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This week's top savings deals explained

19th 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.

Slower UK inflation could mean consumers have more choice when it comes to savings accounts providing real returns.

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Moneyfacts pick of the week

19th 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 one of the top five-year fixed ISAs from Close Brothers Savings and a 95% LTV mortgage from Barclays Mortgage.

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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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This week's top mortgage deals explained

18th February 2026

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

Affordability pressures ease despite some of the lowest fixed mortgage rates continuing to rise.

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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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This week's top ISAs explained

17th February 2026

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

Savers have a record number of ISAs to choose from as time is running out to use up this year’s allowance.

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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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What to expect if you're looking to get on the property ladder in 2026

10th February 2026

Despite ongoing affordability issues, conditions in the first-time buyer market show signs of improvement.

Despite ongoing affordability issues, conditions in the first-time buyer market show signs of improvement.

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Is 50 too late to plan your dream retirement?

9th February 2026

If you’re approaching 50 or are already 50 and haven’t started planning yet, then don’t worry – it’s not too late to make a start.

If you’re approaching 50 or are already 50 and haven’t started planning yet, then don’t worry – it’s not too late to make a start.

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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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Best finance products and providers 2026 - as decided by consumers and experts

5th February 2026

Feedback from hundreds of thousands of consumers helped crown the best-in-class.

Feedback from hundreds of thousands of consumers helped crown the best-in-class.

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Relief for borrowers as mortgage affordability expected to improve

29th January 2026

Mortgages may reach their most affordable level since 2021, if rates fall and wages increase as expected. Read more on how mortgage affordability could improve in 2026.

Mortgages may reach their most affordable level since 2021, if rates fall and wages increase as expected.

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This week's top mortgage deals explained

18th February 2026

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

Affordability pressures ease despite some of the lowest fixed mortgage rates continuing to rise.

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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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Moneyfacts pick of the week

19th 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 one of the top five-year fixed ISAs from Close Brothers Savings and a 95% LTV mortgage from Barclays Mortgage.

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This week's top savings deals explained

19th 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.

Slower UK inflation could mean consumers have more choice when it comes to savings accounts providing real returns.

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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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This week's top ISAs explained

17th February 2026

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

Savers have a record number of ISAs to choose from as time is running out to use up this year’s allowance.

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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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What to expect if you're looking to get on the property ladder in 2026

10th February 2026

Despite ongoing affordability issues, conditions in the first-time buyer market show signs of improvement.

Despite ongoing affordability issues, conditions in the first-time buyer market show signs of improvement.

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