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July 2026 News Archive

Explore our archive of financial news, savings, mortgages and personal finance articles published in July 2026. Browse articles below for key developments, expert analysis and insights from the month.

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July 2026 News

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Inflation pushed to 2.9% in July as energy bills pile on the pressure

19th August 2026

As anticipated, the annual rate of UK inflation rose to 2.9% in July, up from 2.6% in June, thanks to increased gas prices and the new energy price cap.

As anticipated, the annual rate of UK inflation rose to 2.9% in July, up from 2.6% in June, thanks to increased gas prices and the new energy price cap.

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NS&I boosts rates on its newly launched British Savings Bonds

31st July 2026

NS&I joins other providers in raising returns on its fixed savings accounts. But how do its British Savings Bonds compare to the rest of the market?

NS&I joins other providers in raising returns on its fixed savings accounts.

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Bank of England base rate held at 3.75% for a fifth consecutive time

30th July 2026

However, mortgage borrowers and savers shouldn't be complacent.

However, mortgage borrowers and savers shouldn't be complacent.

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UK inflation cools to 2.6% in June

22nd July 2026

As expected, the annual rate of UK inflation dipped to 2.6% in June, down from 2.8% in May, due largely to easing fuel and food prices.

As expected, the annual rate of UK inflation dipped to 2.6% in June, down from 2.8% in May, due largely to easing fuel and food prices.

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Savers risk missing out on hundreds of pounds in interest as competition thrives

16th July 2026

Overall product choice has reached a new record high – with more than half of accounts paying above the base rate.

Overall product choice has reached a new record high – with more than half of accounts paying above the base rate.

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Lloyds Bank offers market-leading savings account paying 8.00% AER

15th July 2026

Lloyds Bank customers can earn a leading 8.00% AER on their savings, if they can deposit between £25 and £250 in a Monthly Saver each month. Find out more.

Lloyds Bank customers can earn a leading 8.00% AER on their savings, if they can deposit between £25 and £250 in a Monthly Saver each month.

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Mortgage rates drop by biggest margin in almost two years

13th July 2026

But, is the positive momentum about to be thrown off course by renewed geopolitical tensions?

But, is the positive momentum about to be thrown off course by renewed geopolitical tensions?

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Are you eligible to earn up to £300 by switching to The Co-operative Bank?

6th July 2026

The Co-operative Bank joins other providers in offering a £200 current account switch incentive, but existing customers could get a higher £300. Find out how to qualify.

The Co-operative Bank joins other providers in offering a £200 current account switch incentive, but existing customers could get a higher £300.

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