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UK shares to buy now: why I’m considering this FTSE 250 stock for a 10-year hold

| Kevin Godbold

I reckon this quality FTSE 250 business is well-placed to thrive as the world builds back from the coronavirus pandemic.

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Here’s the best-performing UK banking stock from February. Should I buy it now?

| Jon Smith

NatWest Group was the best-performing UK banking stock last month, but Jonathan Smith prefers another bank for long-term potential.

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The £20K ISA allowance is too big for me! I’d start small, investing £50 a month in UK shares

| Harvey Jones

I don't need to invest the full £20,000 Stocks and Shares ISA allowance in UK shares to make investing for…

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The Hurricane Energy share price tanks 15%! This is what you need to know

| Royston Wild

The Hurricane Energy share price has tanked on news concerning its Lancaster oilfield. Here are the key points that have…

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The TUI share price has jumped 45%! Is it too late for me to buy the stock?

| Rupert Hargreaves

The TUI share price has rallied since the beginning of 2021 on vaccine optimism. Is it too late for investors…

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The Boohoo share price is sliding: should I buy the stock today?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Despite the company's improving fundamental performance, the Boohoo share price keeps falling. Could this be an opportunity to buy?

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Can I buy shares in Oatly’s flotation?

| Sean LaPointe

Oatly plans to list on the US stock market soon. We look at what this means for UK investors, including…

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How I’d invest £3,000 in UK shares in a Stocks and Shares ISA today

| Harvey Jones

UK shares could be due a rebound this year and these three FTSE 100 companies would fit nicely into my…

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Capita shares are up 30% in 1 month. Should I buy?

| Nadia Yaqub

Capita shares are cheap right now, but should I buy the stock in my portfolio? Here’s what I’m doing now.

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What is a freeport?

| Sean LaPointe

The UK plans to introduce freeports to help boost the economy after Brexit. But what is a freeport? We explain…

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Should I buy Cellular Goods shares in my portfolio?

| Nadia Yaqub

Cellular Goods shares have just listed. It’s another cannabis-related stock and has attracted a lot of attention. But should I…

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I’d listen to Warren Buffett and invest in stocks with wide economic moats

| Peter Stephens

I think Warren Buffett’s focus on buying stocks with wide economic moats could produce relatively high returns over the coming…

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How I’d build a ‘best stocks to buy now’ list

| Peter Stephens

Focusing on the quality and prices of companies from a diverse range of sectors could make it easier to build…

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Is being a passive income investor becoming more difficult?

| Peter Stephens

Does a low interest rate environment and the recent stock market rally make obtaining a passive income more challenging than…

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I’d use these steps from the Warren Buffett/Charlie Munger investing method today

| Peter Stephens

Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger’s focus on industries they understand and their patient approach could be useful in today’s investing…

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Stock market rally: is it too late to buy and hold cheap dividend stocks?

| Peter Stephens

Can investors still obtain a potent mix of capital growth and a generous passive income over the long run from…

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Budget 2021: 3 ways it could impact my investments

| Jon Smith

Ahead of the spring 2021 budget on Wednesday, Jonathan Smith explains what could be coming out, and how it presents…

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UK stock market: here’s how much profit I might have lost if I hadn’t stayed invested

| Jon Smith

Jonathan Smith looks at the amount he could have missed out on had he tried to time the UK stock…

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5% dividend yield! A cheap UK dividend share I’d buy today and aim to hold for 10 years

| Royston Wild

This UK share offers BIG dividends at exceptionally low costs. Here's why I'd buy it today and aim to hold…

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A cheap UK dividend growth share I’d buy in my ISA this March

| Royston Wild

I love low earnings multiples and chunky dividend yields. Who doesn't? Here's why I think this UK share could be…

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The BP share price rose 9% in February. Is this oil stock a good investment?

| Kirsteen Mackay

Multinational oil, gas, and renewables company BP had a tough 2020. With the oil price rising, does this oil stock…

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5 UK shares that could double my money in 2021

| Manika Premsingh

FTSE indexes are sluggish, but some UK shares are still doing well. Manika Premsingh believes they can continue to reward…

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UK stock investing: 3 growth shares I’d buy right now

| Conor Coyle

I think these FTSE 350 companies would help me to grow my UK stock investing portfolio in the years ahead.

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Personal Finance

How effective will the UK’s new green savings bond be?

| Kate Anderson

Following the government's announcement of the first sovereign green savings bond for retail investors, we break down everything there is…

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Stock market crash 2021: here’s what I’d do if it happens

| Manika Premsingh

As investors we are always better off prepared, even if a stock market crash may not occur. Here are three…

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3 UK shares to buy for a Stocks and Shares ISA

| Rupert Hargreaves

These could be some of the best UK shares to buy for a Stocks and Shares ISA ahead of the…

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Could investing in NIO stock today be like buying Tesla in 2015?

| Dylan Hood

With electric vehicle stocks down, could now be the perfect time to buy NIO stock? Dylan Hood takes a closer…

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2 of the best UK shares to buy this March

| Harshil Patel

Looking for the best UK shares right now? Harshil Patel looks at two high-performing choices that have recently drifted lower.

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Royal Mail shares: is it the right time to buy?

| Royston Roche

Royal Mail shares have performed well in the past year. Royston Roche analyses the company to understand if the company…

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Can the IAG share price continue climbing after last week’s results?

| Alan Oscroft

The IAG share price was the FTSE 100's biggest winner in February. Now that 2020 results are out, will the…

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Personal Finance

What to expect in a relocation package

| Victor Garrett

Has your employer invited you to relocate? What makes a good job relocation package? Here's what you need to know.

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Which FTSE 100 stocks should I buy in March for my Stocks and Shares ISA?

| Jon Smith

Jonathan Smith runs through FTSE 100 stocks Burberry and St. James Place as a couple of stocks he's keeping a…

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A UK dividend stock I’d buy today for passive income

| Roland Head

Roland Head explains why he only buys UK dividend stocks and looks at a FTSE 100 share he thinks could…

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Overvalued or undervalued stock: how to tell the difference

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

Being able to tell if a stock is overvalued or undervalued is a useful skill to have. Here are some…

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The TUI share price is rising! Should I buy the shares today?

| Conor Coyle

This FTSE 250 travel stock bounced after Boris Johnson announced a roadmap for reopening the country. Can the shares sustain…

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The Halfords share price soars to multi-year highs! This is what you need to know

| Royston Wild

The Halfords share price has gone gangbusters in Monday trading. Here's what we've learned from the UK retail share's latest…

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10 FTSE 100 shares I’d like to buy right now

| G A Chester

At discounts of up to 27%, these 10 quality businesses are at the top of this Fool's list of FTSE…

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Free online courses with certificates to increase your earning potential

| Rosemary McEwen

Learning a new skill could help you earn more money. Check out some of the best free online courses with…

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FTSE 100: I think these are the best shares to buy today with £5k

| Rupert Hargreaves

The FTSE 100 is full of attractive opportunities and these could be some of the best shares to buy today…

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Dirt-cheap UK shares I’d buy ahead of the stock market recovery

| Rupert Hargreaves

The unlocking of the UK economy could spur a stock market recovery, which might lead to big returns with these…

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