5 top UK tech stocks

The UK market has never been considered a fertile hunting ground for tech stars. But there are plenty of promising companies beyond the old economy, says Michael Taylor of Shifting Shares

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Bank of England hikes interest rates to 4.25%

The Bank of England raised rates by 0.25% following a surprise jump in inflation.

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Whisky as an investment: Turning wee drams into profits

Investing in whisky can yield attractive profits for the drink’s enthusiasts, says Chris Carter.

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3 VCTs to consider as we near the end of the tax year

Venture Capital Trusts come with risks, but offer generous tax allowances that could entice investors ahead of the tax increases coming in April.

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Government expected to delay increase in state pension age to 68

The increase in state pensions age to age 68 could be shelved amid concerns over falling life expectancy.

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Bank bailouts are bullish for bitcoin and gold

The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and Credit Suisse has shaken investor confidence in the global financial system. Dominic Frisby explains what this means for gold and bitcoin

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What is happening to house prices?

House prices may have been slowing down, but asking prices are on the rise. We look at the latest on what is happening to house prices as ONS releases its latest annual data

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UK inflation jumps to 10.4% in February

The rate of inflation increased in February following two months of falls, increasing pressure on households and the Bank of England ahead of its interest rate meeting tomorrow.

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HMRC: UK property transactions down by nearly 20%

The latest data from HMRC reflected the long-lasting effects of the mini-Budget on the UK property market and house prices.

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What happened to Credit Suisse?

UBS acquired Credit Suisse at £2.65bn on Sunday afternoon – significantly below its closing value on Friday, which was around £7bn. We take a look at what happened to this former Swiss champion.

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Can I avoid IHT by stuffing all my money into a pension?

The ditching of the lifetime allowance could enable millions of pension savers to avoid inheritance tax. We explain how.

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Profit from the rise of shareholder activism in Japan’s small companies

A professional investor tells us where he’d put his money. Daniel Lee, head ofJapan Research, AVI Japan Opportunity Trust, highlights three promising stocks.

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Rightmove: UK house prices up £3,000 as property market rebounds

Rightmove’s latest house price index shows the property market has been resilient despite an economic downturn

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How to get a council tax reduction

Council taxes will go up next month, but some people can get a discount. We explain who can get a council tax reduction

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