A fan asked Martin Lewis for help with how to build up their savings Martin Lewis shared his thoughts on Premium Bonds(Image: ITV) Martin Lewis has set out the rules over tax on Premium Bonds as he offered advice to a saver. The prize fund rate for Premium Bonds presently stands at 3.6 percent, with
From April 2026, how self-employed business owners and landlords report income to HMRC is changing. Making Tax Digital has been talked about and advertised for years, and while it finally comes into force in three months time, there are still thousands of businesses which are not ready. Who will be affected HMRC will use figures
DSP Mutual Fund has launched the DSP Multi Asset Omni Fund of Funds, an open-ended fund-of-fund scheme that invests across equity, debt and commodity-oriented mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The scheme seeks to simplify investing for individuals who do not actively track markets or manage asset allocation across cycles. The fund uses DSP Mutual
The deal includes travel, mobile phone and AA breakdown cover By HELEN KIRRANE, REPORTER, THIS IS MONEY Updated: 00:01, 4 February 2026 Chase customers will now be able to get travel insurance, breakdown cover and phone insurance through their banking app. The JP Morgan-owned bank has ventured into the insurance market with the launch of
Stay informed with free updates Simply sign up to the Mining myFT Digest — delivered directly to your inbox. A US government-backed mining investment fund has agreed to buy a 40 per cent stake in Glencore’s copper and cobalt projects in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the first big investment in the country since Washington
Donald Trump promised to cut energy prices by 50%. Instead, average electricity prices over the past year have risen by about 6.7%, while natural gas prices have increased by 10.8%. Energy prices are influenced by many factors beyond any president’s direct control, including market conditions, weather-driven demand, regional infrastructure constraints and the rapid growth of
Barnsley has been rebranded as Britain’s first “tech town”, with ministers unveiling plans to use artificial intelligence to improve local schools, healthcare and businesses as part of the government’s push to embed AI across the economy. The designation was announced by the technology secretary Liz Kendall, who said the South Yorkshire town would act as
Tuesday 03 February 2026 4:01 pm | Updated: Tuesday 03 February 2026 4:02 pm Share Facebook Share on Facebook X Share on Twitter LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn WhatsApp Share on WhatsApp Email Share on Email MB Structured Investments, a UK-based structured investment company founded by Naser Taher, Chairman of MultiBank Group, and Robbie Briginshaw, ex Head
Drivers planning to buy a new petrol or diesel car next year may face an eye-watering extra cost before they even leave the dealership. From April 2026, the first-year tax bill for almost 60 models will rise to £5,690, following another increase to Vehicle Excise Duty (VED). The hike comes after a major overhaul of
UK homeowners can reduce monthly costs and boost their home’s efficiency 14:45, 03 Feb 2026Updated 15:13, 03 Feb 2026 Wickes has shared expert advice to save money this winter at home(Image: Getty ) Wickes experts are urging UK households to invest in a cheap ‘handy’ little gadget that could help them shave money off their