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People use payday lenders as they're unaware of alternative credit 27 Aug 2013 | 09:01 pm
Just under a quarter of UK adults have been turned away from their banks for loans, mortgages and credit cards, a study by Amigo Loans estimates.
First Great Western accused of planning 'secret' 11% rail fare hike 27 Aug 2013 | 08:56 pm
The Transport Salaried Staffs Association said First Great Western's move was penalising elderly passengers who were more likely to buy tickets at the station.
Syria crisis rocks stock markets and pushes up oil and gold prices 27 Aug 2013 | 08:27 pm
A forceful statement by US Secretary of State John Kerry condemning the alleged use of chemical weapons in Syria along with reports of military preparations have shaken financial markets.
Small businesses count the cost of banking regulation as Nationwide puts entry to market on hold until 2016 27 Aug 2013 | 08:00 pm
Nationwide had been due to start business banking services later this year but has reportedly put the move on hold until 2016.
FCA launches review into mobile banking security 27 Aug 2013 | 07:38 pm
The FCA has noted soaring numbers using smartphone and tablet apps for day-to-day banking tasks like contactless payments, financial transfers, and account checking.
FTSE LIVE: Concerns over Syria and US Fed stimulus plans dampen markets 27 Aug 2013 | 07:28 pm
Investors are reluctant to trade actively ahead of potentially market-moving events regarding Syria, and possible US Federal Reserve moves to scale back its economic stimulus measures.
Top ten buy-to-let hotspots: Birmingham, Kent and Merseyside give best returns 27 Aug 2013 | 06:30 pm
Birmingham's B7 postcode can garner landlords a 10.6% rental yield, according to data from Move with Us revealing buy-to-let hotspots.
Invesco Perpetual European Equity Income: Fund manager buying unloved Continental banks 27 Aug 2013 | 06:12 pm
Investors in search of income should look to Europe according to Stephanie Butcher, manager of the £131million Invesco Perpetual European Equity Income fund.
Energy suppliers now face fines for sending out confusing deals or letters 27 Aug 2013 | 06:00 pm
It is hoped the reforms will go some way to restore consumer confidence in energy suppliers, which has taken a series of knocks in recent years.
Six of the best apps to save you money on your summer holiday 27 Aug 2013 | 04:35 pm
This is Money has scoured the web and app stores to find the best money-saving tools to help you keep your bank balance under control and your stress levels low.
