UK economy grows at fastest rate since 2007
According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), the UK economy grew by 1.9% in 2013. This is the highest annual growth rate since 2007.
Japan close to escaping deflation
Japan moves close to beating 15 years of deflation.
NS&I cuts ISA rate
National Savings and Investments (NS&I) is to reduce the interest rate on its Direct ISA by 0.25% to 1.50% AER with effect from 27 February 2014.
US jobless rate falls to 5-year low
Data from the US Labor Department shows, the US unemployment rate has fallen to a five year low of 7% in November 2013.
Bank of England holds interest rates at 0.5%
The Bank of England has yet again kept UK interest rates at 0.5%. This rate has been in force since