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Live: Coronavirus Market Crash Coverage

The Motley Fool’s live guide on what investors should do during the stock market crash and the Covid-19 pandemic.

Bear markets are a fact of our investing lives, but they’re still shocking each time they occur. We’ve created this page for all investors seeking guidance on what they should be doing in this turbulent period. Our most important content can be found in the Editors’ Picks section, answering questions about what our writers are buying right now, how much cash to keep on the sidelines, and what stocks could be the biggest potential winners once this is all behind us.

And we do believe we will get through this, because we view investing as a long-term endeavour. Borrowing from Warren Buffett: “We have no idea – and never have had – whether the market is going to go up, down, or sideways in the near- or intermediate-term future.” However, we firmly believe investors will be rewarded over the long term.

We suggest bookmarking this page as we will update our Editors’ Picks periodically – the Recent Articles section is a live feed of our latest thinking. Finally, we understand that many people are seeking epidemiological information on Covid-19. For that we strictly suggest visiting the information pages set up by the UK government and WHO.

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Forget Cash ISAs and buy-to-let. I’d buy cheap FTSE 100 dividend stocks in an ISA today

| Peter Stephens

I think FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) dividend shares could offer greater passive income opportunities than buy-to-let properties or Cash ISAs.

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£1K to invest? I’d buy shares in Boohoo Group now

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan delves deeper into Boohoo Group and suggests why he believes investing in it could be a smart move.

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Forget the recession! I’d look to these FTSE 100 survivors for wealth generation

| Kirsteen Mackay

The FTSE 100 has some long-standing constituents. Can they continue to go the distance through a recession and market fluctuations?

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Don’t fear the recession. I’d buy these defensive stocks to come out on top

| Paul Summers

Paul Summers takes a closer look at two counter-cyclical stocks that look very likely to thrive as the recession takes…

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Is it too late to buy Avacta shares?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Avacta shares have surged this year, but could the stock have a growth potential left after its recent market-smashing performance?…

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If you can stomach the turbulence, I’d buy these airline stocks

| Stuart Blair

Airline stocks have been significantly affected in the stock market crash. One Fool analyses whether it is a perfect time…

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Market crash: time to buy cheap FTSE 100 shares?

| T Sligo

The market crash might have opened up a buying opportunity for FTSE 100 investors. With uncertainty over the economy, is…

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The Greggs share price has fallen by 28%. Here’s why I rate it a bargain buy today

| Matthew Dumigan

The FTSE 250 bakery retailer has had a tough start to the year. With the recent fall in its share…

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A 46% fall in 3 months! Is the Kier share price in bargain territory?

| Kirsteen Mackay

The Kier share price has plateaued after an almighty fall earlier this year. Is this construction stock now a good…

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No savings at 50? I’d buy cheap FTSE 100 stocks in an ISA today to retire in comfort

| Peter Stephens

The FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) index could offer improving long-term returns after its challenging start to 2020 in my opinion.

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Stock market recovery: I’d invest £2k in these cheap FTSE 100 shares today to retire early

| Peter Stephens

I think these two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) shares could offer good relative value for money after the recent stock market…

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Dividend up! I’d buy this 5%-yielding infrastructure stock right now

| Kevin Godbold

I reckon this company offers decent value and solid potential returns in an attractive sector with a tailwind. I'd hold…

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I’d invest £5k today in cheap FTSE 100 shares to get rich and retire early

| Harvey Jones

If you want to boost your wealth and give up the rat race, a great place to start is by…

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Market crash: could this FTSE 100 stock be a recovery gem?

| T Sligo

The market crash might have opened up a rare opportunity to buy cheap shares in this FTSE 100 company. Is…

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Stock market crash: are these shares brilliant buys following recent price weakness?

| Royston Wild

These shares have crashed in value due to the coronavirus outbreak. Royston Wild considers whether they're too good to miss…

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This FTSE small cap is up over 800% in 2020. Here’s what I’d do now

| Jabran Khan

This Fool looks at a FTSE AIM small-cap company whose share price has increased massively as it works on a…

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FTSE 100 recovery: I’d look at these shares to capitalise on a market rebound

| T Sligo

The FTSE 100 recovery could be under way! These two shares might be under-priced for those willing to invest for…

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Stock market crash: could this dirt-cheap ‘safe haven’ help you get rich and retire early?

| Royston Wild

This London-quoted supposed safe haven has bounced following the market crash. Is it too good to miss, or a shocking…

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Here are 2 cheap high-yield FTSE 100 bargains. I’d buy them right now

| Tom Rodgers

FTSE 100 dividend stocks like this are incredible bargains right now. Here are two cheap high-yield shares I'd buy straight…

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Have £10k to invest? The FTSE 100 crash could be your chance to retire early

| Anna Sokolidou

Now could be the right time to grab some FTSE 100 shares to retire early! Anna Sokolidou explains why!

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The Lloyds Bank share price has crashed, but I’d rather buy this FTSE 100 stock

| Manika Premsingh

The Lloyds Bank share price has fallen to sub-30p levels. But I’d rather consider other FTSE 100 stock that look…

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A soaring FTSE small-cap tackling Covid-19 I think you should consider!

| Jabran Khan

This Fool looks at a FTSE small cap company that has experienced massive share price growth due to its work…

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Up 15% today! This share’s explosive recovery continues along with others like it

| Kevin Godbold

This company’s position in its markets is strong because of the 'essential' nature of the work undertaken. And its prospects…

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Stock market recovery! I’d invest £5,000 in FTSE 100 shares like this right now

| Kevin Godbold

Stock markets have been tearing back up after their coronavirus plunge. But the situation isn’t as simple as it might…

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The FTSE 100 recovery: here’s what I’d do now

| Thomas Carr

As long as the FTSE 100 looks cheap with the potential to grow come the recovery, I'll carry on investing,…

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The Open Orphan share price has climbed over 200% year-to-date! Is it worth investing in?

| Kirsteen Mackay

The Open Orphan share price has been generally heading up in recent weeks as momentum builds around its capacity to…

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Coronavirus market crash: should I stay invested or start a Cash ISA?

| Jon Smith

Jonathan Smith argues why he's keen to sit tight with his shares and wait for a bounce-back after the coronavirus…

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Is now a good time to buy IAG, Ryanair and easyJet shares ahead of a bumper recovery?

| Matthew Dumigan

EasyJet shares have tumbled by 62% in the stock market crash, but does this represent a good opportunity to buy…

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The BT share price collapse! Should I buy as it rallies from under £1?

| G A Chester

The BT share price sank below 100p intraday last week. It's subsequently rallied strongly, so could now be the perfect…

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2 FTSE 100 stalwarts I think are market crash opportunities

| Jabran Khan

This Fool explores the investment viability of two FTSE 100 stalwarts that are major players in the telecommunications industry.

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Forget Bitcoin! 5 stock sectors screaming higher right now

| Kevin Godbold

In this stock-picker’s market, investing in the ‘right’ sectors could be key to outperforming with shares in a world featuring…

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Novacyt share price surged 2,650% year-to-date! Can this wild ride continue?

| Kirsteen Mackay

The Novacyt share price is experiencing volatility as it commits to increasing coronavirus test orders. Can it meet market expectations?

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Have £1,000 to invest? I’d buy this bargain FTSE 100 share in the market crash

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan delves deeper into this major utilities provider, its investment viability and why he thinks you should consider buying…

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Global dividends could crash 30%+ in 2020! Why FTSE 100 investors need to be VERY careful

| Royston Wild

Dividends are predicted to fall off a cliff in 2020 as corporate profits dive. Payouts have slumped across the FTSE…

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Warren Buffett’s unintentional wake-up call for investors and how you can profit now

| Kevin Godbold

In bold recent action, Warren Buffett dealt some enduring and potentially profitable advice for today’s shareholders, but he didn’t mean…

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Forget Cash ISAs. I’d buy these 2 cheap FTSE 100 dividend stocks to beat the State Pension

| Peter Stephens

I think these FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) dividend shares could offer a passive income that helps you to overcome an uncertain…

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£5k to invest today? I’d buy these 2 cheap FTSE 100 stocks in an ISA to retire early

| Peter Stephens

I think these two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) shares could offer recovery potential after their disappointing stock price performances over recent…

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Jim Cramer’s ‘Covid-19 Index’ is thrashing the market. Here’s how you can build yours

| Kevin Godbold

Here are many London-listed share ideas based on Jim Cramer’s successful notional Covid-19 index. I reckon you can stock-pick your…

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£1k to invest? Why I think the TUI share price will double

| Roland Head

With resorts set to reopen throughout Southern Europe, Roland Head reckons the TUI share price could be a double-bagger for…

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£5k to invest? I think this FTSE 100 share price could double

| Rupert Hargreaves

This Fool highlights a FTSE 100 stock that looks too cheap to pass up after recent declines and has the…

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