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What smartphone devices lost the most value when new device launches?

Today

Samsung phones are expected to drop up to 21 per cent of their value in the next few weeks, new data has revealed. But how does this compare to iPhone, Google and Huawei models?

Only a fifth of motorists got a premium refund from their insurer

Today

Half of drivers reported a major decrease in their annual mileage, but only a fraction told their insurer or saw any premium refund as a result, data shows.

Lenders start to reduce rates for 10% deposit mortgages - but will they continue to head lower?

Today

Metro Bank, Nationwide and Barclays have all dropped the interest rates on their 10 per cent deposit mortgages, which are popular with first-time buyers - but rates are still higher than pre-pandemic

ALEX BRUMMER: Centrica is held hostage by the GMB union

Today

Should your gas boiler break down or there be an interruption to energy supplies in the midst of the bleak winter pandemic, don't expect an immediate response from your British Gas engineer.

Next quits frenzied bidding war for Topshop

Today

Next is Britain's largest clothing retailer and was a frontrunner in the race to buy Topshop, the most sought after of the stable of brands left over after Arcadia went bust last month.

Henry III 1257 gold penny sells for £526k at Texas auction

Today

The gold penny featuring Henry III, estimated to be from around 1257, went under the hammer at Heritage Auctions, in Dallas, Texas, after a two-day auction ending on Thursday.

SMALL CAP MOVERS: Eve Sleep plans French expansion

Today

The AIM All-Share rose 1.4 per cent to 1,191 this week, outperforming the FTSE 100. Quadrise Fuels was one of this week's biggest risers, but Eve Sleep fell on fears of raw material shortages.

John Lewis to repay Government Covid loan ahead of schedule

Today

The John Lewis Partnership said that despite store closures throughout last year, it believes to have 'sufficient' liquidity going forward.

Nissan's electric Winter Camper is kitted-out for ski holidays in the future

Today

With chunky off-road tyres, an elevated ride height and spotlights for seeing through dense snow storms, the van is ideal for ski enthusiasts conscious about their carbon footprint.

TfL made an additional £86m from increased Congestion Charge in 2020

Today

Mayor Sadiq Khan on 22 June increased the daily charge from £11.50 to £15 as part of 'temporary measures' put in place during the coronavirus pandemic - and remains in force today.

JCB ask Britons to nominate worst potholes - and vows to fill them with new £165k vehicle

Today

In a string of social media posts, JCB's official Facebook, Instagram and Twitter accounts offered to put the PotholePro to use to showcase its incredible capabilities for repairing battered tarmac.

Ingenious new technology promises to take the strain out of housework

Today

Housework will never disappear, alas. But a global technology revolution is set to make our homes simpler to operate - and also more hygienic.

NS&I boss apologises to savers for customer service meltdown

Today

Ian Ackerley blames an increase in customers, the pandemic, cuts to interest rates and the decision to phase out Premium Bond prize cheques for soaring wait times and a rise in complaints.

New mortgage lender claims it will let you lock in your interest rate for THIRTY years

Today

Perenna, which is hoping to launch this summer, says it will allow borrowers to fix the rate of interest on their mortgage for up to 30 years - meaning that they would not need to constantly remortgage.

The cities where first-time buyers save deposits fastest - and two where it takes 25 YEARS

Today

First-time buyers in Vaduz, Bern and Copenhagen can save up for a house the fastest, according to a new report - while those hoping to get on the ladder elsewhere could have to wait a whopping 25 years.

How to split pensions in a divorce: Law for Life launches free guide

Today

Pensions are often a divorcing couple's second biggest asset after the family home, and are sometimes worth even more, yet are frequently overlooked in financial settlements.

Top 15 best places to live in England Wales now

Today

Bath in Somerset, Tenby in Pembrokeshire, Bradford on Avon in Wiltshire, Ilfracombe in Devon and Canterbury in Kent made up the top five of the most sought-after locations.

The Welsh caves for sale for £150k with Fred Flintstone appeal

Today

There are unusual properties and then there is this. These five caves near the Brecon Beacons are for sale with the woodland they sit in for £150,000.

Music rights fund Hipgnosis hits right note with investors

Yesterday

Hipgnosis has had a barnstorming pandemic, spending nearly £1bn to acquire some of the world's best-known artists, including the pint sized pop princess Shakira (pictured).

IG Group makes £728m swoop for US broker Tastytrade

Yesterday

IG said that the 'landmark' deal would allow it access to the world's largest listed derivatives markets. Derivatives allow investors to bet on the price of an asset such as a share or currency going up or down.

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