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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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Coronavirus: should you invest now or wait until the stock market improves?

| Rupert Hargreaves

The coronavirus crisis shows no signs of slowing down, but now could be a good time for investors to snap…

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The FTSE 100 just had its 2nd-best April for a decade. Here’s what I’d do now

| Alan Oscroft

The coronavirus might have tipped us into a FTSE 100 slump this year, but we've had a top performance in…

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Lloyds shares vs Barclays: which should you buy?

| Roland Head

Barclays and Lloyds shares are both cheap, but there are some big differences between them, says Roland Head. He explains…

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3 reasons why I’d buy bargain stocks after the coronavirus crash

| Peter Stephens

Buying bargain stocks with recovery potential after the recent market crash could lead to higher returns relative to other asset…

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Retirement savings: I’d buy cheap FTSE 100 stocks in this crash to retire early

| Peter Stephens

I think buying undervalued FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) shares today could lead to high returns in the long run that improve…

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Forget Cash ISAs and Premium Bonds: I’d buy cheap FTSE 100 stocks in this market crash

| Peter Stephens

I think the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) offers a more attractive risk/reward ratio than Cash ISAs and Premium Bonds after its…

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What does the falling oil price mean for the FTSE 100 stock recovery and my 2020 ISA?

| Jon Smith

Jonathan Smith writes how a falling oil price could actually help boost some shares in the FTSE 100, and provide…

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Why I’d buy cheap FTSE 100 stocks in this market crash to become an ISA millionaire

| Peter Stephens

Now could be the right time to start buying undervalued FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) shares in an ISA in my opinion.

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3 simple steps to identify cheap FTSE 100 shares in this stock market crash

| Peter Stephens

I think that buying bargain FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) stocks now could generate high returns in the long run, even if…

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Have £1,000 to invest? This is how I’d buy FTSE 100 stocks now

| Manika Premsingh

The FTSE 100 has made gains in the past weeks, but Manika Premsingh doesn't think all stocks make equally good…

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Does opportunity knock for Boohoo?

| Karl Loomes

Times like these can make or break businesses. Online retailer Boohoo seems to be making it into an opportunity.

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Why I will be buying more Sainsbury’s shares

| Karl Loomes

As its share price dipped on today’s earnings news, this is why I think Sainsbury’s shares are worth buying.

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Could a Covid-19 vaccine help AstraZeneca shares?

| Karl Loomes

As the pharmaceutical giant joins with Oxford University to develop a Covid-19 vaccine, will the AstraZeneca share price see the…

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If a FTSE 100 bull market has begun, is now a good time to buy shares?

| James J. McCombie

The FTSE 100 has officially entered bull market territory, but will it last? I argue that it should not matter…

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Should you buy this rebounding FTSE 100 stock for your ISA in May?

| Royston Wild

This FTSE 100 stock trades at dirt-cheap prices. But do the risks outweigh the potential rewards?

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I’d buy this rock-solid FTSE 100 stock to become an ISA millionaire

| Harvey Jones

The Reckitt Benckiser share price has risen again today, and it remains a top buy for investors looking to build…

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In the Covid-19 crisis, here’s a defensive FTSE 100 share I’d buy today

| Alan Oscroft

What's the best FTSE 100 share to buy right now? Coronavirus pandemic or not, I think this company can help…

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FTSE 100 rebound: Time to buy Rightmove shares?

| T Sligo

There are signs of a stock market rebound, with the FTSE 100 increasing in the past month. Could this be…

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Stock market recovery! How I’d invest £10k right now

| Kevin Godbold

This simple plan could help you invest for success over the long haul. And I name an FTSE 100 stock…

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3 FTSE 250 stocks I’d buy in an ISA for May (including an 8% dividend yield)

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild talks up a few top FTSE 250 shares that could help you get rich.

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Are these stocks worth a bet in the market crash? Here’s what I think

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan looks into the investment viability of these entertainment and gambling companies, and whether they are worth a gamble…

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Can the Rolls Royce share price recover after coronavirus?

| Karl Loomes

With the potential for airline travel to change dramatically after lockdown, will Rolls-Royce still be making engines?

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FTSE 100 crosses 6k. Here’s what I’m buying in the stock market rebound

| Manika Premsingh

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The FTSE 100’s back above 6,000 points! I think you should avoid this cheap stock though

| Royston Wild

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These FTSE 100 shares crashed 45% but are surging back. Here’s what I’d do

| Alan Oscroft

When FTSE 100 shares lose nearly half their value, they're often in big trouble. But they could just be attractive…

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Is the HSBC share price low enough to buy?

| Karl Loomes

After slashing Q1 profits this week, does the HSBC share price have further to fall?

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Why I’d invest in the FTSE 100’s Next for the stock market recovery

| Kevin Godbold

After the lockdown eases, businesses such as FTSE 100 constituent Next will likely recover. Here’s why I’d buy shares in…

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The AstraZeneca share price is climbing. Here’s why I’d buy today

| Alan Oscroft

While the FTSE 100 crashes, the AstraZeneca share price is rising steadily. Here's why I think it has a lot…

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I see these 2 stocks as bargains after the market crash

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan delves deeper into these two well known financial institutions and explains why he believes they're market crash opportunities.

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I don’t care if the stock market crashes again. I’d still buy cheap FTSE 100 shares today

| Harvey Jones

If you wait until the next stock market crash to buy cheap FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) shares, you'll kick yourself if…

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A cheap FTSE 100 stock I’d avoid following the Barclays results

| Royston Wild

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Forget Bitcoin! I’d buy these FTSE 100 shares to get rich and retire early

| Anna Sokolidou

Where should I invest in the most challenging year in decades? Anna Sokolidou thinks she knows the answer.

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Is this the best bank to buy in the FTSE 100 crash?

| Alan Oscroft

The FTSE 100 crash has pushed the UK bank shares slump even lower. But if you're looking for a bank…

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With the Carnival share price this low, should I buy?

| Rupert Hargreaves

The Carnival share price looks cheap compared to its past performance, but investors shouldn't rush to buy the stock just…

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Why I like BP’s double-digit dividend yield despite the stock market crash and negative oil prices

| Manika Premsingh

BP maintains dividends while other FTSE 100 companies rush to slash them. Should I buy its shares for dividend income…

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Why I think following Nick Train and Terry Smith could help you retire rich

| Paul Summers

The Nick Train and Terry Smith funds have performed well in good times and bad. Here's why adopting their strategies…

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Can coronavirus test-maker Novacyt still make you rich?

| Paul Summers

Coronavirus test-producer Novacyt (LON:NCYT) has likely made some savvy small-cap investors very wealthy. Could it still make money for new…

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Stock market crash: like JP Morgan, I’d buy this FTSE 250 bargain!

| Rachael FitzGerald-Finch

The stock market crash has produced this FTSE 250 bargain. JP Morgan bought it in bulk. I think it could…

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

| Peter Stephens

Investing in cheap FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) stocks right now could lead to high returns in the long run, says Peter…

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Stock market crash: I’d buy bargain FTSE 100 shares now

| Thomas Carr

There are real bargains to be had following the stock market crash, writes Thomas Carr. But you need to balance…

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