Hidden gems of the stock market: Even in an average year, the stellar companies really stand out.The pandemic brought 18 months of surging prices and a buying frenzy: Will 'normality' be restored to the housing market next year?.these are the biggest stock market winners and losers of 2021 along with three investment surprises What to do if you don't want to downsize? Three ways homeowners can sort their finances to stay in the homes they love.Investment bankers enjoy a £4.5bn fees bonanza as takeover frenzy grips the City.Fat Face racks up another year in red despite cost cuts: High Street fashion chain posts £13m loss.Beauty products maker Creightons maintains solid sales levels in defiance of supply chain issues and falling demand for hygiene goods.Apple puts Foxconn's India plant on 'probation' amid concerns over substandard food and dormitories at the factory.Hunt down the Covid fraudsters, HMRC told after £5.8bn of taxpayers cash is lost through pandemic support schemes.BUSINESS LIVE: House prices jump in December HMRC chases £5.8bn of Covid fraud Bankers rake in £4.5bn in fees.Security test for UK deals: At last, the Government looks prepared to take on the predators, says ALEX BRUMMER.but the end could be nigh for cheap deals as new pricing regulations start in January Cost of car insurance hits seven-year low.GRACE ON THE CASE: Six stand out cases from 2021 - and how we have helped win back thousands for YOU.Somerset's Taunton sees biggest house price rises in 2021 as buyers shun cities for the suburbs and rural areas during the pandemic.The 22 new motors for 2022: All these cars are due to arrive in UK showrooms over the next 12 months - which one would you pick?.What does 2022 have in store for savers? Inflation will continue to erode our hard-earned cash, but interest rates can only get better.but one in six who do end up going back due to money issues or wanting 'purpose' in life Early retirees see 60 as the golden age to give up work.House prices hit record high of nearly £255k amid biggest annual spike since 2006 as buyers fork out nearly £24k MORE for a home than a year ago.

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