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Why is the Gamestop stock price rising again?

| James J. McCombie

The Gamestop stock price shot up by nearly 30% yesterday. Was this a new short squeeze attempt, did the company…

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Is the Ocado share price set for a comeback?

| Suraj Radhakrishnan

Ocado shares are showing signs of a rebound after a steep fall-off. Suraj Radhakrishnan analyses if the grocer's shares are…

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Should I buy these UK shares after this news?

| Royston Wild

These two UK shares have just furnished the market with fresh trading news. Are they now top stocks I should…

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The Imperial Brands share price comes with a 9% dividend yield. Should I buy?

| Nadia Yaqub

The Imperial Brands share price hasn’t really delivered a great performance in 2021 so far. Here’s my take on the…

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Should I buy Smurfit Kappa shares after this news?

| Suraj Radhakrishnan

Smurfit Kappa shares could rise after the announcement of new investments in Mexico. But is it a buy for long-term…

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As the FTSE 250 soars to record highs, is it time to buy smaller stocks?

| Alan Oscroft

The FTSE 250 has just broken its all-time record. With its superior performance in recent years, is investing in the…

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Should I buy the dip in the BT share price?

| Nadia Yaqub

The BT share price has been falling recently. So is now a buying opportunity for me? I take a closer…

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Is this UK share (which I own) still a top buy after today’s update?

| Royston Wild

As an investor in this UK share, trading news gave me further reason to expect big returns in the future.…

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Here’s why penny stock Abingdon Health (ABDX) has rocketed 140%

| Paul Summers

The Abingdon Health Ltd (LON:ABDX) share price has exploded in just a few days. Paul Summers wonders whether this can…

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Where will the Vodafone share price go in September?

| Roland Head

The Vodafone share price is lagging behind the FTSE 100. Roland Head explains why this might be -- and whether…

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Why has the ODX share price climbed 25% in 3 days?

| Alan Oscroft

After a volatile 12 months, is the Omega Diagnostics (LON: ODX) share price set to soar on the promise of…

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Do you have enough in your emergency fund?

| Sandy Kenrick

Building up an emergency fund can offer vital protection when times are tough. But how do you know when you've…

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3 UK shares to buy with growth potential

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves takes a look at three UK shares he would add to his portfolio today considering their growth potential.

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The AMC share price jumped 20% yesterday. Here’s what I’m doing

| Jon Smith

Jonathan Smith notes the impressive one-day gain of the AMC share price, but thinks the potential short squeeze occurring is…

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3 cheap dividend shares to buy

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves takes a look at three dividend shares trading at attractive valuations that he would buy for his portfolio…

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Personal Finance

This is the average borrowing amount for UK mortgages right now

| Diana Bocco

With the stamp duty holiday now tapering, what is the average borrowing amount for mortgages in the UK? Diana Bocco…

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3 FTSE 100 bargains I’d buy now

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves explains why he believes these FTSE 100 stocks are undervalued considering their growth and income potential.

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Here’s why the Sainsbury’s share price could keep rising

| Andy Ross

There are reasons to think that the Sainsbury’s share price could keep rising, even after its recent jump, argues Andy…

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Are these the 3 best dividend stocks to buy?

| Manika Premsingh

The average FTSE 100 dividend yield is 3.5%. But there are plenty of dividend stocks that have above average yields.…

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The falling Boohoo share price could be a massive opportunity to buy

| Andy Ross

So far this year the Boohoo share price is down nearly 20%, which probably makes it a major buy –…

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Top UK recovery stocks for September

| Kevin Godbold

Recent takeover bids serve to highlight the value to be found in many UK recovery stocks right now. Here are…

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Lloyds Bank: what’s holding back this penny stock?

| Manika Premsingh

The Lloyds Bank share price has been tumbling for the past few months despite its good half-year results. What’s going…

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What is a foreign transaction fee?

| Jennifer Laird

Wondering what that foreign transaction fee is on your last credit card statement? Here's how the fees work and how…

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1 beaten down UK growth share to buy right now

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer examines one name on his list of UK growth shares for his portfolio and considers why its share…

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3 AIM stocks to buy before September

| Paul Summers

They may no longer be cheap, but Paul Summers thinks these AIM stocks could still be worth buying before a…

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Where will the BP share price go in September?

| Roland Head

The BP share price hasn't kept pace with the rising price of oil. Roland Head looks at the situation and…

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The 2 best UK shares to buy today

| Manika Premsingh

Manika Premsingh is not just sticking with stocks that assure her great capital gains. She also likes those that pay…

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1 FTSE 100 growth stock I’d buy now

| Paul Summers

FTSE 100 member Auto Trader Group plc (LON:AUTO) isn't cheap to buy, but Paul Summers reckons there could be more…

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2 cheap UK shares (including a top penny stock) I’d buy in an ISA

| Royston Wild

I'm searching for top, cheap UK shares to add to my Stocks and Shares ISA. Here's a current -- and…

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Will the Deliveroo share price rise to 400p now?

| Manika Premsingh

Deliveroo announced yet another partnership today, which could increase its share price even further.

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Here is why I am buying BP shares right now

| James J. McCombie

I think the BP share price will eventually increase, but I am prepared for a long and potentially rough ride.

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These are the documents businesses should be shredding

| Sean LaPointe

These are the documents that as a business owner you should prioritise shredding to avoid having them fall into the…

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UK shares: here’s why these two stocks have made headlines today!

| Royston Wild

These UK shares have been updating investors in Tuesday's session. Here's what this current, and former, penny stock have been…

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After the IAG share price fall, should I buy?

| Alan Oscroft

The IAG share price has slumped since its high point in March 2021. Does that make it too cheap for…

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These 2 UK shares have updated investors. Here are the key points

| Royston Wild

These two UK shares have just updated the market on recent trading. Here are the key things British stock investors…

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I think these 2 FTSE 100 stocks could be among the best shares to buy in September

| Christopher Ruane

Could these two FTSE 100 shares be among the best shares for Christopher Ruane to buy? He considers whether to…

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Why are airline stocks the top gainers today?

| Manika Premsingh

Aviation stocks like easyJet and IAG are among top gainers today, along with other travel stocks. Could investor bullishness be…

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Here’s why these penny stocks are rocketing in price!

| Royston Wild

These two penny stocks have soared in value following the release of fresh operational news. Here are the key things…

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Why Open Orphan stock shot up by 15% today

| Kevin Godbold

Open orphan could participate in what the chairman describes as “one of the biggest growth opportunities in the history of…

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What’s next for the Barclays share price?

| Stuart Blair

The Barclays share price has recovered well since its lows last March. But its valuation is still cheap, so will…

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