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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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This week's top savings deals explained

12th 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.

Could loyalty to the big UK banks see you £293 worse off than if you placed your money in a savings account offered by a challenger bank?

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Moneyfacts pick of the week

12th 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 account from DF Capital and a 0% balance transfer credit card from Lloyds Bank.

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This week's top mortgage deals explained

11th 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.

Some of the lowest fixed mortgage rates edge higher as market uncertainty impacts pricing.

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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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This week's top ISAs explained

10th 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.

The ISA market sees a mix of increases and reductions as base rate is held at 3.75%.

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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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Save your savings: how to engage with the savings market as interest rates change

28th January 2026

This article explains why many savers remain in low-interest accounts and what to consider when reviewing savings as interest rates move.

This article explains why many savers remain in low-interest accounts and what to consider when reviewing savings as interest rates move.

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The Co-operative Bank offers current account switchers £175 boost

28th January 2026

This could be a welcome boost to those still recovering financially from the festive period.

This could be a welcome boost to those still recovering financially from the festive period.

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UK inflation rises to 3.4% in December 2025, but overall decline still expected

21st January 2026

UK inflation increased for the first time since July 2025, rising to 3.4% in December 2025. What does this mean for consumers and their money?

UK inflation increased for the first time since July 2025, rising to 3.4% in December 2025.

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Over-65s are paying more Income Tax on savings interest. Here’s what you should know:

20th January 2026

Discover what this means for retirees and why the increase has been so stark:

Discover what this means for retirees and why the increase has been so stark:

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Last chance for savers to use £20,000 cash ISA allowance looms

19th January 2026

The ‘wait-and-see’ approach “could come at a big cost”, they are warned.

The ‘wait-and-see’ approach “could come at a big cost”, they are warned.

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This week's top mortgage deals explained

11th 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.

Some of the lowest fixed mortgage rates edge higher as market uncertainty impacts pricing.

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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

12th 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 account from DF Capital and a 0% balance transfer credit card from Lloyds Bank.

Read More
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This week's top savings deals explained

12th 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.

Could loyalty to the big UK banks see you £293 worse off than if you placed your money in a savings account offered by a challenger bank?

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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

10th 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.

The ISA market sees a mix of increases and reductions as base rate is held at 3.75%.

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UK inflation rises to 3.4% in December 2025, but overall decline still expected

21st January 2026

UK inflation increased for the first time since July 2025, rising to 3.4% in December 2025. What does this mean for consumers and their money?

UK inflation increased for the first time since July 2025, rising to 3.4% in December 2025.

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Last chance for savers to use £20,000 cash ISA allowance looms

19th January 2026

The ‘wait-and-see’ approach “could come at a big cost”, they are warned.

The ‘wait-and-see’ approach “could come at a big cost”, they are warned.

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