Spending Habits
11 great credit cards that cover all types of spendingWe 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. |
UK couples find money a leading cause of argumentsMoney is at the root of many arguments in Britain, particularly for the over-40s, new research has found. |
Consumer confidence falls in JuneThe latest GfK NOP consumer confidence data reveals that confidence fell in all areas surveyed as UK households worry over the economic outlook. |
Carnage on UK High St as major retailers go bustIn what has been a bleak week for the UK High Street top names like Thorntons, Carpetright, TJ Hughes and Jane Norman all announce store closures, low profits or that they are going into administration. |
CBI reports fastest fall in retail sales for 11 monthsThe latest distributive trades survey from the CBI reports that UK high street sales fell sharply between May 27th and 15th June as consumers reined in their spending. |
How to get the most out of price comparison websitesPrice comparison websites have revolutionized the way we find the best deals on mortgages, insurance, savings and energy deals but there are pitfalls you need to avoid as Kate Saines explains. |
Consumers "unwilling to carry more than £208"New research from The Payments Council reveals that people get nervous carrying around cash of more than £208. |
Retail sales rise by 1.1% in AprilGood weather and an extra bank holiday due to the Royal Wedding contributed to a 1.1 per cent rise in retail sales in April, but experts warn that it could be a one-off. |
Payday loans rise in popularity after bank holiday spending spreePayday loans have risen in demand by more than half since early May as bank holidays and inflation have combined to boost Brits' outgoings. |
Retail sales have worst decline ever, says BRCThe latest retail sales figures released by the British Retail Consortium (BRC) show the largest drop since records began in 1996 and show that consumers are being cautious over spending decisions. |
VAT rise 'will deter spending in 2011'Seven out of ten shoppers are rethinking planned purchases because of new year rise in VAT. |
Make 2011 the year you stick to your budgetFind out how to make an accurate and reliable budget that will enable you to stick to your financial goals in 2011. |
Shop sales fall in DecemberThe British Retail Consortium (BRC) have released data revealing that retail sales fell in December because of the snow and fears over job security. |
Frugal budgeting 'a 2011 trend'Britons are aiming to keep their costs low this year, with many carrying a "recessionary mindset" into 2011. |
Square up to your financesA new year brings with it the opportunity to look at your finances with a fresh pair of eyes and renewed determination to get financially squared up in 2011. |
The best balance transfer credit cardsIf your Christmas spending spiralled out of control leading to credit card debts then now is a good time to consider transferring the balance to a balance transfer credit card. |
Christmas sales misery for UK retailersThe winter weather and difficult trading conditions caused lower sales than expected for a number of major UK retailers over Christmas. |
Britons 'looking to cut New Year's Eve costs'Almost half of Britons will spend new year at a friend's house instead of going out on the town. |
Financial New Year resolutionsUnbiased.co.uk's financial IFA's give their top financial tips for 2011 to help consumers save money. |
Britons 'set for £555m Christmas Eve spending spree'At least £23 million is expected to be spent every hour in last-minute rush, says Sainsbury's Finance. |
Consumer spending increases at slower rate in Q3Household expenditure increased by 0.3 per cent by volume between July and September. |
Brits 'plan to give cheques for Christmas'Many consumers still use cheques for giving gifts as new research from the consumer watchdog, Which? this Christmas shows. |
The latest Christmas discount shopping dealsFind out all the latest online voucher codes and shopping deals for Christmas and save money on your last minute Christmas shopping. |
Non-food sales 'are showing little growth'Figures showing "tricky trading conditions" are underpinned by even shakier circumstances in non-food retail, it is noted. |
Panic Saturday 'to see mobile sales soar'So-called Panic Saturday - the last Saturday before Christmas - is set to see sales soar in high street stores and online via mobile phones, according to research. |
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