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Economy

What is the 30:30:30:10 rule and how should you use it?

The 30:30:30:10 rule can be applied to both income and pension planning and can go a long way in helping you budget, achieve retirement goals and reduce portfolio risk.

Business

Brussels' pensions plan is not working

Two years after the new law took effect, the much-heralded pan-European pensions product has only one provider, in just four member states.

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.

Economy

Which European country has the best pension system?

European countries are some of the best places for pensions in the world, analysis shows, and AI is having an increasing impact on how each system works.

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Economy

Paying your dues in the UK: How to save money on taxes

Schemes such as the Married Couple's Allowance and pension tax relief could help UK taxpayers save money.

Economy

UK state pension age must rise for economy's sake, say experts

Research shows the ratio of retirees to workers in the UK is becoming unsustainable as the population ages and birth rates fall.

Business

Here's some of the best options for starting a UK pension

Retirement may seem a long way off at the start of your career but it's never too early to start saving for a pension.

Economy

Why are Gen X workers in the UK so pessimistic about retirement?

Those born between 1965 and 1980 expect to be working for longer as they miss out on pension benefits enjoyed by their parents.

Economy

All you need to know about the UK's 2024 economic plans

UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt has outlined the government’s financial plans for the year ahead in a press conference. Here's the key takeaways.

Economy

How much do you really need to retire comfortably?

56% of American adults are concerned about lagging behind in their retirement savings, with many aiming for $1 million. Utilising benchmarks, online tools, and expert advice is crucial to bridging this gap and securing a financially stable retirement.

Poland

Poland's ruling party drags German chancellor into referendum debate

A new advert portrays Olaf Scholz in an unfavourable light over a vote on the country's retirement age.

Living

World Mental Health Day: Eco anxiety can fuel powerful climate action

From flying less to greening your money, here are practical steps to play your part.

Culture news

14th day of French pension reform strikes: The best protest placards

Today is the 14th day of national mobilisation against the French pension reform imposed by the government. Here are the protestors merging militancy with humour...

France

Teargas, arrests and injured police officers at French May Day marches

A day of protest over pensions reforms saw tear gas and water cannons used by police at May Day marches in a number of French cities. The interior ministry said 291 people were arrested and 108 police officers injured in the disturbances.

Culture news

French energy union threatens to cut power during Cannes Film Festival

Lights, Camera, Action! Except that first part may not be possible during this year’s Cannes Film Festival. Here's why.

Culture news

Liberté, égalité, décolleté: The Playboy cover rocking French politics

Liberté, égalité, décolleté: Why is this Playboy cover causing such a fuss in France?

France

Emotions high at another day of French protests over pension plan

Protesters opposing President Emmanuel Macron’s unpopular plan to raise the retirement age to 64 marched again Thursday in cities and towns around France, in a final show of anger before a crucial decision on whether the measure meets constitutional standards.

France

Why are French workers angry about raising retirement age?

France on April 6, 2023, braced for another day of protests and strikes to denounce French President's pension reform one day after talks between the government and unions ended in deadlock.

Work

Which countries have the lowest and highest retirement ages in Europe?

France faces another day of strikes and protests over President Emmanuel Macron's pension reform. How does the rest of Europe compare?

Culture news

The Lekto problem: The Macron–Hitler fresco controversy explained

A fresco by French graffiti artist Lekto, which compares President Macron to Hitler, is sparking controversy...