Investments and Trading News

Are Marks and Spencer Shares A Buy?

Marks and Spencer UK sales over the Christmas period were helped by strong food sales and despite weaker margins expects full year profit forecasts to remain unchanged. Should investors 'buy' Marks and Spencer shares? Read more »

Pay Freezes Affect Public Sector Workers Most

Just one in four employees have had a pay rise this year – and the public sector is worst affected, according to a new survey by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development. Read more »

Pension Poverty Predicted for Millions

A new report by the Workplace Retirement Income Commission has warned that – even with new measures to boost savings – up to 14 million people will retire with inadequate pensions. Read more »

Workers to Pay Up to £3,400 More For Public Sector Pensions

The Government is about to announce its pension reform plans, which are expected to see significant increases in pension contributions for public sector workers starting from April 2012. Read more »

Average Savings Rate Hits Highest Level Since March 2009

The average savings rate has broken the 1% barrier for the first time since before the Bank of England cut the base rate to 0.5% – but rising inflation still threatens savings. Read more »