The widespread costs and expenses of a health crisis are pushing many Americans into financial trouble, a new study has found. What You Should Know According to a new study by the financial services company JG Wentworth, conducted in February 2026 and evaluating 1,421 adults in the US, almost half of each person’s bankruptcy is … Read more
A new financial year rarely starts quietly. For many Americans, FY27 arrives with a mix of cautious optimism and fiscal stress. Inflation has decreased compared to previous years, but the cost of living is still high. The global crisis, falling energy prices and economic uncertainty continue to influence markets and household finances alike. Although world … Read more
Mortgage rates are sitting at 6.38%, according to the latest data from Freddie Mac – up slightly from earlier this year, but still lower than last year (in January 2025, rates rose to a little over 7%). (You can see mortgage rates in your area herefrom our marketing partner Bankrate.) So what’s next for mortgage … Read more
The Financial Conduct Authority will introduce a scheme to finance mis-selling of vehicles after the market closes on Monday 30 March. The Financial Conduct Authority will introduce a scheme to finance mis-selling of vehicles after the market closes on Monday 30 March.(Photo: Burak Sür via Getty Images) The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) will set out … Read more
As we head into FY27, we are not only facing unmanageable fiscal targets but also challenging economic conditions. Political issues such as the conflict in the Middle East and the Russia-Ukraine war have kept global markets volatile, with large commodity prices and high crude oil prices. These developments, along with continued pressure on the Indian … Read more
There is an old business adage that says a camel is a horse made by committee. It starts with good intentions – smooth, fast and fit for purpose – and comes up with more humps and a clear surrender sound. Andy Bell – Image by Dan Murrell One cannot entirely deny the suspicion that somewhere … Read more