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UK inflation jumps to 3.3% in March as fuel prices surge amid Iran war

Fuel prices saw their largest increase for over three years, the ONS' chief economist said.

CEO with over $3 trillion under management tells Gen-Z to think past ‘hobby investing’

The comments come against a backdrop of deepening disillusionment among younger investors and rising mistrust in wealth management institutions.

Price rise contingency plans 'ready if needed'

The Manx treasury says plans are in place to protect essential services in the wake of the Iran war.

European stocks set to open lower as Trump refuses to lift Strait of Hormuz blockade

European stocks are expected to open in negative territory on Wednesday as traders assess the Iran ceasefire extension and prospect of peace talks.

War in Iran 'has put up our fuel bill by £100,000'

How are rising oil prices affecting truckers, carers and heating oil users?

Increasing drink prices was last resort - landlady

Laura Ball says she held off for as long as she could, after beer costs rose again in January.

Charities deal with impact of higher fuel prices

Ferrying items has been made more difficult by fuel price increases of 35%, one charity says.

Help for people who use heating oil is on the way

North Lincolnshire Council is encouraging households to sign up for a support scheme.

Truist Securities Initiates Coverage of Southern Company - Corporate Bond (SOJC) with Hold Recommendation

SOJC

Fintel reports that on April 21, 2026, Truist Securities initiated coverage of Southern Company - Corporate Bond (NYSE:SOJC) with a Hold recommendation. Analyst Price Forecast Suggests 4.91% Upside

Truist Securities Initiates Coverage of DTE Energy Company - Corporate Bond (DTK) with Buy Recommendation

DTK

Fintel reports that on April 21, 2026, Truist Securities initiated coverage of DTE Energy Company - Corporate Bond (NYSE:DTK) with a Buy recommendation. Analyst Price Forecast Suggests 6.39% Upside