Retirement results in a "drastic decline" in physical and mental health, according to a study released today.

The Japanese economy grew faster than any other G7 country in the first quarter of the year, reflecting the benefit of Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's expansionary policies.

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has won a High Court case over its tax deal with Goldman Sachs.

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New business at insurance giant Aviva was up 18% in the three months to 31 March, reaching £191m, according to its latest results.

The Treasury has admitted destroying a disc which contained the details of 350,000 Equitable Life victims' names and addresses.

Charles MacKinnon, chief investment officer at Thurleigh Investment Managers, has named five funds he is backing as he looks to boost exposure to equities in his portfolios.

Bereaved families are being hit with inheritance tax bills totalling up to £177m due to the way life insurance policies are being paid out, according to HM Revenue & Customs statistics.

We explain the schemes available for people struggling to buy a house.

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