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Alan Oscroft

Alan is a freelance writer who began writing for The Motley Fool in the late 1990s. He has been a private investor for more 30 years, and has explored a number of strategies, settling on high-yielding blue-chip shares.

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The top FTSE 100 dividend shares to buy now

| Alan Oscroft

FTSE 100 dividend shares suffered badly in 2020, but already it looks like they could come bounding back in 2021.…

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The 5 best shares for a new £5k portfolio

| Alan Oscroft

Starting investing today, what would I pick as my five best shares? I see many great shares out there now,…

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When will the FTSE 100 get back above 7,000 points and stay there?

| Alan Oscroft

The FTSE 100's push above 7,000 points came to a halt this week amid fresh Covid-19 fears. What should the…

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The iomart share price recovery is faltering. I think I’m seeing a buying opportunity

| Alan Oscroft

The iomart share price was recovering well from the Covid-19 crash, but it's gone off the boil lately. Is this…

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Will the Taylor Wimpey share price be a winner in 2021?

| Alan Oscroft

The Taylor Wimpey share price has recovered since the worst of the stock market crash. But what does the rest…

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Is this one of the FTSE 100’s best shares to buy in 2021?

| Alan Oscroft

This FTSE 100 stock crashed in 2020, but it's seen a steady recovery since September's lows. Could it be one…

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Does the Rolls-Royce share price make me want to buy in 2021?

| Alan Oscroft

The Rolls-Royce share price was hammered last year, and the 2021 recovery has faltered. Could this be the time to…

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Is the BP share price set for a sustained climb in 2021?

| Alan Oscroft

The BP share price has been recovering strongly since November. But it's still way down since Covid-19 struck. Is it…

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The IAG share price is up 20% in 2021. Have I missed my chance?

| Alan Oscroft

The IAG share price has been one of 2021's best FTSE 100 performers. And after that, I think it still…

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After the FTSE 100’s worst day in 2 months, what should I do now?

| Alan Oscroft

The FTSE 100 slumped on Tuesday in response to fresh Covid fears. Here's why I'm ignoring the panic and listening…

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After a 15% rise in 2021, is the Lloyds share price heading for a strong recovery?

| Alan Oscroft

Dividends are still being held back, but the market is turning bullish over the Lloyds share price. I think 2021…

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The Tesco share price is down 20% in 2021. Here’s why I want to buy

| Alan Oscroft

The Tesco share price has dropped in 2021, but that's not as bad as it looks. Here's what I like…

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How Warren Buffett helped my investing throughout the stock market crash

| Alan Oscroft

Here's why I think listening to Warren Buffett can help us manage our investments through good times and, especially, through…

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The Rolls-Royce share price holds steady after big 2020 loss. Should I buy?

| Alan Oscroft

It's been a disastrous year for the Rolls-Royce share price. But it's coming back, and some 2020 figures weren't as…

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The Roblox share price soared on its keenly awaited listing. Should I buy?

| Alan Oscroft

The flotation has been keenly awaited, and the Roblox share price did not disappoint when it finally came to market.…

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Is this news just what’s needed to boost the Marks & Spencer share price?

| Alan Oscroft

The Marks & Spencer share price has been gaining as lockdown easing looms. Will this news help with a longer-term…

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The Lloyds share price: what have I learned from it?

| Alan Oscroft

I had numerous chances to sell, but instead I watched the Lloyds share price keep on falling. What did I…

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The Aston Martin share price: will it be a 2021 winner?

| Alan Oscroft

The AML share price crashed heavily in the months following IPO. But with Lawrence Stroll at the helm, it's been…

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Why the Yu Group share price soared over 10% today

| Alan Oscroft

The Yu Group share price has more than trebled so far in 2021. A strong trading update is behind the…

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The best shares to buy now for a post-lockdown world

| Alan Oscroft

Hopes for a lifting of Covid-19 restrictions are buoying the stock market. But how can I identify the best shares…

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Can the IAG share price continue climbing after last week’s results?

| Alan Oscroft

The IAG share price was the FTSE 100's biggest winner in February. Now that 2020 results are out, will the…

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The Lloyds share price: what do the latest results mean?

| Alan Oscroft

The Lloyds share price is still weak, but the dividend has been reinstated. Do the latest results make me want…

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The BP share price is climbing. Is it one of the best stocks to buy now?

| Alan Oscroft

After a big 2020 Covid-19 crunch, the BP share price has been steadily rising along with oil prices. Should I…

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Is this the best FTSE 100 growth share to buy for the next decade?

| Alan Oscroft

This FTSE 100 stock has nearly doubled in price since flotation in 2018. Will the growth story continue for the…

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Is this the best FTSE 100 company to buy right now?

| Alan Oscroft

This FTSE 100 company has reported a relatively prosperous 2020. I examine it as a possible 2021 ISA buy.

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This FTSE 100 stock has soared since 2020. Here’s what I’d do now

| Alan Oscroft

We don't often see FTSE 100 shares flying as high as this one, currently leading the index. Is it a…

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The IAG share price is beating the FTSE 100 in February: here’s what I’d do

| Alan Oscroft

I'm putting together my 2021 ISA shortlist. Now that the IAG share price is rising, should I add it do…

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The Barclays share price is rising in February. Should I finally buy for my ISA?

| Alan Oscroft

I've been tempted by the Barclays share price for ages, but I've never bought. I'm now weighing Barclays up as…

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The NatWest share price has been climbing. Should I buy now?

| Alan Oscroft

The NatWest share price has been beating some of the competition. And despite a full-year loss, 2020 results bring a…

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2 of the best investment trusts to buy now

| Alan Oscroft

I'm searching for two investment trusts to buy in 2021, looking to match my personal investment aims and requirements. Could…

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The Lloyds share price is climbing in February. Should I top up my holding?

| Alan Oscroft

The Lloyds share price has done well since November, but it's still way down over 12 months. With results due…

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The Rolls-Royce share price is rising this week. Should I buy?

| Alan Oscroft

The Rolls-Royce share price has fallen back from its year-end levels. But could this latest uptick be the start of…

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Stocks and Shares ISA: which shares should I buy in 2021?

| Alan Oscroft

There's not long to go until we get our brand new 2021-22 Stocks and Shares ISA allowance. But what shares…

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How I’d invest £10k in 2021

| Alan Oscroft

How would I invest £10k in 2021? Knowing what I know now, I'd approach my first investments very differently to…

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3 ways I reduce my risk when investing in shares

| Alan Oscroft

Does the 2020 stock market crash mean investing in shares is now risky? I think the long-term risk is minimal,…

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Here’s how I’d invest £250 per month in a Stocks and Shares ISA in 2021

| Alan Oscroft

I reckon 2021 could be a great year to kick off a long-term Stocks and Shares ISA. But what would…

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Here’s why I’ll be investing in shares for the rest of my life

| Alan Oscroft

The 2020 stock market crash might have made investing in shares look like a bad idea. But, for me, it's…

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The IAG share price is falling again. Here’s what I’d do now

| Alan Oscroft

The IAG share price is off to a lacklustre start in 2021. But I'm confident about IAG's liquidity, so should…

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These FTSE 250 shares are on my Stocks and Shares ISA shortlist right now

| Alan Oscroft

Which are best for a Stocks and Shares ISA, FTSE 100 or FTSE 250 shares? Here are two from the…

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The National Grid share price is down: should I buy it for my Stocks and Shares ISA?

| Alan Oscroft

National Grid share price weakness is tempting me to buy. So will I finally add this one to my Stocks…

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