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Profits in the slow lane at WeBuyAnyCar

By Francesca Washtell Updated: 21:50 GMT, 13 January 2024 Profits at WeBuyAnyCar almost halved after a boom in demand for used cars fizzled out, the company sai... read more

I spent £850 getting my then unborn son’s nursery place – but couldn’t get a refund when plans changed

By Jane Denton Updated: 06:00 GMT, 13 January 2024 A couple have been left £850 out of pocket after securing a nursery place for their then unborn son in 2021,... read more

RAY MASSEY: Motor manufacturers betting on artificial intelligence

By Ray Massey Motoring Editor Updated: 21:56 GMT, 12 January 2024 Gambling on future trends, technologies and fashions has long been central to motor manufactur... read more

MARKET REPORT: Defence stocks fired up after crisis in Red Sea

Defence stocks rose after UK and US military forces launched air strikes against the Yemen rebels responsible for attacks on ships in the Red Sea. Over the past... read more

London’s stock market boosted as two companies reveal plans to float

By Jessica Clark Updated: 21:51 GMT, 12 January 2024 London’s stock market was boosted yesterday as two companies revealed plans to float. London Tunnels ... read more

Citi to slash 20,000 jobs by 2026 after £1.4bn loss

By John-Paul Ford Rojas Updated: 21:50 GMT, 12 January 2024 Citigroup has announced plans to cut 20,000 jobs over the next two years under a turnaround plan led... read more

INVESTING EXPLAINED: What you need to know about KIDs – Key Information Documents

By City & Finance Reporter Updated: 21:50 GMT, 12 January 2024 In this series, we bust the jargon and explain a popular investing term or theme. Here itR... read more

Asda accused of ‘misleading’ MPs over board

By Patrick Tooher Updated: 21:50 GMT, 12 January 2024 Asda has been forced to explain to MPs who sits on its board after a union accused the private equity firm... read more

SHARE OF THE WEEK: Analysts expect 888 to report pre-tax profit of £26m for full year

By City & Finance Reporter Updated: 21:50 GMT, 12 January 2024 All eyes turn to gambling stocks next week with 888 reporting on Wednesday. Analysts are expe... read more

Warpaint posts bumper sales as demand for its lipsticks and eyeshadow soar

By City & Finance Reporter Updated: 21:50 GMT, 12 January 2024 Warpaint has posted bumper sales as demand for its lipsticks and eyeshadow soar. The British ... read more

Finance boss quits Metro Bank after turbulent year for lender

By Leah Montebello Updated: 21:50 GMT, 12 January 2024 The finance boss of troubled Metro Bank has made a shock exit after a turbulent 12 months. James Hopkinso... read more

Should you stick cash in Premium Bonds, a savings account or invest? This is Money podcast

By This Is Money Updated: 19:13 GMT, 12 January 2024 After a good year for Premium Bonds when the only way was up for the prize fund rate, savers got a blow thi... read more

BUSINESS LIVE: UK GDP up 0.3%; Burberry cuts profit target; Vistry cheers easing of mortgage rates

By Live Commentary Updated: 14:13 GMT, 12 January 2024 The British economy expanded by 0.3 per cent in November, surpassing forecasts of 0.2 per cent growth, fr... read more

More than 9,200 M&S workers to receive bumper share payouts

By Helen Kirrane and PA Media Updated: 13:50 GMT, 12 January 2024 More than 9,200 Marks & Spencer employees are set to receive bumper share payouts as the h... read more

Plot to turn WWII blitz tunnels into tourist attraction seeks London stock market listing

London Tunnels plans to float shares with fundraising target of up to £123m  By Angharad Carrick Updated: 10:08 GMT, 12 January 2024 A company planning to res... read more

Stamp duty should be repaid for owners who insulate homes, MPs urge Hunt

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has been urged to introduce the stamp duty rebate MPs and think tanks say it should be given to those who insulate their homes By Harriet... read more

Cross-Border Remittances with Bitcoin and Ripple (XRP)

Cross-border remittances play a vital role in the global economy, with millions of people sending money across borders to support their families and loved ones.... read more

BUSINESS LIVE: US inflation higher than forecast; M&S wins Christmas crown; Tesco lifts forecasts

By Live Commentary Updated: 07:58 GMT, 12 January 2024 The FTSE 100 closed down 75.17 points at 7576.59. Fresh data shows headline CPI rose 3.4 per cent year-on... read more

Premium Bonds prize fund to be slashed amid signs Bank of England will cut base rate in May

By Lucy Evans Updated: 22:03 GMT, 11 January 2024 The premium bonds prize fund will be cut back in March in a setback for millions of savers. National Savings &... read more

Christmas boost for Fortnum & Mason’s as crowds flock to revamped flagship London store

By Daily Mail City & Finance Reporter Updated: 22:03 GMT, 11 January 2024 Fortnum & Mason said more than 6m shoppers came through its doors or shopped o... read more

Crispin Odey took home £29m before stepping down following sex abuse claims

By Mark Shapland Updated: 22:01 GMT, 11 January 2024 Crispin Odey is understood to have pocketed almost £29million at his hedge fund last year before stepping ... read more

John Lewis brings back former boss Peter Ruis to lead its department store business

By Daily Mail City & Finance Reporter Updated: 22:01 GMT, 11 January 2024 Challenge: Peter Ruis (pictured) will become John Lewis’s  executive direct... read more

Car loan firms to be probed over high prices in move that could mean compensation for millions of motorists

By Adele Cooke Updated: 22:00 GMT, 11 January 2024 Probe: The FCA will spend nine months investigating whether commissions paid to brokers before 2021 were unr... read more

Housebuilder Taylor Wimpey blames planning rules for decline in developments

By Jessica Clark Updated: 22:00 GMT, 11 January 2024 One of Britain’s biggest housebuilders blasted planning rules as it reported a sharp drop in the number o... read more