European Markets Rally on Report of Iranian ‘Secret Outreach’ to End Conflict
European markets rally as Iran reportedly seeks secret talks to end Middle East conflict; oil prices retreat.
Category : Markets
Cash Isa Investments Plummet by a Third as Savers Seek Better Returns
Cash Isa investments fell by a third in 2016-17 as low interest rates and tax changes deter savers, with inflation eroding returns.
Premier League Revenue Set to Top £7bn, Dominating Europe
Premier League revenue reached £6.8bn in 2024/25, doubling La Liga's total, and is set to exceed £7bn in 2025/26, driven by broadcast deals and European success.
Salah Could Return to Roma as World Cup Star Snubs Liverpool
Mohamed Salah may return to Roma, while Bradley Barcola is urged to reject Liverpool and stay at PSG, as per Marcel Desailly.
Are Sainsbury's Premium Strawberries Worth the Extra Cost?
A taste test reveals Sainsbury's Taste the Difference strawberries are firmer and perfectly ripe compared to standard ones, justifying the higher price during the 3-for-2 Nectar offer.
Pension Triple Lock Warning: OBR Cites Unaffordability
The OBR warns the pension triple lock could triple UK debt by 2075, as Andy Burnham signals he may keep the policy if he becomes PM on July 20.
FTSE 100 Gains as Nato Rejects Trump's Hormuz Military Call
FTSE 100 rises 0.6% as Nato rejects US call for military action in Strait of Hormuz; oil stays above $100.
FTSE 100 Recovers but Trade War Fears Persist as Wall Street Dives
FTSE 100 rises 2% but remains well below pre-tariff levels as trade war fears persist. Wall Street dives on tariff delay hopes fading.
WiseTech shares surge after White resigns as executive chair
WiseTech shares rose 8.1% after Richard White resigned as executive chair amid a police investigation into allegations he exploited a worker. Raelene Murphy replaces him as chair.
Global Vision International Enters Liquidation, Trips Cancelled
Global Vision International (GVI), a UK travel firm offering wildlife and conservation expeditions, has ceased trading after 28 years and is entering liquidation, cancelling all programmes.
Dunelm's £8 Foldable Fabric Box: 'Sturdy' Storage
Dunelm's Large Foldable Fabric Box, priced at £8, offers versatile storage for bedrooms. Customers praise its sturdiness and usefulness, with a 4.6-star rating.
Halo Trade Drives UK and EU Markets to Record Highs
Investors shift to 'heavy-asset, low-obsolescence' Halo stocks, pushing UK and EU markets to record highs amid AI disruption fears.
World's Biggest Jackpot Game Launches in UK July 2026
The UK's National Lottery operator Allwyn launches Powerball from July 21, offering UK players a chance at £1 billion jackpots shared with US players.
Viagogo UK Divisions Face £15m Tax Bill After HMRC Inquiry
Viagogo UK divisions face £15m tax bill after HMRC transfer pricing inquiry, amid government crackdown on secondary ticketing.
ITV Shares Fall as Ad Revenue Slumps 10% in First Quarter
ITV reports 10% ad revenue drop in Q1, warns of further decline, while digital revenues rise 29% on ITVX streaming growth.
Tesco Doubles Online Booking Window to Eight Weeks for Summer
Tesco extends online delivery slot booking from four to eight weeks ahead, starting July 14 for priority customers and July 21 for all, ahead of summer holidays.
Dub Custom Cars Limited Liquidation Hits UK Auto Industry
Dub Custom Cars Limited, an Essex-based vehicle customisation firm, has entered liquidation as of June 30, 2026, marking another setback for the UK car industry.
Bank of England Holds Rates, Warns of Possible 2026 Rise Amid Iran War
Bank of England holds rates at 3.75% amid Iran war uncertainty; governor Bailey signals possible rise in 2026 if inflation persists.
Tesla Model Y tops UK car sales in June, beating Ford and Kia
Tesla Model Y was the UK's best-selling car in June with 6,765 registrations, followed by Model 3. The SMMT reported overall market growth of 11.4% to 213,166 units, driven by electrified vehicles.
Man City's £116m Summer: Right-Back Targets
Manchester City have spent £116m on Elliot Anderson and are now targeting right-backs. With exits possible, they eye young talents like Givairo Read, Martim Fernandes, and others.
Rare 50p Coin Sells for £250 on eBay
A rare Blue Peter 50p coin sold for £250 on eBay, 500 times its face value. Only 100,000 were minted in 2009.
Trump Builds Granite White House Helipad for New Marine One
President Donald Trump is building a granite helipad on the White House South Lawn to accommodate new, more powerful Marine One helicopters, funded by Sikorsky at up to $6 million.
Set for Life Winning Numbers: July 6 Draw Results
The Set for Life lottery draw on Monday, July 6, offers a top prize of £10,000 every month for 30 years. Winning numbers: 3, 4, 15, 26, 45. Life Ball: 7.
Wall Street Rebounds as Oil Prices Plunge After Trump Postpones Iran Strikes
Global stocks rebound and oil prices plunge after Trump postpones Iran strikes for five days, citing productive talks.
Trump Nominates Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve Chair
Donald Trump nominates Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve chair, replacing Jerome Powell. Warsh, a former Fed governor and critic, faces Senate confirmation.
Gen Z Investing Boom: 30% Enter Markets Early
Nearly 30% of Gen Z start investing before working, driven by economic uncertainty and apps, says WEF report.
Oil Surges to 2023 Highs on Iran War; Stocks Fall as Stagflation Fears Rise
Oil hits 2023 highs as Iran war fears spark stock sell-off; economists warn of stagflation risk from rising energy prices and slowing growth.
ASX Plunges £90bn as Middle East Conflict Drives Oil Price Shock
ASX plunges 2.85%, wiping £90bn, as Middle East conflict drives oil above $100, sparking inflation fears and broad sell-off.
Set For Life Results: Winning Numbers for July 6
The Set For Life draw on Monday, July 6, offers a top prize of £10,000 every month for 30 years. Check the winning numbers here.
Chasing the Perfect Pizza Oven: Soot, Semolina and 62kg of Steel
Our reviewer tested seven pizza ovens in a small garden, enduring soot and heavy lifting. The Gozney Arc Lite emerged as winner; ProCook's oven was best budget buy under £200.
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