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Bank of England Rate Cut: Impact on 2026 Finances

The Bank of England has cut interest rates to 3.75%, the lowest since 2023. Discover how this and falling inflation will affect your mortgage, savings, and cost of living in 2026. Plan your finances now.

Bank of England cuts interest rates to 3.75%

The Bank of England has cut its base rate to 3.75%, the lowest since February 2023, offering relief to borrowers. Discover what this means for your mortgage and savings.

UK house price growth slows, London values fall

Annual UK house price growth eased to 1.7% in October, with London seeing a 2.4% drop. Experts anticipate a Bank of England rate cut, potentially boosting mortgage offers. Read the full analysis.

NHS Pay Row: Doctor's £100k Salary Sparks Debate

A heated debate on NHS salaries erupts after a consultant calls her £100,000 wage 'pathetic', while a teacher highlights the vast pay gap within the public sector. Share your views.

Klarna AI halves staff, boosts pay 60%

Klarna's AI investment has reduced its workforce by nearly half while increasing average employee pay by 60%. Discover how technology is reshaping the buy now, pay later sector.

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.

Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%

New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.

Junior Doctors Reject Pay Offer, NHS Strikes Escalate

Health Secretary Wes Streeting accuses junior doctors of holding the country to ransom after they reject inflation-busting pay deal, triggering fresh NHS walkouts that threaten to cripple healthcare services.

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.

Tube strikes cancelled after RMT pay deal agreement

London Underground workers have accepted a groundbreaking pay deal, ending threat of further Tube strikes. The RMT union's agreement brings 5% pay rise and includes major concessions on working conditions.

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.

Norway Wealth Fund Rejects Musk's £44bn Tesla Pay Deal

In a dramatic shareholder revolt, Norway's massive sovereign wealth fund has voted against Elon Musk's controversial compensation package, dealing a significant blow to the Tesla CEO ahead of the company's annual meeting.

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.

NHS Pay Fury: Unions Threaten Winter Strike Action

Major healthcare unions have rejected the government's proposed 3% pay rise for NHS workers, branding it 'completely inadequate' and threatening coordinated strike action that could cripple health services this winter.

2024 Income Tax Changes: What You'll Really Pay

Millions of UK workers face significant income tax changes from April 2024. Our comprehensive guide breaks down exactly how the new tax rates and thresholds will impact your take-home pay.

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.

UK Living Wage Set for Major Increase in 2024

Millions of low-paid workers across Britain are set for a welcome pay boost as the National Living Wage prepares for its largest increase in years, providing crucial financial relief during the cost of living crisis.

Real Living Wage: Record 2025 pay rise announced

Millions of UK workers are set for a significant pay rise as the Real Living Wage receives its largest-ever increase, outpacing government minimum rates and tackling the cost of living crisis.

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