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Today's top ISAs explained

4th March 2026

Each day the Moneyfactscompare.co.uk content team round up and discuss the very best ISA rates available in the UK. Compare and apply today.

Top easy access ISA rates edge higher, as savers are spared further changes in the Spring Statement.

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This week's top mortgage deals explained

4th March 2026

Each week the Moneyfactscompare.co.uk content team round up the very best mortgage rates available in the UK. Compare and apply today.

While some of the lowest fixed mortgage rates have dropped this week, further cuts are never guaranteed.

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Spring Statement 2026 overshadowed by global conflict: How might your finances be affected?

3rd March 2026

Conflict in the Middle East “could have very significant impacts on global and UK economies”, warned the Office for Budget Responsibility.

Conflict in the Middle East “could have very significant impacts on global and UK economies”, warned the Office for Budget Responsibility.

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Over 2.7 million people are expected to pay tax on their savings interest: Are you one of them?

27th February 2026

As an increasing number of people are footing an income tax bill on their savings, now could be the time to consider an ISA.

As an increasing number of people are footing an income tax bill on their savings, now could be the time to consider an ISA.

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Moneyfacts pick of the week

27th February 2026

The Moneyfacts Pick of the Week showcases the best of the latest products or rate changes to hit the consumer finance market.

This week's selection features a competitive easy access cash ISA from Plum and a two-year fixed rate mortgage from Yorkshire Building Society.

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This week's top savings deals explained

26th February 2026

Each week the Moneyfactscompare.co.uk content team round up and discuss the very best savings rates available in the UK. Compare and apply today.

Over 6.5 million current accounts with balances of more than £10,000 are making no return, seeing many consumers miss out on earning savings interest.

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Odds of winning with Premium Bonds worsen: Is it time savers looked elsewhere?

24th February 2026

National Savings & Investments also revealed it's slashing the Premium Bond prize fund rate.

National Savings & Investments also revealed it's slashing the Premium Bond prize fund rate.

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Lloyds launches bumper cashback offer on current accounts, savings and more

24th February 2026

Consumers who switch to eligible Lloyds Bank current accounts could earn £200 cashback, with the opportunity to earn more by opening certain savings or investment accounts. Find out more about this offer.

Consumers could receive £200 cashback by switching to an eligible Lloyds Bank current account, with the opportunity to earn even more cash rewards.

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“Wake-up call” for savers as investments outperform cash ISAs for a consecutive year

23rd February 2026

Stocks and shares ISAs returned three times more than cash ISAs, on average, over the past year.

Stocks and shares ISAs returned three times more than cash ISAs, on average, over the past year.

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Earn up to £600 by switching to a Barclays ISA

18th February 2026

There’s an additional £400 up for grabs for those who switch to its Premier Current Account – bringing the total value up to a possible £1,000.

There’s an additional £400 up for grabs for those who switch to its Premier Current Account – bringing the total value up to a possible £1,000.

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UK inflation plummets to 3.0%, raising expectations of a base rate cut

18th February 2026

UK inflation in January 2026 eased to 3%, its lowest level in 10 months. Find out what this could mean for your money.

UK inflation in January 2026 eased to 3%, its lowest level in 10 months.

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NatWest introduces a £150 current account switch bonus, but how does it compare?

17th February 2026

Customers could earn a £150 cash bonus by switching to an eligible NatWest account, as well as the chance to earn 7.00% AER on their savings. Find out how to get this offer.

Customers could earn a £150 cash bonus by switching to an eligible NatWest account, as well as the chance to earn 7.00% AER on their savings.

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Credit card spending increases as the cost of borrowing hits a 20-year high

17th February 2026

Even though credit cards remain popular, the cost of borrowing is at its highest level in 20 years. However, there are ways to cut the cost of credit card debt. Find out more.

Credit cards remain popular, but the cost of borrowing is at its highest level in 20 years.

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Savers have “more choice than ever before” but rates continue falling

16th February 2026

Savers have a record number of savings and ISAs to choose from in February, which could help boost competition between providers.

Savers have a record number of savings and ISAs to choose from, which could help boost competition between providers.

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Chance to earn up to £1,000 cashback with a Moneyfarm stocks and shares ISA

13th February 2026

This limited time offer from Moneyfarm could give stocks and shares ISA investors a cash boost this ISA season. Find out how to qualify for the cashback reward.

This limited time offer from Moneyfarm could give stocks and shares ISA investors a cash boost this ISA season.

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Is your loyalty costing you hundreds of pounds in interest?

11th February 2026

Savers urged to consider lesser-known providers to avoid missing out on almost £300 in interest.

Savers urged to consider lesser-known providers to avoid missing out on almost £300 in interest.

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This week's top mortgage deals explained

4th March 2026

Each week the Moneyfactscompare.co.uk content team round up the very best mortgage rates available in the UK. Compare and apply today.

While some of the lowest fixed mortgage rates have dropped this week, further cuts are never guaranteed.

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Lloyds Bank kicks off 2026 with a new £250 switching bonus

6th January 2026

Customers who switch their current account to an eligible Lloyds Bank account before 3 February 2026 could get a cash boost of £250. Find out how to qualify for this offer and how it compares.

Customers who switch their current account to an eligible Lloyds Bank account before 3 February 2026 could get a cash boost of £250.

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Today's top ISAs explained

4th March 2026

Each day the Moneyfactscompare.co.uk content team round up and discuss the very best ISA rates available in the UK. Compare and apply today.

Top easy access ISA rates edge higher, as savers are spared further changes in the Spring Statement.

Read More
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Moneyfacts pick of the week

27th February 2026

The Moneyfacts Pick of the Week showcases the best of the latest products or rate changes to hit the consumer finance market.

This week's selection features a competitive easy access cash ISA from Plum and a two-year fixed rate mortgage from Yorkshire Building Society.

Read More
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This week's top savings deals explained

26th February 2026

Each week the Moneyfactscompare.co.uk content team round up and discuss the very best savings rates available in the UK. Compare and apply today.

Over 6.5 million current accounts with balances of more than £10,000 are making no return, seeing many consumers miss out on earning savings interest.

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Coronation of King Charles III: What’s changed between 1953 and 2023?

5th May 2023

With King Charles III to be crowned at Westminster Abbey this Saturday, we take a look at what’s happened in the 70 years since the last coronation.

With King Charles III to be crowned at Westminster Abbey this Saturday, we take a look at what’s happened in the 70 years since the last coronation.

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NatWest introduces a £150 current account switch bonus, but how does it compare?

17th February 2026

Customers could earn a £150 cash bonus by switching to an eligible NatWest account, as well as the chance to earn 7.00% AER on their savings. Find out how to get this offer.

Customers could earn a £150 cash bonus by switching to an eligible NatWest account, as well as the chance to earn 7.00% AER on their savings.

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No surprises as the Bank of England holds the base rate at 3.75%

5th February 2026

Although the base rate remains unchanged in February, could there be cuts later on in 2026?

Although the base rate remains unchanged in February, could there be cuts later on in 2026?

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