Finance In-Depth Features

Why is the UK in a recession when unemployment is falling?

A fall in unemployment masks changes going on in the UK jobs market

A change in the type of work people are doing and the shortfall between earnings growth and inflation explain the reason that unemployment is falling during a double-dip recession.

Downbeat inflation and growth forecasts means more QE likely

Sir Mervyn King presented the Bank of England's Quarterly Inflation report yesterday

The Bank of England published its Quarterly Inflation Report on Wednesday and predicts inflation will stay above two per cent with growth down to 0.8 per cent this year.

Can a monkey with a pin outperform investment experts?

Give me a dart and i'll show you what to do!

Pete Comley, author of a new book called 'Monkey with a pin' explains his perspective on why so many investors fail to earn the returns they expect.

11 great credit cards that cover all types of spending

What credit card should you have in your wallet?

We present the best credit cards for different types of use. From balance transfer and zero interest cards to cashback and low interest credit cards, find the right one for you.

"Sticky" inflation: How will this affect your finances in 2012?

Higher inflation could add to the record squeeze on household finances

Two members of the Bank of England have warned that inflation may stay above 3% in 2012 and not fall towards the bank's target of 2%. What does this mean for your money?

Has QE harmed pensions?

Has the Bank of England's QE policy harmed annuity rates?

Has the Bank of England's quantitative easing policy harmed pension incomes as suggested by a Treasury committee budget report published this week or is the criticism overstated?

How to manage an interest-only mortgage

Holders of an interest-only mortgage need to consider how they will repay the capital

The FSA says 1.3 million people have an interest-only mortgage that matures by 2020 with no way to repay the capital. We show you how to manage the interest-only mortgage timebomb.

A guide to the new tax year 2012-13

The new tax year begins tomorrow, (Friday April 6th 2012) which means employers, employees, pensioners and families will all be affected by rate, allowance and tax changes.

How to minimise Isa charges

Keeping charges low is key to getting a good return

Investing in a stocks and shares Isa or a self-select Isa can be a minefield with performance fees, annual fees, initial fees and transaction fees to consider. Find out how to minimise charges.

ISA countdown: How to invest in a self-select ISA

A self-select ISA allows you to manage your own investments

Self-select ISAs allow you to manage your own investments and choose exactly what funds you invest in but you need to assess how often you will trade and how that affects fees.

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