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With the prospects of a recession growing, will the Lloyds share price get crushed?

| Andrew Mackie

As the outlook for the UK economy continues to weaken, Andrew Mackie explores what it could mean for the Lloyds…

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The 888 Holdings share price is up by almost 18% today. Can it rise more?

| Manika Premsingh

The 888 Holdings stock is the biggest FTSE gainer in today’s trading, following revised valuations for William Hill’s non-US business,…

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Why metaverse stock Engage XR’s share price rocketed 70% today!

| Royston Wild

Engage XR's share price has soared following news of 'metaversity' rollouts in the US. Here are the key details we…

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Here’s why a recession might not actually happen

| John Choong

As the yield curve flattens and GDP growth stalls, analysts are predicting a recession. However, an economic downturn might not…

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How I’d use a daily £3 to earn passive income for life

| Christopher Ruane

Here is how our writer would try to set up passive income streams by putting aside a small amount of…

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Shares in Countryside Partnerships just slumped! Should I buy?

| Dr. James Fox

The Countryside Partnerships share price fell by 17% in early trading on Thursday morning after the company issued a profit…

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Warren Buffett just bought this share! Should I?

| Christopher Ruane

Warren Buffett just invested over £3bn in an iconic tech company. Our writer considers whether it could fit his own…

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4 of the best stocks to buy now for my new ISA

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains four of his best stocks to buy now for the new ISA year, including options for both…

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This FTSE 250 stock just dropped 10%. Should I buy?

| Dr. James Fox

This FTSE 250 stock slumped by 10% on Thursday morning after Jefferies downgraded the shares to "hold" from "buy". But…

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Tesla stock is up 30% in one month. Is there more to come?

| Paul Summers

Tesla stock has bounced back from its early 2022 wobble. Is this now a 'no-brainer' investment?

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New SPAC set to float in London: can you buy its shares?

| Sean LaPointe

A new SPAC has announced plans to float on the LSE. Here's everything you need to know about the SPAC,…

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How I’d invest via my Stocks & Shares ISA to target £35 in passive income a week

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer reckons he can boost his passive income streams by investing his Stocks and Shares ISA in this way.

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Here’s why the 888 Holdings share price just jumped 28%!

| Dr. James Fox

Shares in 888 Holdings leapt nearly 30% on Thursday after it announced a new financing structure for its acquisition of…

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2 FTSE 100 dividend shares with juicy 8% yields!

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith runs through two FTSE 100 heavyweight dividend shares that are offering inflation-beating yields at the moment.

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3 hot FTSE 250 shares that could surge in 2022

| Charlie Carman

These three top-performing FTSE 250 stocks have seen their share prices double over the past year. There could be further…

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Should I follow Elon Musk and buy Twitter shares?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Tesla founder and CEO Elon Musk just spent a whopping $2.9bn on Twitter stock. Is that a signal to buy…

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Why I think the Rolls-Royce share price could soon explode

| Andrew Woods

As the company works on innovative projects in the fields of energy and aerospace, Andrew Woods looks at what underpinned…

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2 of my top FTSE 100 dividend shares to buy in April

| Dr. James Fox

For me, these two stocks look like some of the top FTSE 100 dividend shares to buy this month. Both…

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Investing is on the rise: 3 need-to-knows for beginner investors

| Karl Talbot

New research suggests the number of people looking to invest is rising. So, what tips should beginner investors keep in…

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Is the Rolls-Royce share price about to go nuclear?

| Michelle Freeman

The Rolls-Royce share price is having a turbulent time. I think the latest UK Government Energy strategy’s support for nuclear…

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Personal Finance

These were the most popular stocks in March 2022!

| Ruby Layram

The beginning of a new month is a great time to review your ISA portfolio. Here's a look at the…

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New tax year: is it worth using your stocks and shares ISA allowance straight away?

| Karl Talbot

With a new tax year upon us, should you use your ISA allowance straight away or wait? Karl Talbot takes…

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ISA dash: how investors rushed to open a stocks and shares ISA on deadline day

| Karl Talbot

New data reveals many investors used up their annual ISA allowance on the final day of the 2021/22 tax year.…

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10.4% dividend yields! A FTSE 100 share I’d buy to hold until 2032

| Royston Wild

This FTSE 100 dividend stock offers a yield that smashes the index's 3.5% forward average. Here's why I'd buy and…

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The Royal Mail share price hits a 52-week low. Time to buy?

| Paul Summers

The Royal Mail share price is down 35% in one year. Paul Summers questions whether the stock is now a…

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Is the stock market about to soar?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Could the stock market be about to experience a major upward move? Zaven Boyrazian thinks it might and sees it…

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UK shares to buy now: how I’d invest £1,000 in April

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Are these the best UK shares to buy now? Zaven Boyrazian takes a closer look and explains why now might…

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How I’d invest £20k in a Stocks and Shares ISA in 2022

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Investing £20,000 in a Stocks and Shares ISA can be challenging. Zaven Boyrazian explains his investing strategy for 2022.

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The Lloyds share price looks cheap – but does that make it a good buy & hold investment?

| Michelle Freeman

Everyone loves a bargain, but we all know cheap isn’t aways best! With the Lloyds share price falling again, can…

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My £2,000 game plan for a stock market crash

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains what he would do in the different stock market crash scenarios that could present themselves in coming…

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Why the Imperial Brands share price is the biggest FTSE 100 riser today

| Manika Premsingh

The Imperial Brands share price is on a roll today as its trading update bodes well for its upcoming half-year…

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Here are 3 FTSE 100 inflation-beating stocks with 8%+ dividend yields

| Manika Premsingh

As inflation rises, these three FTSE 100 stocks can still offer investors positive real passive income.

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After the GSK share price beats £17, we’ve sold big-time

| Cliff D'Arcy

After the GSK share price surged past £17, my family sold a large chunk of our holding. There are two…

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Recession lights are flashing. Why yield curve inversion matters to investors.

| Andrew Mackie

The US bond market has long predicted impending recessions. Are the warning signs from history about to strike again?

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Here are 2 of my best stocks to buy and hold this April

| Dr. James Fox

In my opinion, these are two of the best stocks to buy and hold right now, with both offering considerable…

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I’d start my new Stocks and Shares ISA with these 3 shares

| Christopher Ruane

Looking at the prospect of a new Stocks and Shares ISA allowance, our writer highlights a trio of UK shares…

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This FTSE 100 stock could earn me passive income with a 6% dividend yield

| John Choong

With a 6% dividend yield and 8% gain since the start of the year, I'm considering buying this FTSE 100…

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3 renewable energy stocks I’d buy as investor interest soars!

| Royston Wild

I'm searching for the best renewable energy stocks to buy as demand from institutional investors surges. Here are a few…

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How I’d invest £10,000 to generate a passive income for life

| Alan Oscroft

I'm looking at spreading £10,000 across 10 shares to generate long-term passive income. Here's why the biggest yields might not…

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The Royal Mail share price just dropped 4%! Should I buy now?

| Dr. James Fox

The Royal Mail share price has fallen today after Barclays cut its price target. So is now a good time…

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