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Lloyds slashes free overdraft from £250 to £50

Lloyds Banking Group shocks customers by reducing its interest-free overdraft buffer from £250 to a mere £50 from November, impacting millions across Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland accounts.

Australia's £50BN Debt Interest Time Bomb

Australia is facing a severe fiscal crisis as interest payments on its national debt are projected to skyrocket, consuming an ever-larger portion of the federal budget and threatening future economic stability.

Barclays charges £100 fee for 67p overdraft

A Barclays customer was left in shock after being charged a staggering £100 fee for a minuscule 67p overdraft. Read the full story of this banking scandal and how to protect yourself from similar charges.

9 Banking Hacks to Slash Bills & Boost Savings

A leading money expert shares nine crucial but often overlooked banking tricks that can protect you from sneaky fees, maximise your savings, and put hundreds of pounds back in your pocket. Discover the easy switches you can make today.

Lloyds Slashes Free Overdraft Buffer to £50

Lloyds Banking Group is dramatically reducing its interest-free overdraft buffer from £300 to just £50 for millions of customers from November, a move experts warn will hit struggling households hardest.

Trump Administration Plots to Curb Fed Independence

Exclusive reports reveal the Trump administration is actively exploring legal avenues to exert unprecedented influence over the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions, sparking fears of political interference in the US economy.

Newsom's Bed Bath & Beyond Donor Scandal Exposed

California Governor Gavin Newsom is embroiled in a major political scandal after accepting a $100,000 campaign donation from Bed Bath & Beyond's former CEO just weeks before the company's collapse, raising serious conflict of interest allegations.

Savings Crisis: 75% of Top Accounts Vanish

Exclusive analysis reveals a savings crisis as the number of best-buy accounts plummets by 75%, costing UK households billions in lost interest amid the inflation squeeze.

UK Private Sector Growth Hits Nine-Month High

In a major boost for the UK economy, a key business survey reveals the fastest growth in private sector output in nine months. Driven by strong demand in the dominant services sector, the S&P Global/CIPS flash PMI surged to 53.3, signalling robust expansi

New Zealand Enters Recession as GDP Contracts Again

New Zealand's economy has officially entered a recession, with GDP contracting 0.1% in the last quarter of 2023. High interest rates and inflation are blamed for the downturn, marking a challenging start for the new coalition government.

Treasury's Fiscal Rules Become Dangerous Growth Bottleneck

Exclusive analysis reveals how the UK's rigid fiscal framework, designed for stability, is now actively hindering economic recovery, suppressing growth, and exacerbating the cost-of-living crisis. Experts warn the Treasury's orthodoxy is no longer fit for

UK Inflation Hits 2% Target, First Time Since 2021

In a dramatic shift, UK inflation has hit the Bank of England's 2% target for the first time in nearly three years. This sharp fall from April's 2.3% fuels intense speculation about an imminent interest rate cut, offering relief to millions of households.

UK Inflation Plummets to 2.3%, Easing Cost of Living

In a dramatic shift, UK inflation has hit the Bank of England's 2% target for the first time in nearly three years. Discover how falling energy prices are putting money back in your pocket and what it means for interest rates.

UK Inflation Rises, Halting Bank of England Rate Cuts

UK inflation unexpectedly jumped to 2.3% in July, dashing hopes for an August interest rate cut. Soaring air fares and rising clothing costs are blamed, putting the Bank of England's next move under intense scrutiny.

UK Inflation Surges on Higher Food and Energy Prices

New data reveals a sharp rise in UK inflation, driven by escalating food and energy costs. The ongoing conflict in Ukraine continues to disrupt global supply chains, pushing prices higher and intensifying the cost of living crisis for British families.

UK Inflation Rises to 2.5%, Dashing Rate Cut Hopes

In a fresh blow to household budgets, UK inflation rose to 2.5% in April, driven by soaring energy bills and stubborn service costs. The surprise jump dashes hopes for an imminent Bank of England interest rate cut, prolonging the cost-of-living squeeze fo

Trump's Finance Guru Tipped for Shock Fed Chair Role

Exclusive: Scott Bessent, a key Trump ally and hedge fund billionaire, emerges as the frontrunner to replace Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve Chair, signalling a potential dramatic shift in US monetary policy.

Watchdog clears Shapps for defence startup role

Ethics watchdog faces backlash for approving former defence secretary Grant Shapps' controversial transition to a private defence startup, raising concerns over conflicts of interest.

Lloyds Bank offers 6.25% savings rate

Lloyds Bank has introduced a new savings account offering an impressive 6.25% interest rate. Find out if this limited-time deal is the right move for your money.

Fed holds rates amid economic uncertainty

The Federal Reserve maintains interest rates amid mixed economic signals, while Aviva and Goldman Sachs adjust strategies in response to shifting market conditions.

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