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The one metal powering a global shares boom and making investors huge gains... and it's not gold

Today

It plays an integral role in the dominant trends of the modern world. That means prices are likely to rise and the companies that mine this critical metal should deliver robust rewards to shareholders.

Sterling rises as investors ramp up bets that Bank of England will be forced to raise interest rates

Today

The pound rallied against the dollar and the euro on Friday as renewed hostilities with Iran fuelled fears interest rates will be raised to combat inflation.

Burberry faces investor pay revolt at its annual meeting this week

Today

The boss of Burberry is facing an investor revolt at its annual meeting on Wednesday over plans for a huge increase in his potential bonus.

JEFF PRESTRIDGE: Here's my urgent advice for any pet owner who's worried about soaring vet fees

Today

As a nation, we love our pets - and some will do literally anything for them. It's one of the main reasons why big business has latched on to the gravy train that is the veterinary sector.

Here's how YOU can beat the state pension age rise and stay on track to retire at 66. Our experts reveal exactly what to do each month based on your age

Today

Millions of workers will have to wait longer than previous generations to receive the state pension - but what if you aren't able or willing to work until a later date?

British Steel electric arc furnace finally shipped to Wales after months of being stuck in China

Today

One of the world's largest electric arc furnaces is finally set to be shipped to the UK after months of delays caused by the war in Iran.

Battle for Easyjet turns nasty as US private equity rivals trade barbs over their bids for the airline

Today

The battle for control of Easyjet descended into a row this weekend as the budget airline's private equity suitors traded barbs over their bids for the firm.

Andy Burnham's fiscal timebomb is revealed by the OBR, warns HAMISH MCRAE

Today

If you think our public finances are in a mess now, they will, on present trends, become much worse in the months and years ahead.

Buyers ignore inflated house prices as too many sellers list their home 'like it's 2021 and 2022'

Today

Only one in three Britons think house prices will rise in the next year, putting pressure on sellers to be realistic about asking prices.

Increase in workers pausing pensions payments thanks to mounting financial pressures

Today

Struggling workers are deciding to stop paying into their pensions as the cost-of-living crisis continues to bite, research shows.

Mansion tax could become more like a terrace tax in London, warns estate agency boss

Today

Fears are growing over the impact on the property market of rumoured mansion tax changes.

Magician Penn Jillette: I'm 6ft 7in and drive an electric Fiat 500 - I'm so frugal I steal power from the casino to charge it

Today

Penn, 71, is the tall, loquacious half of magic duo Penn and Teller. He reveals all about his money.

This dirty little money secret has made me £9,000 so far this year

Yesterday

With most of my savings I continue to invest sensibly for the long term, buying and holding for decades rather than days, and spreading my risk over a wide range of investments.

I'm selling my unique 'marmite' West Sussex house for £5m - do you love it or hate it?

Yesterday

Father-of-four and former Grand Designs homeowner Clinton Dall spoke to This is Money after listing his latest unique property for sale.

Can David Hockney prints make you a mint? As artist's death sparks revival of his work, here's what investors need to know

Yesterday

As one of the greatest modern artists David Hockney attracts huge attention among collectors - and his death last month at the age of 88 only increased his appeal.

Boost Universal Credit for 66-year-olds suffering hardship as state pension age rises to 67, urge MPs

Friday

MPs say extra support for older people on UC would cost around £600million compared with the £10.5billion saving from raising the state pension age to 67.

Gearing up for the future with a hint of nostalgia: RAY MASSEY bids farewell after 31 years as Daily Mail motoring editor

Friday

After three decades as motoring editor of the Daily Mail, I am about to change lanes. This is my final column.

Millions of drivers lose initial 'Dieselgate 2' High Court battle: Judge rules carmakers broadly did not use emissions-cheating devices

Friday

A judge ruled on Friday that the carmakers did not contain 'prohibited defeat devices' in the largest ever class action claim in English legal history.

Seven in ten landlords still say no to pets despite new rules - here's where it's hardest to find a pet-friendly home

Friday

New rules handed 11 million tenants the right to request a pet. Despite this, data shows that landlords haven't been receptive.

Is a mansion tax for properties 'worth' £1.5m or more fair? This is Money podcast

Friday

Twice as many households could be forced to pay a new 'mansion tax' latest speculation suggests.

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