Rachel Reeves has paused plans to reduce the amount savers can put into tax-efficient cash Isas following lobbying from banks, building societies, and consumer groups.
The proposed cuts to the £20,000 savings limit for cash Isas have been put on hold to allow for further industry consultation, as revealed by the Financial Times.
The move aims to encourage UK savers to consider stock market investments for higher returns, but building societies argue that cutting the limit could impact their ability to fund mortgages.
The chancellor is expected to provide more advice and support for consumers to invest in stocks and shares during her upcoming speech, amid challenges in balancing the UK economy.