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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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This week's top savings deals explained

16th July 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.

Several providers raise savings rates as the number of accounts available hits a record high.

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Student account perks 2026: Where to find cash bonuses, takeaway vouchers and the chance to win up to £100k

15th July 2026

Santander, Nationwide BS and Lloyds Bank are among the latest brands to unveil their student account perks for 2026. But, how do they compare?

Santander, Nationwide BS and Lloyds Bank are among the latest brands to unveil their student account perks for 2026. But, how do they compare?

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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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This week's top mortgage deals explained

15th July 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 continue to fall this week, but how long will this trend last?

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This week's top ISAs explained

14th July 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.

Several providers continue to make competitive increases to their range of ISAs.

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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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Moneyfacts pick of the week

10th July 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 current account switching deal from The Co-operative Bank and a fixed mortgage deal from Nationwide BS.

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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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Mortgage approvals plummet to lowest level in two and a half years

29th June 2026

Prospective mortgage borrowers seem to have showed caution amid market uncertainty, but could the outlook improve this summer? Find out more

Prospective mortgage borrowers seem to have showed caution amid market uncertainty, but could the outlook improve this summer?

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The Co-operative Bank scraps foreign card fees across all current accounts

29th June 2026

In a further boost ahead of the summer holidays, it’s also lowered the monthly fee on its Everyday Extra account (with perks worth over £640).

In a further boost ahead of the summer holidays, it’s also lowered the monthly fee on its Everyday Extra account (with perks worth over £640).

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Receive up to 4.69% AER with NS&I’s new British Savings Bonds

24th June 2026

NS&I increases rates across its fixed bond products – but how do they compare?

NS&I increases rates across its fixed bond products – but how do they compare?

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Santander launches market-leading Regular Saver paying 8% AER

23rd June 2026

The Regular Saver is available to new and existing Santander current account customers – including those with its fee-free Everyday Current Account.

The Regular Saver is available to new and existing Santander current account customers – including those with its fee-free Everyday Current Account.

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Interest-free credit card offers flourish as borrowers face “debt time bomb"

23rd June 2026

Credit cards with a 0% introductory period have flourished in recent months, which is good news for borrowers facing record-high interest costs. Find out about the latest credit card trends.

Credit cards with a 0% introductory period have flourished in recent months, which is good news for borrowers facing record-high interest costs.

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Keir Starmer resigns as Prime Minister: How might your finances be affected?

22nd June 2026

Borrowers are warned that political volatility could lead to higher interest rates.

Borrowers are warned that political volatility could lead to higher interest rates.

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Bank of England holds base rate at 3.75% as US and Iran sign initial peace deal

18th June 2026

After holding the base rate at 3.75% for the fourth time, how could the initial peace deal between the US and Iran affect the Bank of England’s next steps? Learn more.

How could the initial peace deal between the US and Iran affect the Bank of England’s next steps?

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Moneyfacts pick of the week

10th July 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 current account switching deal from The Co-operative Bank and a fixed mortgage deal from Nationwide BS.

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This week's top mortgage deals explained

15th July 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 continue to fall this week, but how long will this trend last?

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This week's top savings deals explained

16th July 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.

Several providers raise savings rates as the number of accounts available hits a record high.

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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

14th July 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.

Several providers continue to make competitive increases to their range of ISAs.

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Introducing the Moneyfactscompare.co.uk Awards!

15th May 2024

As of 2025, the Moneyfacts Consumer Awards will be renamed the Moneyfactscompare.co.uk Awards.

As of 2025, the Moneyfacts Consumer Awards will be renamed the Moneyfactscompare.co.uk Awards.

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HSBC offers current account switchers an attractive £220

15th June 2026

HSBC launches one of the most competitive cash rewards for switching to a standard current account.

HSBC launches one of the most competitive cash rewards for switching to a standard current account.

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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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