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Fixed-rate savers face drop in interest
Fixed-rate savers who have been earning 7 per cent-plus for the past year are set for an inevitable drop in cash returns as existing deals mature
Co-op Bank pays mortgage borrowers
Some Co-operative Bank borrowers already enjoying ultra-low mortgage rates have seen the cost of their home loans in effect reduce below zero
Fears over rate hikes during credit card review
Consumer groups have expressed concern over the delay in banning unsolicited cheques and automatic increases to credit limits
Green groups to sue over RBS investments
What could be a landmark lawsuit aims to force the Treasury to ensure that taxpayers’ money invested in RBS supports only projects that satisfy and human rights standards
Newcastle Building Society launches 5% Isa
Newcastle Building Society has launched a cash Isa paying a fixed rate of 5 per cent for five years
One in five ID fraud victims not reimbursed
One in five victims of identity fraud fail to get the full amount back, with some banks refusing to reimburse any of the money, according to the UK’s consumer watchdog.
ID fraud victims not reimbursed
One in five victims of identity fraud fail to get the full amount back, with some banks refusing to reimburse any of the money, according to the UK’s consumer watchdog.
Societies mull controversial share deals
Building societies are considering whether to follow West Bromwich with share deals that critics fear could lead to less competitive rates for savers and borrowers and reduce future cash windfalls
Top savings rates improve
Market-leading savings deals paying 4.75 per cent fixed and 3.15 per cent instant access have been launched
Comparison websites’ code excludes major players
Moves to raise standards in the online price comparsion sector are being undermined by an apparent split between the industry’s biggest and most influential players over an industry Code.
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