Fixed-rate bonds bonanza for savers

Thanks to National Savings & Investments, locking up your cash suddenly looks more attractive

How to beat the banking giants

Customers are likely to get a raw deal from Britain’s state-backed banks for years to come as as Europe’s net tightens

Halifax rate row: do you stay or do you go?

Customers of the taxpayer-backed bank are up in arms over dismal rates on current accounts and poor practice on mortgages

Beat the savings squeeze as rates stay low

In the first of our five-part guide, Kate Hughes offers tips on how to rebuild finances battered by the recession

Supermarkets give banks run for their money

It pays to shop around as the best deals may have a short shelf life

Madoff: the fiddler on the inside

How Uncle Bernie gained access to New York’s wealthy Jewish elite and, having won their trust, bilked them of billions

Why sharesave plans are still the business

Employees should not dismiss these risk-free investments

Iceland: How a nation went down the toilet

A year ago Iceland went bankrupt. We tell how it went from being the world’s happiest nation to one with a bleak future

The beginner's guide to cash Isas

Times Money steers you through the savings maze

William Kay: Wealth Matters

Our columnist answers your questions on how to protect and increase your net worth

A new home for my cash with own-goal potential

I did say I would never again put money in a pension but my accountant always goes on about the tax advantages

Fame & Fortune: Kathy Lette

The Australian novelist believes women should start wising up about their finances and take a stand against the money men

Pensions timetable: Government under fire

CBI and Association of British Insurers say revised timetable for imminent talks on schemes is "unacceptably short"

Premium bond payouts improve

The value of the monthly Premium Bond prize is being increased, with an extra 600,000 monthly winners

Primary schools hire bankers to teach maths

Schools are recruiting bank staff to set up classroom banks and shops to teach pupils how to manage their money

How to beat low rates on savings

Financial experts show that it is still possible to make money if you are prepared to take risks. Here they tell you how

What does September have in store for the stock market?

The UK stock market has fallen by an average 1.3 per cent in September since 1970, according to the Stock Market Almanac

Fame & Fortune: Barbara Taylor Bradford

The Leeds-born journalist turned author hasn’t looked back since her bestselling debut established her name 30 years ago

Yes, you can earn 10% from the big banks

While the big banks pay ordinary savers virtually nothing on deposits, one group of investors is earning between 8% and 14%

Brighter outlook for savers

Bank-rate busting deals are available to savers willing to tie up their cash