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UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 days ago

Where to find the cheapest petrol stations as oil prices rise

Middle East conflict threatens fuel prices through Strait of Hormuz disruption, though recent oil price drops have lowered UK petrol costs to 131.91p per litre, the cheapest since July 2021.
SF food
fromTasting Table
3 days ago

The Expensive Burger Chain That Serves Up The Best-Value Fries - Tasting Table

Shake Shack offers the lowest per-ounce cost for fries at 40 cents despite having the highest overall prices, while Whataburger provides the cheapest cheeseburger at $1.66 per ounce.
National Football League
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Ticket price battle heats up in court in effort to lessen skyrocketing amounts | amNewYork

Sports ticket resale sites often provide savings to fans, with New Yorkers saving $65 million on sports tickets since 2021, contradicting narratives that resellers only inflate prices.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Clark Howard's Two Word Extended Warranty Advice Has No Exceptions

Extended warranties generally cost more than benefits received; most buyers never use them, making self-funded repair savings a better option.
Environment
fromEarth911
1 month ago

The Earth911 Guide to Buying Refurbished Electronics

Refurbished electronics provide certified, warrantied devices that function like new, cost 30–70% less, reduce e-waste, and offer substantial consumer savings.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Switch and save: How a 'life admin day' can save you hundreds or even thousands of euros

Setting aside a designated day to switch utility providers will pay dividends in the long run
E-Commerce
US politics
fromFortune
1 month ago

It may come down to Trump using political pressure to force banks to cap interest rates on credit cards | Fortune

President Trump demanded a 10% cap on credit card interest by Jan. 20, but enforcement, details, and legal authority remain unclear.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'Some households have saved over 800 a year': How switching energy supplier can lead to huge savings

Electricity prices in Ireland are rising, including up to €20 annually to fund a €19bn national grid upgrade; shopping around can yield significant savings.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Martin Lewis shares hacks and tips' for last-minute Christmas shopping

Independent provides free, on-the-ground journalism covering reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, funded by donations instead of paywalls.
Business
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

This simple step before ordering your Uber or Lyft could save you money, study says

Comparing Uber and Lyft prices can save riders money because average fares for identical trips differ by about 14%.
Travel
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

Money Talks: How Rory's Travel Club went from a Facebook page to an Irish phenomenon

A €12 yearly membership delivers frequent curated travel deals that save members hundreds per trip, enabling rapid subscriber growth.
Digital life
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago

I lowered my car insurance by $1,255 with one phone call. So, I tried it for my other bills and saved even more.

Calling providers and negotiating with updated information and leverage can substantially cut recurring bills; one call reduced an auto premium by $1,255 without losing coverage.
fromTasting Table
6 months ago

What Exactly Are Energy Star Appliances? - Tasting Table

The Energy Star program was established by the EPA in 1992 to help consumers identify energy-efficient appliances and lower their utility bills, using a simple blue sticker.
Environment
E-Commerce
fromTelecompetitor
6 months ago

Advertising Watchdog Asks T-Mobile to Discontinue Streaming Ads

T-Mobile is asked to discontinue certain savings claims and modify advertising to avoid unsupported implications about plan comparisons.
fromenglish.elpais.com
7 months ago

Tax-free weekend: what are the dates for each state and what products are included?

Tax-free weekends are short periods during which states exempt certain items from sales tax, aimed at helping families save on back-to-school purchases.
E-Commerce
Travel
fromMail Online
7 months ago

Travel hack allows travellers to buy 'unwanted' holidays for MUCH less

Online marketplaces enable travelers to recover losses from non-refundable bookings and find discounted holidays.
fromsilive
7 months ago

Is the Staten Island Costco gas station closing? Here's what we know

According to plans filed with the NYC Department of Buildings in June, the store is installing new gasoline supply lines and expanding the existing canopy and fire suppression system that shelters the pumps.
Miscellaneous
E-Commerce
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
7 months ago

Prime Day could top $21bn globally and 1.9bn in the UK, but is that entirely good news? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Amazon's Prime Day sale from July 8-11 is expected to significantly benefit shoppers and small traders.
Projected sales growth for the event could reach $21.4bn in gross merchandise value.
fromTasting Table
8 months ago

The Company Behind Great Value Ice Cream Also Makes Some Of The Biggest Brands In The Freezer Aisle - Tasting Table

What makes Great Value ice cream so good? Despite its lower price point, a lot goes into making sure your Great Value ice cream is just as delicious as more expensive brands.
Silicon Valley food
Berlin food
fromSFGATE
8 months ago

Budget-friendly grocery chain with growing Calif. locations is slashing prices

Aldi is reducing prices on certain grocery items amid rising inflation, saving consumers an estimated $100 million this summer.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
9 months ago

Energy Star, efficiency program that has steered consumer choice, targeted in cuts

EPA's restructuring plan threatens the long-standing Energy Star program aimed at promoting energy-efficient appliances.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
10 months ago

Co-op gives away free food due to error

The recent incident where Co-op mistakenly listed multiple products for free on Deliveroo illustrates the potential for technology errors in retail to create surprising customer opportunities.
UK news
fromNew York Post
10 months ago

Walmart just dropped a surprise beauty sale and the brands are pretty great

For major savings, people shop at Walmart - plain and simple. The retailer is known for its "save money, live better" mantra, its weekly rotisserie of Rollbacks and the ability to provide a great...
Fashion & style
fromNew York Post
10 months ago

$1000 off Lenovo laptops, plus more huge Amazon deals we found this week

While Amazon offers countless deals, navigating through them can be overwhelming, yet it's a blessing, especially with the right guidance from our team.
Gadgets
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