In the first of a new series of posts, here we collate the news stories of the week that we feel have the most relevance to your personal finances. Just click on a link to be taken to the full story. 23 Jul 2010 Ten banks to fail European stress tests: Goldman Bank of England rate setters surprised by high inflation UK grew twice as much as expected in second quarter Dividends to fall 6.5 percent in 2010 due to BP Equitable Life compensation an insult to victims 22 Jul 2010 Retail sales get World Cup boost in June Ocado shares trade below Initial Public Offering price 21 Jul 2010 Gross mortgage lending up 7 percent Mortgage approvals and lending to firms slip 20 Jul 2010 Cable says banks ripping off consumers National Savings pull inflation linked products 19 Jul 2010 Compulsory annuity purchase at age 75 to be scrapped under new pension rules A miscalculation by the Yorkshire and Clydesdale banks means some mortgage holders could be asked to repay up to £300 more each month Government to raid dormant bank accounts to fund charity Retail banks making less from customers Free Mortgage ReviewGet a FREE mortgage reviewOur partner Vouchedfor will help you get the best mortgage rate with a free mortgage review From a 5-star rated mortgage adviserTypically save £80 per month per £100,000 of your mortgageNo obligation Review your mortgage*
