Savings
Inflation linked account opens at Yorkshire
Yorkshire Building Society has launched two exciting new deposit accounts which will see returns linked to inflation allowing customers to make the most of their savings.
Northern Rock launches new range of fixed rate savings bonds
For customers looking to invest their savings over a shorter period, Northern Rock has launched two new issues of its fixed rate bond (FRB) with competitive interest rates of 2.90% gross*/AER** pa over one year (Issue 422), and 3.60% gross*/AER** pa over three years (Issue 423).
Northern Rock Ireland issues new Direct Saver Fixed Rate Bond
Northern Rock Ireland has today (18 February) launched a new issue of its Direct Saver Fixed Rate Bond offering a fixed rate of 3.00% gross*/AER** pa/2.25% pa NET*** (or 2.75% gross*/2.78% AER** monthly) fixed until 15 April 2012.
Silver savers under pressure as inflation takes its toll
As the UK continues to experience high inflation with low interest rates, the combination spells double trouble for those saving in later life.
Leeds launch Mortgage Saver for first time buyers
Leeds Building Society has launched a unique savings product and service specifically designed to support first time buyers (FTBs) onto the housing ladder.
It pays to fix your savings
New analysis by first direct shows that over the past decade fixed rate deals have offered better returns than the variable rate products on offer during the same period.
Inflation hits 4% - what does it mean for savers?
As inflation hits 4.00%, Julie Smith, savings analyst at Fair Investment Company explains what it means for savers.
Parents need to save £82 each month to cover tuition fee costs
Parents need to save up to £82 each month starting from the birth of their child if they are to cover the cost of the new university tuition fees cap, according to analysis by Family Investments, a leading children's savings provider.
AA Savings increases Internet Extra interest rate
The interest rate of the AA's Internet Extra instant-access savings account has increased to 2.80% gross pa/AER.
Savings pain gets tougher
Inflation figures released today show the Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased during January from 3.7% to 4.00%.
University tuition fees and regular investing
University tuition fees have yet again hit the headlines, with the Government looking at ways in which universities charging over £6,000 per year might widen access for poorer students.
Post Office launches new Online Bond terms
The Post Office has announced the launch of an Online Bond offering two and three year terms and best buy rates of up to 4.00% AER, available to customers from Wednesday 16 February.
Yorkshire Building Society Christmas Saver at 3.50%
Savers considering opening a Yorkshire Building Society Christmas Saver are encouraged to visit their local branch, as the account will no longer be on sale after Wednesday 16th February.
Savers must look for alternatives to help beat inflation
Reacting to the decision by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) to hold interest rates at 0.5%, discount broker Willis Owen says that with the ISA deadline looming savers simply cannot put off looking for alternative ways to help their savings beat inflation.
Working women less likely to have financial back-up
Almost a century after women asserted their right to vote, a new report from protection specialist, Bright Grey reveals another step forward in equality by highlighting that almost half (46%) of working women currently describe themselves as the main earner in their household.