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Money insights

Latest insights into what's going on behind the headlines, and what you can do to make your cash work harder for you from the money.co.uk team:

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02 April 2024

How savers can make the most of their money before the end of the tax year

April is an important time for savers to move their money.

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01 February 2024

The top interest rates for savers as the base rate remains at 5.25%

There are still competitive deals on savings accounts as the Bank of England decides to hold the base rate at 5.25%.

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16 January 2024

How to get a savings account above 6%

Switching current accounts could unlock an impressive interest rate on your savings

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05 January 2024

Savings rates peaked six months ago - but what does this mean for 2024?

Fixed-rate savings had interest rates above 6% last year, compared to today’s top rate of 5.30%.

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14 December 2023

How interest rates on savings accounts compare to the frozen base rate

The Bank of England's monetary committee decided to hold the base rate at 5.25% for a third time.

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24 November 2023

What the Autumn Statement means for your savings

ISAs had a moment in the spotlight with some key changes coming in 2024.

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Latest guides

See our most recently published comprehensive guides to money matters across all categories:

03 June 2025

How To Start Your Emergency Fund

An emergency savings fund can be a godsend when life sends you a curve ball. Here’s how to start an emergency fund for those urgent unexpected bills.

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03 June 2025

What are Regular Savings Accounts?

A regular savings account can be a great place to save for a big purchase. This guide explains what you need to know about regular savings accounts.

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02 June 2025

Tips for Travelling on a Budget

Do you love to travel but need to save money? Follow these top tips for travelling on a budget.

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20 December 2024

8 practical tips to separate your personal and business finances

Discover how to differentiate your business and personal spending with this essential five-minute guide.

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23 October 2024

Withdrawing Cash Abroad

This in-depth guide explains the different options available for accessing cash abroad, how much each one costs and how to avoid excessive fees.

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03 June 2024

Should You Pay in Local Currency?

When spending overseas, you might be asked if you want to pay in the local currency or sterling. We explain why choosing the local option can be cheaper.

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Research and reports

At money.co.uk we don't just report the news, we also carry out our own research and investigations to help make better sense of personal finance. Here are our latest reports:

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02 June 2025

What missing a single payment can ultimately cost you

What happens if you're late to a payment, or miss one entirely, and how long you have to fix it before the costs start piling up

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