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NS&I announces major change to Premium Bonds in September
11+ min ago (743+ words) More than 22 million Premium Bonds holders are set for a new prize boost next month. National Savings and Investments (NS&I) will raise the prize fund rate from 3.8% to 4.35% in September's draw, boosting the monthly prize pot by millions. It also…...
Private pension age rise on table as savers risk new threshold for access
52+ min ago (334+ words) Private pension age rise on table with new threshold for access put forward Workers could be forced to wait until 60 to access pension savings, it has been warned. Pension savers could be forced to wait until 60 before accessing their retirement…...
Best CD rates today, Tuesday, August 18, 2026: Lock in up to 4.30% APY today on a 16-month CD
52+ min ago (316+ words) Deposit account rates are on the decline — but the good news is you can lock in a competitive return on a certificate of deposit (CD) today and preserve your earning power. In fact, the best CDs still pay rates of…...
My fiance discovered a secret childhood stock account—what I learned about investing for your kids
53+ min ago (686+ words) Last week, my fiance got an unusual text from his parents: "What's your Social Security number?" Once he confirmed he wasn't being scammed, he sent it along and got a bit of good news. His grandparents had opened an investment…...
Govt ‘must learn lessons’ from Lisa in new Isa development
3+ hour, 12+ min ago (42+ words) FT Adviser Calls for the government to ensure a new Isa is easy to understand have been made ahead of a Treasury consultation closing. Read the full story with a free account...
Advisers urged to consider later life lending before clients tap pension cash
5+ hour, 33+ min ago (463+ words) The equity release adviser argued that homeowners aged over 55 would benefit from advice examining their pensions, property wealth, investments and debts before making withdrawals. Later life lending, including lifetime mortgages, could offer some borrowers a more flexible way to manage…...
Royal London: Five state pension questions every adviser must tackle
2+ hour, 5+ min ago (1081+ words) The state pension is a valuable part of retirement income. Secure, inflation-linked and backed by the state, it can provide a foundation for retirement planning, shaping how clients draw on pensions, Isas and other assets throughout later life. Despite its…...
NS&I confirms 22 million customers to be handed 'boost' in September
1+ hour, 3+ min ago (346+ words) The Premium Bonds prize fund rate and odds were last improved in July 2026. NS&I has confirmed 22 million customers will receive a "boost" from September in a handy and welcome cost of living move. Over 22 million Premium Bonds holders will…...
Survey: Gen Zers Use Investment Money for Sports Gambling
3+ hour, 10+ min ago (611+ words) Home – Society – Survey: Gen Zers Use Investment Money for Sports Gambling THE WASHINGTON STAND—A recent survey of American retail investors reveals concerning trends in how the youngest generation of American adults treats its money. More than half (52%) of Generation…...
Silver Price Today on August 18, 2026
2+ hour, 48+ min ago (281+ words) As of Aug. 18, 2026, at 8:05 a.m. ET, the spot price of silver was $65.11 per ounce, according to the latest market data. That's up 0.12%, a gain of $0.08 from the previous close of $65.03. One year ago, silver traded at $37.94 per ounce, meaning prices have…...