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Why I’d buy Diageo plc instead of PZ Cussons plc after today’s update

| Peter Stephens

Diageo plc (LON:DGE) has a superior risk/reward profile to PZ Cussons plc (LON:PZC).

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2 growing FTSE 100 firms to consider now

| Kevin Godbold

Growth can be a compelling component of value as with these two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) stalwarts.

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Is A.G. Barr plc fizzing or flat?

| Zach Coffell

Will the new sugar tax knock the pop out of Irn-Bru maker A.G. Barr plc, (LON: BAG) or will the…

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Is this a better dividend stock than National Grid plc following today’s news?

| Peter Stephens

Should you buy this high-yield share ahead of National Grid plc (LON: NG)?

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Could Sirius Minerals plc be a bid target for BHP Billiton plc?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Could BHP Billiton plc (LON: BLT) pounce on Sirius Minerals plc (LON: SXX)?

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What does today’s offer mean for UK Mail Group plc shareholders?

| Rupert Hargreaves

What's next for UK Mail Group plc (LON: UKM)?

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Is J Sainsbury plc still a better buy than Tesco plc?

| Alan Oscroft

Is the tide turning more strongly for J Sainsbury plc (LON: SBRY) or for Tesco plc (LON: TSCO)?

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Is now the time to buy these top FTSE 100 growth stocks?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

These two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) growth stocks have rewarded shareholders handsomely over the last five years. Is now the…

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Two small oil stocks with huge upside potential

| Ian Pierce

They may not produce any oil yet, but big returns could be on the horizon.

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Is Lloyds Banking Group plc destined to continue underperforming this challenger bank?

| Ian Pierce

All signs point to this challenger banking continuing to trounce shares of Lloyds Banking Group plc (LON: LLOY).

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Is Hargreaves Lansdown plc still a buy after a 170% rise in five years?

| Zach Coffell

Hargreaves Lansdown plc (LON: HL) has been a stock market darling for years, but can it live up to a…

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Do these 3 low yielders offer high growth prospects?

| Harvey Jones

A sky-high yield isn't everything these days, is it? Harvey Jones investigates.

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2 stock market newcomers on my radar after maiden results

| G A Chester

The early bird gets the worm. Should investors snap up these two market newcomers?

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Two hot shares to buy today?

| Alan Oscroft

Should you buy in to today's winners despite some ups and downs?

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Will Thomas Cook Group plc outperform easyJet plc and International Consolidated Airlns Grp SA following today’s results?

| Peter Stephens

Should you buy Thomas Cook Group plc (LON: TCG) ahead of easyJet plc (LON: EZJ) and International Consolidated Airlns Grp…

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Can you afford to miss these great dividends after today’s update?

| Alan Oscroft

You'll rarely go wrong if you stick with reliable dividends like these two.

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Why I’d buy Unilever plc instead of A.G. Barr plc after today’s update

| Peter Stephens

Unilever plc (LON: ULVR) has a superior risk/reward ratio compared to A.G. Barr plc (LON: BAG).

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Is this the UK’s only safe bank stock?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Is this the only UK bank you can trust to generate impressive investment returns?

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Will this stock beat Tesco plc after today’s results?

| Peter Stephens

Should you avoid Tesco plc (LON: TSCO) in favour of this retailer?

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Is this company a better pick than Neil Woodford favourite Provident Financial plc?

| G A Chester

Could returns of Provident Financial plc (LON:PFG) be eclipsed by those of a smaller rival?

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Could Barclays plc suffer the same fate as Deutsche Bank?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Could Barclays plc (LON: BARC) be the next Deutsche Bank?

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High margins. High dividends. Low debt. Am I crazy to avoid these shares?

| Ian Pierce

I've already missed out on significant returns but what's to come in the future for these firms?

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Is it all downhill from here for former FTSE 250 darlings Ocado Group plc and Sports Direct International plc?

| Ian Pierce

Will 20%-plus falls over the past year be reversed by FTSE 250 firms (INDEXFTSE:MCX) Ocado Group plc (LON:OCDO) and Sports…

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Aldi’s £300m investment could create further headwinds for these struggling grocers

| Ian Pierce

More evidence that the German budget chains aren't taking their foot off the pedal when it comes to dominating the…

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3 reasons why Neil Woodford is a successful investor

| Peter Stephens

Here's how Neil Woodford has enjoyed relatively consistent investment success

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3 stocks to beat rising inflation

| Jack Tang

With inflation forecast to pick up in the coming months, I'm taking a look at three stocks that should protect…

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Memorising just four words could turn you into a millionaire

| Paul Summers

As long as you're patient and disciplined, accumulating a million pound portfolio may require less work than you think.

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These two shares could add precious riches to your portfolio

| Alan Oscroft

Could shares in precious metals and gemstones help boost your investment riches?

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Will Sirius Minerals plc plunge like 88 Energy Limited?

| Kevin Godbold

Here’s a way to play the volatility with Sirius Minerals plc (LON: SXX) and 88 Energy Limited (LON: 88E).

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The FTSE 100 could make you a millionaire!

| Rupert Hargreaves

How the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) can make you rich.

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Do today’s results make this company a better buy than Shire plc?

| Peter Stephens

Should you avoid Shire plc (LON: SHP) in favour of this healthcare peer?

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Can this former market darling ever return to its glory days?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Can this former retail champion rule the sector once again after some truly tough years?

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Is this telecoms stock a better buy than BT Group plc after today’s results?

| Peter Stephens

Should you avoid BT Group plc (LON: BT.A) and instead buy this smaller peer?

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These two Footsie stocks should be in your portfolio

| Jack Dingwall

Should Royal Dutch Shell and Imperial Brands be part of your portfolio?

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These two companies’ moats could protect your investment

| Ian Pierce

Are wide moats to entry in growing industries reason enough to take a look at these FTSE 100 giants?

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Forget buy-to-let! These shares could be the best way to profit from property

| Ian Pierce

Can these shares give you exposure to the upside of a thriving housing market without the hassle?

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Will Barclays plc shares ever return to 790p?

| Ian Pierce

Is there light at the end of the tunnel for struggling Barclays plc (LON: BARC)?

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Should you buy this bank instead of Lloyds Banking Group?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Lloyds Banking Group (LON: LLOY) is a popular stock for UK investors. But have you considered this alternative bank?

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Are these FTSE 100 stocks contrarian crackers or frightening flops?

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild considers the investment case of two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) fallers.

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These 3 surprise high-yielders destroy cash

| Harvey Jones

These three stocks pay income of up to 27 times today's base rate, says Harvey Jones.

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