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National Savings and Investments has increased interest rates on eight of its savings accounts, prompting comparisons with rival providers. MoneyWeek asks whether the new deals are actually best buys, as UK savers weigh fixed rate options against rising competition from banks and building societies offering higher returns.
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Warren Buffett is trending in search in both the US and the UK. Recent coverage includes a guide describing how the veteran investor spends evenings watching videos online, adding a lighter, human angle to his public image. Interest in the Berkshire Hathaway chairman remains strong as markets, succession questions at his company and his legendary investing record keep him in the news.
- 3Wind and solar saved UK £5.9bn in gas imports during Hormuz crisis●"Analysis: Wind and solar save UK from gas imports worth £5.9bn during Hormuz crisis" # UK # UnitedKingdom # WindTurbinb
New analysis from Carbon Brief finds that UK wind and solar generation avoided £5.9 billion in gas imports during the Strait of Hormuz crisis, which disrupted global energy shipping routes. The findings are being cited as evidence that domestic renewable capacity shields Britain from fossil fuel supply shocks and price volatility, strengthening the case for continued clean energy investment.
- 4Deliveroo signs exclusive UK robot delivery deal with Coco Robotics▼Deliveroo signs exclusive UK robot deal with Coco Robotics
Deliveroo has signed an exclusive agreement with Coco Robotics to deploy the US company's delivery robots across the UK. The deal makes Deliveroo the exclusive UK partner for Coco's sidewalk robots, expanding the food delivery firm's automated last-mile capabilities. The move follows growing investment by delivery platforms in robotic and autonomous delivery to cut costs.
- 5Universities weigh productive finance in investment portfolios▼What does productive finance mean for university investment portfolios?
UK universities are being asked to define what 'productive finance' means for their endowments and investment portfolios, with consulting firm Mercer publishing guidance on the question. The debate centres on whether university funds should direct capital toward investments seen as supporting the real economy, and how that balances against returns and ethical obligations.
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A British retail conglomerate has bought a minority stake in Under Armour, the US sportswear company headquartered in Baltimore. The investment gives the UK group a foothold in the American athletic apparel market and links it to one of the sector's best-known brands. Details on the size of the stake and the price have not been disclosed in early reports.
- 7Checking Three Old Solar Systems: How Long Do Panels Really Last?●We Checked 3 Old Solar Systems - The Results Shocked Us! How Long Do Solar Panels Last?
UK solar firm Spirit Energy inspected three ageing solar installations to measure how much output panels lose over decades of use. The findings on real-world degradation and lifespan have drawn strong attention from homeowners weighing up whether solar is a sound long-term investment. The results add to ongoing debate about warranty claims versus actual panel performance after many years outdoors.