NatWest and Royal Bank of Scotland have announced sweeping cuts to their fixed-rate mortgage deals, offering hope to borrowers amidst the cost-of-living crisis.
UK IVF Scandal: Wrong Sperm Donor Used in Fertility Treatment
Exclusive: A major UK fertility clinic error led to the wrong sperm donor being used for multiple patients, triggering a nationwide investigation by the HFEA and leaving families in turmoil.
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