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The day began with a rant about the cost of Christmas. 'Why do we need such a big turkey when there will only be six of us?,' I asked my wife.

Analysis of Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) records found their numbers have dwindled – in some cases to double-digit figures.

Personalised registration plates have been sold for record numbers in 2025 with one being sold for almost a million pounds, new figures show. 

SUVs are the most popular car type in the UK, outselling the supermini. But are they reliable to own or will they suffer faults and be expensive to repair? Here are the models you can count on…

Savers received an unwelcome early Christmas surprise when the Bank of England cut its base rate but if you follow my advice you can still secure a good deal.

After the barrage of tax hikes on workers, landlords, savers and homeowners this year, it is now even harder to hold on to your hard-earned cash without losing chunks to the taxman.

It is the busiest time of the year for the donation platform as people imbued with festive cheer and goodwill are inclined to open their wallets more than usual for good causes.

We know all bull markets eventually come to an end, so the question is whether that vibrant, optimistic perspective can be sustained for another year.

Philip Serrell, 71, started his working life as a teacher before quickly abandoning it in favour of a career in antiques.

Air raid alerts are poor substitutes for alarm clocks, but in Ukraine they often perform the same function.

Vardags, which helps the rich reach settlements when their marriages end, is cited as the go-to place for footballers, billionaires, and Middle Eastern royalty.

The fund manager couldn't understand why dividend-friendly American companies were off the radar of most UK income investors.

The growing pay gap between what chief executives and their employees earn will reignite the debate around 'fat cat' pay as shareholder revolts against boardroom excess surge.

Although money resolutions will not be to the fore on New Year's Eve, I do have a number of personal finance 'wishes' for the year ahead that I would like to share…

While always considered a stepping stone from ownership of a traditional petrol or diesel car, hybrids are hugely popular.

Monzo bank figures found just 4% of sole traders felt fully prepared for the Making Tax Digital reforms, with 60% not prepared at all.

Activity in UK waters has dried up as energy firms reel from the windfall tax on profits and Ed Miliband's ban on licences for exploratory drilling in new areas.

Throughout 2025, Midas has unearthed the little-known companies that hold great potential and the bigger beasts we feel have been undervalued.

When it comes to tax-efficient financial planning, paying attention to what the very wealthy do can reap rewards. Those with complicated tax affairs and advisers on hand know how to maximise cash.

The hazy time warp between Christmas and the New Year is a great opportunity to review all your bills and savings to ensure you step into 2026 on the front foot.