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UK shares to buy now: how I’d invest £2,000 today

| Kevin Godbold

With £2,000, I'd begin to build a diversified portfolio of UK shares with the potential for meaningful returns over the…

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The HSBC share price is rising. Is now the time to buy?

| Dylan Hood

The HSBC share price has risen 40% in the past six months. Dylan Hood takes a closer look to see…

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Here’s why I think the Barclays share price could climb in 2021/22

| Cliff D'Arcy

The Barclays share price has doubled since its September lows and is up almost 30% in 2021. But I think…

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2 of the best UK high-dividend shares

| Andy Ross

Andy Ross picks out two high-dividend shares that could provide yields above 4% to boost the returns of his portfolio.

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Hargreaves Lansdown investors are buying GSK shares. Should I?

| Paul Summers

GlaxoSmithKline plc (LON:GSK) shares were hot last week as investors piled in. Paul Summers considers whether he'd buy now.

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The FTSE 100: next stop 8,000?

| Paul Summers

The FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) is on a roll. Here's why the momentum might (and might not) continue over the rest…

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How to write a notice of correction

| Kate Anderson

Something not quite right on your credit report? We break down what a notice of correction is - and why…

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How long can a bank freeze an account?

| Fiona Vanier

If you have a bank account, you may not be aware of all your rights. Read on for information on…

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Should I buy Deliveroo shares after its trading update?

| Nadia Yaqub

Deliveroo shares have been falling. But it has now released its first ever trading update as a public company. Here’s…

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2 strong growth stocks with falling share prices

| Andy Ross

Andy Ross likes the idea of picking up growth stocks at a lower price, and these two UK-listed shares have…

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ISA investing: 2 UK penny stocks I’m thinking of buying right now!

| Royston Wild

I think these two UK penny stocks could help me make a lot of money. Here are the pros and…

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UK shares to buy now: how I’d invest £1k today

| Rupert Hargreaves

This Fool explains how he would invest a lump sum of £1,000 in a portfolio of small-cap UK shares for…

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How to cancel Universal Credit

| Jennifer Laird

It's important that you know how to cancel Universal Credit if you no longer need it. Here is a brief…

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My favourite penny stock I’d buy right now

| Rupert Hargreaves

This penny stock could help the world in its transition to a more sustainable future. I would buy it for…

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Can I get a mortgage on auction property?

| Fiona Vanier

Property auctions are not just for investors. If you want to know whether you can get a mortgage on auction…

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2 FTSE 100 growth stocks for 2021 and beyond

| Rupert Hargreaves

These two FTSE 100 growth stocks are some of the best blue-chip investments on the market right now, says Rupert…

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Why a UK stock market boom could be coming

| Kevin Godbold

The UK stock market could be a decent place to invest even if current worries about inflation taking off turn…

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Pricing a house to rent: 3 things to consider

| Victor Garrett

Renting out a house can be an excellent opportunity to earn passive income. We’re here to help you work out…

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Why I think the Aston Martin share price could keep climbing

| Rupert Hargreaves

The Aston Martin share price may face some significant challenges in the years ahead, but it also has some tremendous…

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The FTSE 100 surpasses 7,000 points! Here’s a cheap UK dividend share I think will soar

| Royston Wild

The FTSE 100 has soared to levels not seen since Covid-19 exploded on these shores. Here's a top UK large-cap…

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Why Imperial Brands’ share price is too cheap for me to ignore

| Roland Head

The Imperial Brands share price has fallen from £40 in 2016 to £15 today. Roland Head explains why he thinks…

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Why I’d avoid the Shell share price and buy BP shares instead

| Rupert Hargreaves

Based on each company's renewable energy commitments over the next few years, I would avoid Shell stock and buy BP…

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Is the Tesco share price too cheap at current levels?

| Jamie Adams

Current growth estimates suggest the Tesco share price is cheap, so Jamie Adams takes a closer look.

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ISA investing: 2 UK penny stocks and 2 FTSE 100 shares to buy today!

| Royston Wild

I'm on the lookout for top UK shares to buy. Here are several five-star FTSE 100 stocks and quality penny…

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Why I think the Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust share price will rise again

| Roland Head

The Scottish Mortgage share price has been on a rollercoaster ride this year. But Roland Head thinks this FTSE 100…

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How to perform a flood risk assessment

| Victor Garrett

If you are looking to develop property in a flood zone, you'll need to carry out a flood risk assessment.…

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How to sell your old laptop

| Jennifer Laird

Looking to sell an old laptop but don't know where to start? It's easier than you might think. We take…

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3 penny stocks I’d buy right now

| Rupert Hargreaves

These penny stocks have run into problems over the past 12 months, but their outlooks are improving, making them recovery…

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5 FTSE 250 stocks to buy

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves outlines five FTSE 250 stocks he thinks could help him profit from the economic recovery in the years…

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Is the Rolls-Royce share price undervalued?

| Rupert Hargreaves

The Rolls-Royce share price looks cheap compared to its trading history, but the company is facing some serious headwinds to…

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Shares for passive income: my dividend heroes

| Andy Ross

Andy Ross looks at two FTSE 100 shares that reward shareholders with dividends and could be strong passive income creators.

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Would I buy high-growth cryptocurrency and cannabis stocks?

| Manika Premsingh

From Coinbase to Cellular Goods, recently listed companies in still nascent sectors have been well received by investors. Will this…

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Will the Deliveroo share price bounce back in 2021?

| Rupert Hargreaves

The Deliveroo share price has plunged since its IPO, and the stock could continue to fall as uncertainty prevails, argues…

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3 of the biggest mistakes stock market investors make

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Mistakes are part of investing. However, there are some classic mistakes that investors make time and time again. Here are…

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Personal Finance

Gender credit gap: women pay £17k more to borrow over lifetime

| Sean LaPointe

New research has revealed a gender credit gap. On average, women pay £17k more than men to borrow over their…

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2 UK penny stocks and 2 FTSE 100 shares to buy today!

| Royston Wild

I'm on the hunt for UK shares to add to my Stocks and Shares ISA. Here are some FTSE 100…

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I was right about the BT share price! Here’s what I’d do now

| Rupert Hargreaves

The BT share price could continue to move higher as the company progresses with plans to improve its network and…

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The Tesco share price looks cheap to me: here’s why I’d buy

| Roland Head

The Tesco share price has fallen -- or has it? Roland Head explains why he doesn't think this FTSE 100…

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2 FTSE 100 stocks to watch

| Kirsteen Mackay

FTSE 100 stocks Auto Trader (LON:AUTO) and Vodafone (LON:VOD) have potential for growth and shareholder value ahead. Are they good…

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Top growth stocks for April 2021

| The Motley Fool Staff

Our freelance writers picked the top growth stocks they’d buy in April, including Alpha FX, ASOS, Auto Trader and boohoo…

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