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Discover a range of research articles and personal finance resources from the team at money.co.uk

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UK Business Statistics 2023 - Business Facts and Stats Report

What does it mean to be a business owner in the UK in 2023? We’ve collated the latest business statistics on size, age, owners, location, and more.

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Credit Card Statistics 2023 - Credit Card Facts and Stats Report

Click here for the latest UK credit card statistics for 2023, including data on users, usage, transactions, providers, credit scores, crime, and more.

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Uk Mortgage Statistics And Facts: 2023 | money.co.uk

With the mortgage market changing, we share all you need to know about mortgage rates and borrowing in the UK

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UK Diversity in Business Statistics 2023 - Facts and Stats Report

Celebrate diversity in business with our statistics on women in business, ethnic minorities, and more.

UK Buy-to-Let Statistics: 2023 | money.co.uk

This private rental sector has seen some incredible growth, but how how popular are buy-to-let mortgages and how has the mortgage market changed for landlords?

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Why do people use credit cards?

Taking out credit can allow you to borrow money for a purchase upfront and pay later (usually with added interest). It can be useful for covering unexpected expenses or large ones such as buying a house. But what are the main reasons that people take out credit?

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Credit card providers

If you’re looking to take out a credit card, you may be overwhelmed by the sheer number of options. The right credit card provider for you depends on your own needs, but which are the best reviewed in the UK?

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Where the world wants to get married

A new study reveals the world’s most searched-for countries for a destination wedding.

Trip of a lifetime

Travelling in first or business class is something that many of us will never get to experience. But if you were to embark upon one of these once-in-a-lifetime trips, which airlines are the best, and which would cost the most?

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The most popular ski resorts around the world

A new study reveals the most searched for ski resorts around the world

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Cost of living report

The cost of living has always been a cause for concern amongst the general public, but recent times have seen prices soar significantly. Personal finance experts at money.co.uk have looked into which areas are hit hardest and how things have changed in the last few years.

Global Tourist Taxes

Which city is charging the most tourist tax? By investigating the rates of tourist taxes around the world our experts have revealed the cities which are currently charging visitors the most.

The most popular wedding venues

A new study reveals the most popular wedding venues around the world. Casa Loma in Toronto, Moana Surfrider in Honolulu and London’s Claridges take the top three spots.

The Best Value BBQ Report

Our personal finance team have scoured retailers across the UK to reveal the average cost of a Great British BBQ and which stores to head to for the best value items.

Wedding budget planner

One of the first things to think about when planning a wedding is your wedding budget and how much you can afford to spend, ahead of setting the wedding date.

Pickpocket hotspots

When travelling abroad, it’s important to be switched on to the threat of pickpockets, but which cities do tourists say have the most pickpockets?

The most expensive sports stadiums in North America for fans

Now that fans are allowed back into stadiums, sport is well and truly back. But supporting our favourite sports teams isn’t cheap, so which stadiums are the most budget-friendly?

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45 cities with the most spa break locations

Looking for a spa break? The personal finance experts at money.co.uk reveal that Paris, Barcelona, and Brussels are the best places to go.

Planning a holiday with guaranteed sunshine

Exploring the amazing cities of the world is one of life’s great pleasures. So there's always a good excuse for planning a holiday in the city; whether it’s for a romantic getaway, to spend more time with friends and family, or simply by yourself for some mindful me-time, making sure you have a holiday plan is vital.