Insights
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AI in the aisles: Over half of Brits now use ChatGPT to help with their shopping
More than half of British consumers (55%) are now using generative AI tools when shopping online, according to a new report by…
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Instant payments to exceed $110 trillion by 2029 globally, accelerated by European regulation and FedNow impact
A new study by global tech strategists Juniper Research has found that instant payments will surpass the $100 trillion mark in 2029; up from $60 trillion…
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Winners of CISI Financial Planning Awards 2025 revealed
The CISI announces the winners of the 2025 Financial Planning Awards, celebrating excellence across top professionals, paraplanners, firms, and future industry leaders.…
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Steve Webb: Over 100,000 people set to be thrown off the ‘Winter Fuel Payment Rollercoaster’ next year because of frozen £35,000 threshold
The increase in the state pension and other pensions next April will take more than 100,000 people over the £35,000 cut-off point…
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What makes a woman more likely to seek advice?
Women are most likely to seek financial advice at 56, according to new research by Unbiased, though they typically hold fewer assets…
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Half of UK adults gripped by ‘crisis of certainty’ – with many cutting back spending or raiding savings to cope
A new study by St. James’s Place (SJP) shows that half of UK adults are gripped by a ‘crisis of certainty’ – and…
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Number of borrowers with £100,000+ in student debt jumps by a third to 150,000
The number of borrowers burdened with student loan debt in excess of £100,000 jumped by a third to more than 150,000 in the…
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How Britain’s high streets are making a comeback – and who’s driving it
Small businesses face rising costs and changing shopping habits, but communities still depend on their high streets. In Folkestone, recent changes highlight…
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From conveyancing to freehold – the house buying jargon baffling Brits
Buying a home can be daunting, especially for first-time buyers who are faced with complex terms and legal jargon. In fact, a…
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PFS members say national school competition could excite new talent
Personal Finance Society (PFS) members believe a national school competition engaging students in real world financial planning challenges could be a beneficial…
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