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  • Thursday, 13 March, 2025
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  • Wednesday, 12 March, 2025
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    Investment platforms note huge inflows as doubts continue over future of cash accounts

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  • Friday, 7 March, 2025
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    Maxed-out Junior Isas up nearly 50% in a year

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  • Friday, 7 March, 2025
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    The ‘Reeves effect’ turbo charges Isa season

    Palpable fear of future restrictions shows the chancellor should meddle with Isas at her peril

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  • Thursday, 6 March, 2025
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  • Thursday, 6 March, 2025
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  • Tuesday, 4 March, 2025
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  • Wednesday, 19 February, 2025
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  • Thursday, 6 February, 2025
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    Investors shift into tax-sheltered accounts given uncertainty of Labour proposals

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