Savings
Pensioners flight to Flexible Freedom
Leeds Building Society has seen an increase in the number of pensioners opening its Flexible Freedom account, which provides a highly competitive return combined with flexibility and the peace of mind associated with unlimited withdrawals at any time, without notice or penalty.
2 year fixed rate bond paying 4.01% back by popular demand
Today, Abbey, Bradford & Bingley Savings and Alliance & Leicester re-launch a new two year fixed rate bond paying a highly competitive 4.01 per cent AER gross pa.
Alliance & Leicester's Premier Regular Saver returns
Alliance & Leicester's ground-breaking Premier Regular Saver account is back for a limited period only, to encourage a new focus on saving rather than spending.
A&L and Abbey launches new guaranteed investment products
This week Alliance & Leicester and Abbey are launching a new range of guaranteed investment products offering the security of a capital guarantee and minimum return, providing they are held for the full term.
Moneynet.co.uk: Top three savings picks 5 May 2009
Andrew Hagger of Moneynet.co.uk reviews three of the best savings deals on the market today. With new savings account launches still coming in thick and fast, there are three accounts that offer excellent value in the current climate depending on the type of product you're after.
Abbey, B&B Savings and A&L issue new fixed rate bonds
Abbey and Bradford & Bingley savings this week launch their latest range of fixed-term savings for customers looking for a competitive guaranteed return.
Sainsbury’s increases interest rate on Internet Saver account
Sainsbury's Finance has announced that all customers who took advantage of its special offer on its Internet Saver account between 14th April and 30th April will see their interest rate increase from 2% Gross AER to 2.6% Gross AER.
As recession erodes family inheritances, Brits face uncertain future
Nearly one in three British adults is banking on an inheritance to help fund their retirement, despite many having never even discussed the issue of inheritance with their parents, according to new research.
Norwich and Peterborough launches 2 year E-Bond
Norwich and Peterborough Building Society (N&P) has launched a new two year E-Bond. The main features:
NS&I: New millionaire from Devon in May's jackpot draw
In Devon over 490,000 people hold Premium Bonds worth over £1 billion. There are over 7,900 unclaimed Premium Bond prizes in total worth over £450,000. This is the ninth time that the £1 million jackpot has been won in Devon.
Barclays Wealth launches five-year fixed rate bond
Barclays Wealth is launching a five-year Fixed Rate Bond for investors seeking to lock-in a high level of income without putting their original capital at risk.
New issues of inflation-beating savings from NS&I
NS&I has released two new issues of Inflation-Beating Savings, also known as Index-linked Savings Certificates, giving savers the chance to invest up to £15,000 tax-free per issue.
Newcastle launches more E-Bonds offering 4.11%
The UK’s 10th largest building society has added to its portfolio of popular E-Bonds with the launch of a range of products offering fixed rates of up to 4.11 % Gross/AER for a period of two years with a minimum investment of £5,000.
Cater Allen launches new Capital Guaranteed Growth Plan
Cater Allen Private Bank announces the launch of a new FTSE 100 Index linked structured product, the "Cater Allen Capital Guaranteed Growth Plan 1 - Issue 1" available from Monday 27th April, 2009.
M&S Money launches new issue of Fixed Rate Savings
M&S Money is offering a new issue of Fixed Rate Savings with effect from 22nd April 2009, with guaranteed interest rates over 1, 2 and 3 years up to 3.00% AER/gross.