Have you started your spring cleaning? Many of us get to this time of year, the sun shining through our windows, highlighting the items in our home we no longer want. If now is the time for a declutter, don’t forget that those things in your home have value. You can sell them and use … Read more
There has been a lot of press coverage in recent weeks around the UK government’s borrowing costs and how a rise in gilt yields means it’s costing more to service our debt. Whilst this has impact on the government’s spending plans and means less money for public services it can also negatively affect your pension, … Read more
Traveling may be a thrilling experience for most, but it’s essential to plan and prepare for any unforeseen events. An important element planning a holiday is deciding if you need travel insurance. Travel insurance covers you against unexpected events, such as medical emergencies, trip cancellations, or lost luggage, and ensures you have a stress-free and … Read more
Fluorescent face paint. Bunk beds in dormitories. Whisky served up in plastic buckets on moon-lit stretches of sand. It’s been two decades since my first visit to Thailand: the country was part of a year-long backpacking trip when my only financial concerns were when to splash out on a private room with aircon and when … Read more
Unlock the White House Watch newsletter for free Your guide to what Trump’s second term means for Washington, business and the world US inflation climbed to 2.7 per cent in June, surpassing expectations and signalling that Donald Trump’s tariffs are hitting prices. Tuesday’s annual consumer price index figure was up from 2.4 per cent in … Read more
Image Pexels CC0 License Running a restaurant may have been something you have dreamed of for a long time. So, now you’ve realized your dream, it’s crucial to ensure your business is sustainable and achieves long-term success. Unfortunately, the hospitality industry has experienced many ups and downs in recent years. The pandemic really took its … Read more
The Fintech Times Bi-Weekly News Roundup takes a look at the latest fintech stories from around the world on Tuesday 15 July 2025. Appointments Community finance provider Salad has appointed Craig Pennington, formerly of Fair4All Finance, where he led investment partnerships to support inclusive lending. Salad, a UK CDFI and Fair4All investee, serves full-time workers excluded … Read more
In today’s blog, I am going to be talking about online transcription jobs in the UK. Transcription work can be a great opportunity for anyone who has nimble fingers, a fast typing speed and is looking for home-based work. So it could be perfect for students, teenagers, and mums (or dads) who have a bit … Read more
Wells Fargo’s second-quarter earnings topped analysts’ expectations, David Paul Morris/Bloomberg Wells Fargo’s second-quarter financial results exceeded expectations, with the company reporting net income of $5.5 billion, or $1.60 per share, Tuesday. On an earnings-per-share basis, Wells’ earnings were up 20% from a year ago and 15% from the three months ending March 31. The increase … Read more
By Dale Kasprzyk, Matthew Haslinger and Eric Wischman Banking is a relationship business. Whether it’s working with customers face to face in a branch or supporting their needs via a mobile application, one of the most important factors customers consider is the trust they place in our financial institutions (FIs) to address their needs with … Read more