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FTSE 100 index has its biggest fall in 20 months! Here’s what I’d do now

| Manika Premsingh

The FTSE 100 index fell by 3.6% on Friday, showing its biggest fall since April, 2020. What is next for…

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Stock market crash? I’d buy these 2 UK shares

| Suraj Radhakrishnan

Although the FTSE 100 has opened strongly today, I am looking at FTSE 100 shares I'd buy in case of…

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Why NOW is the best time in years to sell your used car!

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

Now is an amazing time to consider selling your used car. Here’s why it’s worth thinking about and some tips…

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2 FTSE 100 shares to buy after the mini stock market crash!

| Royston Wild

These FTSE 100 shares fell sharply during last week's stock market crash. Here's why I'm thinking about buying them for…

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2 cheap FTSE 100 shares I’d buy after the crash!

| Royston Wild

I'm searching for the best cheap FTSE 100 shares to buy following last week’s mini stock market crash. Here are…

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Personal Finance

As domestic abuse figures rise, here’s how to spot the signs of financial abuse

| Anne East

Domestic abuse figures rose by 6% in the year ending March 2021. Here, Anne East looks specifically at how to…

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This former FTSE 100 stock is back in vogue but leaves much to be desired

| Stephen Bhasera

Everyone is talking about the return of former FTSE 100 stock, M&S. But I'm bearish on it right now and…

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Omicron variant flash crash: 3 shares I’m buying or avoiding now

| James Reynolds

James Reynolds discusses the shares he's buying and avoiding during this Omicon variant inspired flash crash

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EV boom: is this new IPO a ‘no brainer’ buy?

| Dan Appleby, CFA

I think this IPO could be an excellent way to gain exposure to the growing EV market. Are the shares…

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Personal Finance

Here’s the latest country looking to ban cryptocurrency

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

India is the latest country looking to ban Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency assets. Here’s why the country is doing it…

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Will the new Covid variant trigger a UK stock market crash?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

The UK stock market took a hit last week as travel stocks crashed after a new Covid variant emerged, but…

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Do recent director purchases suggest the Argo Blockchain share price is a bargain?

| Christopher Ruane

What does recent director buying suggest about the Argo Blockchain share price? Christopher Ruane gives his view.

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Here’s why I believe Amazon stock is undervalued

| Nathan Marks

With a P/E ratio of nearly 70, Amazon stock may not look cheap. However, Nathan Marks sees the potential for…

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Personal Finance

Revealed: happiest places to live in the UK and their average house prices

| Sean LaPointe

Sean LaPointe takes a look at the happiest places to live in the UK, their average house prices and things…

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The Lloyds share price fell last week. Can it recover as we head into 2022?

| Charlie Keough

After the Lloyds share price fell over 7% on Friday, Charlie Keough provides his prediction as to how the stock…

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3 Covid stocks to buy now

| Stuart Blair

Covid stocks have fallen back in recent months. But with the new variant causing significant disruption, Stuart Blair thinks that…

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3 cheap stocks I’d buy after Friday’s market mini-meltdown!

| Cliff D'Arcy

The FTSE 100 dived by 3.6% in Friday's mini-meltdown, leaving most share prices down in the dumps. But I'd happily…

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Personal Finance

Covid Omicron variant: how will the new UK travel rules affect my travel plans?

| Sean LaPointe

The UK has tightened its travel rules in response to the emergence of the Covid Omicron variant. Here's what the…

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2 FTSE 100 ‘super stocks’ to buy after Friday’s market crash

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

After Friday's mini stock market crash, many FTSE 100 shares are now cheaper. Here, Edward Sheldon highlights two Footsie 'super…

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A short history of Black Friday and Cyber Monday (and why they might have peaked)

| Katie Royals

Katie Royals takes a look at the growth of Black Friday and Cyber Monday in the UK over the years…

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Why did the BT share price just jump 8% today?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

The BT Group share price is on fire this morning after rumours of a potential acquisition emerged. Zaven Boyrazian investigates.

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These US stocks are surging. Should I buy now?

| Dan Appleby, CFA

Not every share price crashed last week. These US stocks surged after the new Covid strain was announced, so are…

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easyJet’s share price just fell below 500p. Time to buy?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

easyJet's share price just crashed on the back of concerns about the new strain of the coronavirus, Omicron. Is this…

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These 2 FTSE 100 stocks crashed last week. Should I buy now?

| Dan Appleby, CFA

I’ve been looking at last week’s FTSE 100 underperformers to see if they're buys for my portfolio. Are these two…

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1 cheap dividend stock to buy now

| Paul Summers

Ever the contrarian, Paul Summers thinks this battered FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX) company is a great dividend stock to buy now.

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How I’d invest £1,000 in top metaverse stocks in December

| Jon Smith

Jon Smiths talks about some specific top metaverse stocks and how he'd slot them into his existing stocks portfolio for…

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3 dirt-cheap UK shares to buy now

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves explains why he thinks these are the best UK shares to buy now as a value investor with…

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Another Covid crash ahead? Here are 3 of the best stocks to buy

| Paul Summers

Paul Summers picks out three of the best stocks he'd buy if the Omicron variant spreads fast and more restrictions…

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The BP share price keeps getting cheaper!

| Rupert Hargreaves

At today's valuation, Rupert Hargreaves thinks the BP share price is a steal, considering its growth potential and dividend yield.

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2 FTSE shares with insider buying

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Insiders just spent £250k+ on these FTSE stocks, which suggests they expect them to rise. Edward Sheldon looks at whether…

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Stock market crash: where I’m seeing value right now

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The stock market has been volatile recently and this is creating opportunities. Here, Edward Sheldon highlights some stocks he'd buy…

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3 insights from Warren Buffett about handling a stock market crash

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith runs through some great pieces of advice that he's drawn from Warren Buffett regarding dealing with market turmoil.

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My 3 top penny stocks to buy now

| Rupert Hargreaves

These are some of the best penny stocks to buy on the market today according to Rupert Hargreaves who would…

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Why I think NIO stock could plunge in 2022

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves explains why he thinks the mounting challenges facing NIO's stock could suddenly push the shares lower in 2022.

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The FTSE 100 falls! Here’s what I’d do now

| Dan Appleby, CFA

The FTSE 100 crashed on Friday, making it the worst day for the index since June 2020. Here's what I'm…

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Should I invest in this ETF to try and profit from Cyber Monday sales?

| Niki Jerath

With Cyber Monday sales set to rise, I'm wondering whether to invest now in this e-commerce logistics exchange traded fund.

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4 penny shares to buy if stock markets crash in December!

| Royston Wild

I'm searching for the best cheap UK shares as stock markets threaten to crash again. Here are four top penny…

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2 tumbling Cathie Wood stocks: will they bounce back in 2022?

| Nathan Marks

Cathie Wood is loading up on these two tumbling stay-at-home stocks. Will they bounce back in 2022 and justify their…

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Stock market crash? Here’s why I’m not worrying

| Nathan Marks

The FTSE 100 dropped 3.6% on Friday. Is a full-blown stock market crash incoming? I’m using Peter Lynch’s principles to…

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Here’s why the IAG share price fell 15% last week

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith takes a look at the fall in the IAG share price last week, mainly centred around the crash…

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