Banking
The need for extra income drives part time entrepreneurs
As wages fail to keep up with household bills Aviva's bi-annual SME Pulse found nearly half (44%) of part time business owners say they run their businesses to supplement existing incomes.
Confusion reigns about basic bank accounts
Although just over half (54%) of people in the UK say they've heard of basic bank accounts, confusion reigns about what they actually are.
Halifax customers get ‘Cashback Extras’
Halifax has taken a further step in challenging the current account market by launching a new cashback programme on its leading range of accounts.
Dollar strengthens after Fed minutes
The minutes from the Federal Reserve's meeting this month, so eagerly awaited by the market for clues as to when or by what amount the market committee might decide to reduce the monthly bond purchases provided very little clarity.
Be a savvy banker and reap rewards from switching your current account
Following the announcement of the Current Account Switch Service's launch date of 16 September, two-in-five people believe they will switch their current account as a result, and 11 per cent will do so for the very first time, according to a poll from MoneySuperMarket.
Lending scheme points to positive signs for SME growth
Lending through the Enterprise Finance Guarantee scheme reached £84 million for the second quarter of 2013.
One month to go until launch of the new Current Account Switch Service
The Payments Council has announced the official launch date for the new Current Account Switch Service, designed to make switching current account from one provider to another simpler, reliable and hassle-free.
Sterling plunges as Carney links monetary tightening to unemployment rate
Sterling fell across the board this morning after the Bank of England's quarterly inflation report during which the new Governor of the Central Bank issued forward guidance specifically in relation to when interest rates would rise.
The benefits of using credit and debit cards abroad
As families get ready to pack up their bucket and spade for the peak holiday season, The UK Cards Association has pulled together guidance on using debit and credit cards abroad to help them get the best value for money when spending abroad.
Sterling buoyed by strongest Service Sector activity since 2006
Sterling made healthy gains Monday morning following the release of yet another better than expected purchasing managers index for last month.
Halifax to open branches in Scotland
Halifax has announced plans to open branches in Scotland's biggest cities.
Cornish pasty maker finds filling to fuel expansion
Bodmin-based Cornish pasty maker, Proper Cornish, is set for expansion with the refurbishment of, and move, to new manufacturing premises in a £3.75 million project, backed by the Cornish Regional Growth Fund and Santander Corporate & Commercial.
Halifax £100 switching campaign continues to end of 2013
Halifax has confirmed its market-leading £100 switching initiative, which includes no fees on planned overdrafts for six months, will continue until at least the end of 2013.
Metro Bank comes to the City
Metro Bank, the revolution in British retail and business banking, is beginning construction on its newest store at One Wood Street, Cheapside, City of London.
42% of consumers more likely to switch current account from September
42% of consumers will be more likely to switch current account when the new Current Account Switch Service is introduced in September, according to research from uSwitch.com.