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The 3 best retail stocks of 2018 (so far)

1 August, 2018 | Alan Oscroft

With the retail sector looking battered, the quality of the best is starting to show through. Check out these three…

Are you underestimating how much you will need for retirement?

1 August, 2018 | Royston Wild

Royston Wild asks the tough question: should you be investing more for retirement?

Don’t repeat my big mistake with the Next share price

1 August, 2018 | Roland Head

Roland Head gives his view on new sales figures from Next plc (LON:NXT) and explains where he went wrong.

Here’s why the Lloyds share price could climb when the PPI scandal is over

1 August, 2018 | Alan Oscroft

Lloyds Banking Group plc (LON: LLOY) sets aside another £460m for PPI mis-selling, while H1 profits soar.

Top shares for August

1 August, 2018 | The Motley Fool Staff

We asked our writers to share their top stock picks for the month.

Why the Centrica share price and 8.3% dividend yield leave me cold

31 July, 2018 | G A Chester

G A Chester discusses why he'd dump British Gas owner Centrica plc (LON:CNA) and another FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) high-yield stock.

Retirement saving: 3 reasons you should open a Stocks & Shares ISA today

31 July, 2018 | Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at three key benefits of the Stocks & Shares ISA.

Here’s how you can learn from my five biggest investment mistakes

31 July, 2018 | Alan Oscroft

While you're investing for that wealthy retirement, you're sure to make some mistakes. But you can minimise them by checking…

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Why I’d ignore the Lloyds share price and buy these FTSE 100 dividend stocks

31 July, 2018 | Royston Wild

Royston Wild identifies two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) income heroes that are better buys than Lloyds Banking Group plc (LON:…

Does today’s fall mean it’s time to sell FTSE 100 growth star Just Eat?

31 July, 2018 | Paul Summers

Top tier takeaway marketplace dips as costs put a drag on earnings. But Paul Summers isn't put off.

Standard Chartered isn’t the only FTSE 100 stock I’d sell in August

31 July, 2018 | Roland Head

Roland Head explains why he's running out of patience with FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) bank Standard Chartered plc (LON:STAN).

Is the Glencore share price a screaming FTSE 100 bargain?

31 July, 2018 | Alan Oscroft

Glencore plc (LON: GLEN) shares have been hammered, but could they be set for a FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) resurgence?

2 smart FTSE 250 dividend stocks that I’d buy with £2,000 today

31 July, 2018 | Royston Wild

Royston Wild examines two FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) shares with excellent prospects for dividend hunters.

Is now the time to buy Neil Woodford-favourite Provident Financial, up 13% today?

31 July, 2018 | Edward Sheldon, CFA

Shares in Provident Financial plc (LON: PFG) are up 13% today. Is now the time to take a closer look…

2 FTSE 250 dividend growth stocks that could help you quit your job

31 July, 2018 | Roland Head

Roland Head explains why he rates these FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX) businesses as buy-and-forget stocks.

BP half-year results: here’s what you need to know

31 July, 2018 | Edward Sheldon, CFA

BP plc (LON: BP) has reported a sharp increase in half-year profits today. Here's what you need to know to…

Should you buy this FTSE 100 giant for its massive 7% dividend yield?

31 July, 2018 | Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves runs the rule over what he believes is the best income stock in the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX)…

Why gold has more investment appeal than Bitcoin

31 July, 2018 | Peter Stephens

Bitcoin seems to be losing its appeal at the same time as gold may offer a bright future.

6 small-cap dividend stocks that could be millionaire-makers

31 July, 2018 | Royston Wild

Royston Wild identifies a handful of small-cap superstars that could supercharge your investment income.

How soon could the BP share price smash the 600p barrier?

30 July, 2018 | Alan Oscroft

BP plc (LON: BP) shares have had a bad decade, but are they on the verge of storming back?

Is the Barclays share price set to return to 350p?

30 July, 2018 | G A Chester

Could the market be massively undervaluing the earnings outlook for Barclays plc (LON:BARC) and a smaller company that released results…

3 FTSE 100 dividend stocks that should pay you for the rest of your life

30 July, 2018 | Royston Wild

Royston Wild is backing these three FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) shares to keep paying you for the rest of your…

Here’s why the BT share price could be set to storm back against the FTSE 100

30 July, 2018 | Alan Oscroft

BT Group plc (LON: BT.A) shares have been plunging against the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX), but have they turned the…

Don’t bank on these FTSE 100 dividend stocks to provide you with a comfortable retirement

30 July, 2018 | Royston Wild

These FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) dividend shares could put a hole in your shares portfolio. Avoid them like the plague!

Have £1,000 to invest? Here are two top funds to consider

30 July, 2018 | Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at two top funds that could be worth considering if you have a little spare cash this…

Is this small-cap growth stock a falling knife to catch after crashing over 20% today?

30 July, 2018 | Paul Summers

Paul Summers remains bullish on the outlook for this top quality company, even if the valuation has got a little…

This Neil Woodford-owned dividend stock could be a total bargain

30 July, 2018 | Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at a Neil Woodford-owned dividend stock trading on a P/E ratio of 11.

The IQE share price is falling. Should you be buying?

30 July, 2018 | Roland Head

Roland Head asks if IQE plc (LON:IQE) is a hi-tech bargain and highlights another engineering stock.

This FTSE 250 income and growth stock could double your money

30 July, 2018 | Rupert Hargreaves

Considering its past performance, this FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) stock could deserve a place in your portfolio.

Two hot growth stocks you could buy with £1,000 today

30 July, 2018 | Edward Sheldon, CFA

Got £1,000 to invest and don't mind taking a little risk? Check out these exciting growth stocks.

3 strategies followed by millionaire investors

30 July, 2018 | Peter Stephens

Here’s how you could boost your portfolio returns by following successful investors.

2 small-cap dividend stocks that could be millionaire-makers

30 July, 2018 | Royston Wild

Royston Wild identifies a couple of terrific small caps paying big dividends today.

These 5% dividend yielders could turbocharge your retirement income

29 July, 2018 | Jack Tang

Looking for reliable dividends to retire on? Consider these 5% dividend yielders to turbocharge your retirement income.

The 3 worst dividend stocks of 2018 (so far)

29 July, 2018 | Roland Head

These dividend favourites have been big fallers this year. Are they now too cheap to ignore?

Are these 5% FTSE 250 dividend yields summer bargains or value traps?

29 July, 2018 | G A Chester

These FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX) stocks are trading at discount prices and offer high yields. Time to buy?

Is the bitcoin price on the verge of a dramatic comeback?

29 July, 2018 | Rupert Hargreaves

With sentiment towards the bitcoin price improving, could now be the time to buy?

A successful Brexit deal could destroy the FTSE 100

29 July, 2018 | Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones says that if Brexit ever happens, the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) could become its first victim.

Want to retire wealthy? Do these two things

29 July, 2018 | Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon outlines two key money moves that you need to make if you want to retire in comfort.

Can you really survive on the State Pension alone?

29 July, 2018 | Edward Sheldon, CFA

The State Pension is just £164 per week. Could you survive on that?

5 things you can do to boost your pension today

29 July, 2018 | Alan Oscroft

Millions are facing financial hardship in old age. Here are some things you can do to avoid being one of…

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The 3 best retail stocks of 2018 (so far)

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BP half-year results: here’s what you need to know

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