Savings
Bradford & Bingley launch highly competitive fixed rate bonds
Bradford & Bingley is to launch a limited edition quartet of fixed rate bonds, offering the same great rates to customers whether they are opening their account at their local branch, over the telephone or online.
Brits to take advantage of stock market volatility
Over 15 million Brits (34 per cent) have dabbled in equity markets and a further 6.6 million (15 per cent) are considering taking advantage of current lower market valuations and investing in the stock market, according to new research from Abbey Savings.
Nationwide calls on the Chancellor to make saving a priority
Nationwide Building Society, ahead of next week's Budget, has called on the Chancellor to reform the ISA system and do more to encourage children and parents to save.
Brits start saving for retirement at 28
A global study into retirement has revealed that, on average, Brits start planning for their retirement at 28 – 5 years earlier than the international average age.
Savings & investment index reflects drop in consumer confidence
The Standard Life Savings & Investment Index hit an all time low in January 2008.
Re-launch of Coventry Building Society’s 50 Plus Esave account
Commenting on the re-launch of Coventry Building Society’s 50 Plus Esave account, Sean Gardner, Chief Executive of MoneyExpert.com, said: “The 50+ market has seen some much-hyped current account activity recently but the savings side has been pretty dull.
Barclays launches new range of savings accounts
Barclays is launching three new savings accounts, including a market leading cash ISA paying 6.50 per cent AER interest to allow customers to make the most of their tax-free savings allowance.
50 Plus eSave is back
On Wednesday 27 February, Coventry Building Society will be re-launching its highly successful 50 Plus eSave account.
Leeds launch 6 Month Fixed Rate Bond
Leeds Building Society has launched a new branch based 6 month fixed rate bond that combines an excellent rate of 6.09% AER (6.00% gross p.a.) with access to 50% of the balance, without notice or penalty, at any time.
Unique tax free return on savings guaranteed to beat inflation
Leeds Building Society’s Inflation Buster Bonds have proved so popular with customers looking for a real return the Society has launched another tax-free version. The Inflation Buster ISA is guaranteed to beat inflation by 2.50%.
Abbey issues new fixed rate one year bond paying up to 6.30%
Abbey Savings has launched its latest one-year savings account for customers looking for a guaranteed return on an amount of money they can lock away for one year.
Nationwide launches range of new bonds
Nationwide Building Society has announced that it will be launching a range of new bonds offering competitive interest rates and guaranteed returns for savers.
Savers passing up interest by the book
Customers who insist on a passbook with their saving account are receiving an average of 0.5 per cent less on their cash, according to analysis by MoneyExpert.com.
The Nottingham launches new fixed rate bond
The Nottingham has launched a new, fixed-rate bond catering for savers seeking to invest between £1,000 and £250,000 – and not needing access to their funds for at least six months.
Savings – What a difference a year makes
This time last year the base rate was at the same level as it is today (5.25%). Savings rates on the other hand, are far higher than 12 months ago.