Now playing Next Economy UK consumers struggle with bills despite easing housing costs Housing costs are well past last summer’s peak, although affordability issues continue to hamper the UK market. 10/04/2024
Now playing Next Experiences Head to these European cities for the most affordable beer New research shows the price of a pint of beer can be staggeringly different depending on where in Europe you choose to drink. 09/04/2024
Now playing Next Eco-Innovation Could subscription solar power slash your energy bills? Want a ‘money printing machine’ on your roof? Leonardo DiCaprio is backing this European solar company. 06/04/2024
Now playing Next Business Where is the best country in Europe for women to work? Ample female business leaders, a slight gender pay gap and fair maternity policies makes Norway the best country in Europe for female workers, according to a new analysis. 06/04/2024
Now playing Next Economy Turkey's inflation figure soars to highest level since November 2022 Turkey's March inflation figure came in lower than analyst estimates, but was still higher than February's, because of higher transport and housing prices. 03/04/2024
Now playing Next Travel News UK travel warning: Why you should renew your passport before April UK passport fees are set to increase again next month. 28/03/2024
Now playing Next Travel News What are the rules on taking kids out of school for a holiday? The UK will increase its fine for taking kids out of school this summer. 27/03/2024
Now playing Next Experiences What it’s really like to live on Spain’s digital nomad visa Spain introduced its digital nomad visa last year. Here's how it's going so far. 22/03/2024
Now playing Next Economy Russian inflation touches one-year high in February on service prices Russian inflation in February was mostly boosted by increases in services and non-food product inflation. 14/03/2024
Now playing Next Economy Going Solo: How singles get hit the worst in a cost of living crisis From housing to travel costs, singles regularly see higher costs than their coupled-up counterparts, which could get worse due to the current cost of living crisis. 06/03/2024
Now playing Next Economy Inflation in Europe: Which countries are hit the hardest? Annual inflation in the EU and eurozone continues to show signs of easing, with January figures showing a fall in 15 of the EU countries. However, the remaining 11 countries recorded a rise. 05/03/2024
Now playing Next Economy Millennials set to become 'richest generation in history' Millennials could stand to inherit trillions worth of property and property assets passed down by ancestors in the next 20 years. 01/03/2024
Now playing Next Economy Germany's March consumer sentiment perks up, but France feels blue German income expectations have soared to a more-than two-year high, but French consumers remain worried about their standard of living. 27/02/2024
Now playing Next Economy Mortgages with interest under 1% - a new era in home financing? Own New in the UK has launched a mortgage product that will enable borrowers to take out a loan with an interest rate under 1% for those buying new builds - is this the new era of home financing, and will it catch on in Europe? 27/02/2024
Now playing Next Economy What are the biggest financial regrets among people in Britain? A new survey has revealed some of the biggest financial regrets among people in Britain. 27/02/2024
Now playing Next Economy How having children has turned into 'financial suicide' in the UK The number of parents getting into debt to cover childcare costs in the UK has risen by a third over the past 12 months, according to a new survey. 23/02/2024
Now playing Next Economy UK middle earners 'struggle' to make ends meet despite £60k salaries While low earners are certainly "far worse off" than those in the middle, evidence shows many households on median income "continue to face economic struggles", according to a new report. 21/02/2024
Now playing Next Business More than 500 companies named for not paying minimum wage The UK government has pointed the finger at iconic British businesses such as EasyJet, Greggs, Hamleys and Harrods who it says have failed to pay staff members the minimum wage. 21/02/2024
Now playing Next Economy UK inflation remains unchanged at 4%, beating expectations Economists had predicted that rising prices would accelerate slightly. 14/02/2024
Now playing Next Business Takeaway delivery riders not feeling the love for Valentine's Day dine If you're planning a romantic takeaway meal for two later then you may want to reconsider your options as some delivery drivers plan strike action. 14/02/2024