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The best cash ISAs this week

12th August 2025

Several providers cut rates as ISAs remain popular among savers.

Market-leading easy access ISA rate falls following last week’s base rate reduction.

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Mortgage cuts spike in August, though market remains cautious

12th August 2025

Average mortgage rates have fallen for the sixth consecutive month as of 1 August, with prices now dropping by larger margins compared to the previous month. Find out what this could mean for you if you're looking to refinance to a new deal.

Average mortgage rates have fallen for the sixth consecutive month as of 1 August, with prices now dropping by larger margins compared to the previous month.

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Many top fixed rate bonds continue to fall in August

8th August 2025

Multiple fixed bond sectors saw top rates drop in the month to August. Amid a falling base rate, find what this could mean for your savings.

Multiple fixed bond sectors saw top rates drop in the month to August. Amid a falling base rate, find what this could mean for your savings.

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Your gateway to smarter travel: iFAST Global Bank offers 2% cashback on overseas spending with Multi-Currency Current Account

8th August 2025

Reflecting the demand for borderless banking, the account allows holders to earn interest without worrying about high foreign exchange fees.

Reflecting the demand for borderless banking, the account allows holders to earn interest without worrying about high foreign exchange fees.

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The best UK savings rates this week

7th August 2025

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.

Savers may be running out of time to secure top returns as base rate is cut yet again.

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Average two-year fixed mortgage rate drops below the five-year

7th August 2025

For the first time since September 2022, the average two-year fixed mortgage rate is lower than the five-year average. Is this the return to a more traditional market?

For the first time since September 2022, the average two-year fixed mortgage rate is lower than the five-year average.

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Moneyfacts pick of the week

7th August 2025

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 market-leading easy access account from Chip and the latest two-year fixed mortgage cut from first direct.

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Bank of England cuts base rate to 4.00% despite higher-than-expected inflation

7th August 2025

The base rate fell to 4.00% in August after the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee narrowly voted in favour of a cut. Find out why and what it means for your money.

The base rate fell to 4.00% in August after the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee voted in favour of a cut.

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The best UK residential mortgage rates this week

6th August 2025

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

The majority of the lowest fixed mortgage rates hold steady ahead of base rate announcement.

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Over £100 million in Premium Bond prizes left unclaimed: Are you a lucky winner?

5th August 2025

With £100 million in Premium Bonds waiting to be claimed, it’s not too late to check if you're a lucky winner of one of these tax-free cash prizes.

With £100 million in Premium Bonds waiting to be claimed, it’s not too late to check if you're a lucky winner of one of these tax-free cash prizes.

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ISA deposits surge by £3.6 billion in June following reform concerns

29th July 2025

The latest Money and Credit report revealed an extra £3.6 billion was deposited into ISAs in June, as mortgage borrowing and approvals also rose. Find out more.

The latest Money and Credit report revealed an extra £3.6 billion was deposited into ISAs in June, as mortgage borrowing and approvals also rose.

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How 40-year mortgages can be a flexible lifeline for first-time buyers

28th July 2025

A 40-year mortgage can help first-time buyers get on the property ladder with smaller monthly payments. But overpaying could save thousands of pounds in interest.

A 40-year mortgage can be a flexible lifeline by helping first-time buyers get on the property ladder with smaller monthly payments.

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Get a £180 cash boost this summer by switching to Santander

25th July 2025

Santander is offering a current account switch incentive of £180, which could provide a welcome cash boost to customers this summer.

Santander is offering a current account switch incentive of £180, which could provide a welcome cash boost to customers this summer.

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NS&I raises rates on its one-year bonds, but how competitive are they?

24th July 2025

NS&I makes a welcome increase to its one-year fixed savings bonds after recently cutting returns across some of its other products.

NS&I makes a welcome increase to its one-year fixed savings bonds after recently cutting returns across some of its other products.

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Neglected generation of savers have paid the price for low rates, as £1 saved in 2020 now worth 89p

23rd July 2025

Many will have lost money in real terms as savings accounts fail to keep up with inflation.

Many will have lost money in real terms as savings accounts fail to keep up with inflation.

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TSB launches new switching offer for July

22nd July 2025

High street bank, TSB, has launched its latest switching incentive, where customers can earn £190 for switching to an eligible account as well as a host of extra rewards. If you're thinking about moving accounts this summer, find out more about this offer here.

High street bank, TSB, has launched its latest switching incentive, where customers can earn £190 for switching to an eligible account.

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The best UK residential mortgage rates this week

6th August 2025

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

The majority of the lowest fixed mortgage rates hold steady ahead of base rate announcement.

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Moneyfacts pick of the week

7th August 2025

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 market-leading easy access account from Chip and the latest two-year fixed mortgage cut from first direct.

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Over £100 million in Premium Bond prizes left unclaimed: Are you a lucky winner?

5th August 2025

With £100 million in Premium Bonds waiting to be claimed, it’s not too late to check if you're a lucky winner of one of these tax-free cash prizes.

With £100 million in Premium Bonds waiting to be claimed, it’s not too late to check if you're a lucky winner of one of these tax-free cash prizes.

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Bank of England cuts base rate to 4.00% despite higher-than-expected inflation

7th August 2025

The base rate fell to 4.00% in August after the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee narrowly voted in favour of a cut. Find out why and what it means for your money.

The base rate fell to 4.00% in August after the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee voted in favour of a cut.

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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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Could an air source heat pump help combat the rising cost of living?

29th April 2022

In an attempt to combat the rising cost of living, homeowners are increasingly looking for ways to lower their energy costs – and one option that’s growing in popularity is installing an air source heat pump. But could it be worth considering?

Homeowners are increasingly looking for ways to lower their energy costs – one option that’s growing in popularity is installing an air source heat pump.

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Bank of England increases interest rates to near 15-year high

11th May 2023

This is the 12th consecutive rise to the base rate since December 2021.

This is the 12th consecutive rise to the base rate since December 2021.

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The best cash ISAs this week

12th August 2025

Several providers cut rates as ISAs remain popular among savers.

Market-leading easy access ISA rate falls following last week’s base rate reduction.

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