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Would you take financial advice from Rishi Sunak?
Desperate times, desperate measures. Climbing from 245th to 238th on the rich list may not qualify as desperate to all readers, but it does to Rishi Sunak. His net worth having slimmed by £11 million last year to a worrying £640 million, Sunak has...

Woman Charged with Credit Card Fraud in Leake County
Bridgette Scott was arrested on Thursday, July 3, 2025, and charged with two counts of credit card fraud. Bridgette ScottAuthorities say Scott allegedly used a debit card to make purchases totaling over $600 while the card’s owner was hospitalized...
We Ran A Stock Scan For Earnings Growth And Nedap (AMS:NEDAP) Passed With Ease
The excitement of investing in a company that can reverse its fortunes is a big draw for some speculators, so even companies that have no revenue, no profit, and a record of falling short, can manage to find investors. But the reality is that when...

HMRC warning as those with £3,500 or more in savings accounts being sent tax bill letters
HMRC may send you a tax bill letter if you have more than £3,500 in your savings account Those with £3,500 or more in savings are being warned they may face a surprise tax bill letter from HM Revenue and Customs in the coming weeks. HMRC is able...

Halifax warning for anyone with this savings account over rates change
Halifax has alerted customers about a key letter going out to savers about a change to their accounts. A confused customer reached out to the bank after receiving a notification in the banking app about a letter they had been sent. The letter made...

Newborns to Receive $1,000 Investment: Eligibility for Trump Child Savings Accounts
Newborns to Receive $1,000 Investment:“Trump Accounts” are new tax‑deferred savings accounts seeded at birth for children in the U.S. Essentially, each eligible newborn receives a one-time $1,000 government contribution into an IRA-like account,...

Worth Man Accused Of Using Palos Hills Resident's Credit Card Info To Buy Gas
Posted Mon, Jul 7, 2025 at 11:21 am CT|Updated Mon, Jul 7, 2025 at 11:22 am CT PALOS HILLS, IL — A Worth man is accused of taking a Palos Hills resident’s credit card info and purchasing gas. Ernest L. Minyard, 49, is charged with identity...

Mastercard launches luxury biometric metal credit card in Bangladesh
Mastercard and Eastern Bank have teamed up to introduce Bangladesh’s first biometric metal credit card. The biometric credit card is part of the high-end World Elite Mastercard portfolio and embeds a fingerprint sensor into its metal body,...

‘Pension, not a savings account’: Cook Islands super fund defends pension model amidst member frustration
Damien Beddoes, chief executive officer of Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund. 24071908 The Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund (CINSF) is designed as a pension scheme, not a savings account, says its chief executive officer,...

Identity-Stealing Device Found On Camden Co. Store's Credit Card Machine
STRATFORD, NJ — A device used to steal shoppers' identities was found Sunday at a Family Dollar store in Camden County. The credit card-skimming device was attached to the register's card machine at the store in Stratford, police said. Anyone who...

Martin Lewis says 4.55% savings account is 'best of both worlds' but 'could go any time'
Personal finance guru Martin Lewis has flagged up a savings account offeringt the best rate of interest - but said it’s the best of both worlds. Speaking on his BBC podcast the Money Saving Expert founder warned that it ‘won’t be around very...

Monthly Savings Vs. SIP: Which Is Better For Wealth Accumulation?
Last Updated:July 20, 2025, 08:00 IST Before making an investment decision, it’s important that investors understand the differences and benefits of traditional saving methods versus mutual fund SIPs. Comparing traditional savings with mutual fund...

Chemical giant to close UK factory with 300 jobs at risk in money-saving bid
Hundreds of jobs are on the line after chemical company, Dow confirmed plans to halt some of its operations in Wales, along with closures at two other European sites. Dow has verified that its basic siloxanes operations in Barry will be wound down...
Pompano Beach Woman Busted In Florida Keys For Stolen Credit Card Spending Spree
Pompano Beach Woman Accused of Charging Over $1,000 on Stolen Card in Big Pine Key MONROE COUNTY, Fla. – A 36-year-old Pompano Beach woman is behind bars after allegedly racking up over $1,000 in charges on a stolen credit card in Big Pine Key....

Why Smart Users Use OneScore to Get Personal Loans Quickly
A personal loan serves as a reliable financial solution for urgent needs. Before approval, lenders evaluate your credit score to determine your eligibility and offer terms accordingly. A strong CIBIL score usually increases your chances of...

How to Downgrade a Credit Card Without Losing Rewards
You could lose the rewards you’ve earned if you cancel a credit card without a plan, and a smarter option… You could lose the rewards you’ve earned if you cancel a credit card without a plan, and a smarter option is to downgrade the card instead....

Advice Pays in Peace of Mind and Time: Vanguard Survey Reveals Hidden Value of Financial Advice
Beyond portfolio returns, personalized advice delivers peace of mind and time back—helping investors feel more confident, supported, and in control. VALLEY FORGE, Pa., July 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Investors who receive personalized financial...

AI: Why financial advice is on the brink of a rapid revolution
Throughout history, every significant leap in productivity has come from effectively harnessing the power to do better things at scale. Coal and steam powered the first industrial revolution. Later, electricity reshaped every corner of business...

Why a Health Savings Account Is an Underrated Wealth Builder
You’re hunched over the kitchen table, flipping through your job’s benefits packet. You see something about a Health Savings Account. Looks like a boring place to stash medical cash. You shrug and skim past. That could be a big mistake — not...