Energy costs are stoking inflation and central banks may push rates higher, so here is what a possible rise could mean for UK borrowers, savers and everyday budgets.
Supermarkets are quietly swapping traditional mackerel for a cheaper, less nutritious species, and consumer campaigners say it is a textbook case of "skimpflation" hitting UK shoppers.
The government has promised clearer student loan information for future applicants, but Plan 2 graduates are still waiting to see whether the controversial threshold freeze will be reversed in the autumn Budget.
A practical look at how planned budgeting, separate accounts and a little deliberate friction let you enjoy hobbies and digital entertainment without derailing your finances.
