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Stock market recovery: is it too late to make a passive income from cheap shares?

| Peter Stephens

Can investors still make a worthwhile passive income from cheap shares despite the recent stock market recovery’s impact on company…

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I don’t care if experts are warning of a stock market crash, I’m buying cheap UK shares today

| Harvey Jones

I am buying cheap UK shares even though some experts claim today's market will crash. If they are right, I…

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1 high-growth UK tech stock I’m watching in 2021

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian looks at a UK high-growth software-as-a-service tech stock that keeps on climbing.

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I was right about the GameStop share price. Here’s what I’m doing now

| Jon Smith

With the GameStop share price coming back down to earth quickly, Jonathan Smith explains how he still wouldn't buy in…

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2 FTSE 100 shares I’d add to my Stocks and Shares ISA in February

| Conor Coyle

Here's why I'd consider adding Barratt Developments (LSE:BDEV) and Unilever (LSE:ULVR) to my portfolio in February.

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Should I buy Hipgnosis stock or shares in Round Hill Music?

| James J. McCombie

Hipgnosis Songs and Round Hill Music are two investment trusts offering me exposure to song royalties. I just have to…

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AstraZeneca shares: 4 reasons I’d buy them now

| Manika Premsingh

The AZN share price has been subdued for the last few months, but Manika Premsingh thinks that’s about to change. 

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Personal Finance

What is options trading?

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

What is options trading, and should you try it? We take a look at what you need to know about…

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Personal Finance

A quarter of UK adults are saving for a dream holiday in 2021

| Sean LaPointe

New research shows a quarter of UK adults are saving for a dream holiday in 2021. Here are a few…

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2 cheap UK shares I’d buy during this stock market recovery

| Conor Coyle

I’d add these cheap FTSE 100 shares to my portfolio today.

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5 investing lessons I learned from Warren Buffett

| Christopher Ruane

When Warren Buffett speaks, investors listen - and learn. Here are five lessons I learned from the Sage of Omaha.

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Personal Finance

Cold Weather Payment: what is it, and can I get it?

| Jennifer Laird

Are you wondering whether you're eligible for the Cold Weather Payment? You might be if you're on certain benefits. Here's…

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I think this could be one of the best UK shares to buy now

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Self-driving cars are getting smarter, and Zaven Boyrazian has found the company that’s 'teaching' them. Could this be one of…

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Personal Finance

What’s the best peanut butter to buy?

| Sam Robson

Is smooth best, or does crunchy peanut butter add another level to the spread? It’s a debate as old as…

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FTSE 100 shares to buy: AstraZeneca has rediscovered its growth mojo

| Kevin Godbold

Here's why I like the look of AstraZeneca shares today and I think the investment risks are balanced by the…

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The Lloyds share price: 2 reasons I’m keen right now, but 2 big risks I’d note

| Jon Smith

While balancing the risks and rewards of the Lloyds share price at current levels, Jonathan Smith thinks the rewards give…

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Personal Finance

How do I find my Council Tax band?

| Jennifer Laird

What is your Council Tax band, and how much Council Tax should you be paying? Here's a breakdown of what…

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This is why Royal Mail’s share price has soared to 2.5-year highs!

| Royston Wild

The Royal Mail share price has rocketed again as the firm has upgraded its full-year forecast. Here's why the UK…

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Stock investing: I think these are 5 of the best shares to buy now

| Rupert Hargreaves

The best shares to buy right now are in the technology sector, according to Rupert Hargreaves, who outlines his current…

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The ODX share price jumps! Should I buy the stock?

| Rupert Hargreaves

The ODX share price has been on a tear over the past 12 months, but the question is, can the…

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Personal Finance

What is the ‘Bed and Spouse’ tax strategy?

| Sean LaPointe

A 'bed and spouse' strategy can help reduce your Capital Gains Tax bill and retain ownership of an asset. Here's…

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Stock investing: 2 of the best UK growth shares I’d buy in a Stocks and Shares ISA today

| Royston Wild

I think these couple of UK shares are attractive growth stocks for the new decade. Here's why I'd buy them…

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2 UK tech stocks I’d buy in February

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon highlights two exciting UK tech stocks he believes look well-placed for growth in a post-Covid-19 world.

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Personal Finance

FinTok, StockTok… what is Financial TikTok?

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

The latest craze on TikTok is trading tips and financial advice. We explain what’s going on and why it's a…

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Why I’d follow this aspect of Warren Buffett’s strategy when buying cheap UK shares

| Peter Stephens

Warren Buffett’s focus on investing within his sphere of knowledge could be worth following when buying cheap UK shares, in…

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UK share investing: 2 top stocks I’d buy in my Stocks and Shares ISA

| Royston Wild

The global economy faces significant uncertainty as the Covid-19 crisis drags on. Still, here are two quality UK shares I…

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Should I invest in Cineworld shares now?

| Kevin Godbold

Can Cineworld shares deliver a decent investment return for shareholders buying today as the business recovers from the pandemic?

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I’d drip-feed £250 a month into top UK shares in an ISA to aim to retire in comfort

| Harvey Jones

Investing a regular monthly sum of around £250 in top UK shares will help boost my retirement plans, but I…

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How I’d generate a passive income from UK shares starting today

| Peter Stephens

Buying a diverse range of UK shares that operate in a variety of sectors could produce a resilient and growing…

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How I’d start earning passive income to supplement my wages

| Peter Stephens

Buying dividend shares with growth potential over the long run could be a good way to obtain a passive income…

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8.3% dividend yields! 2 UK shares I’d buy in February and hold for 10 years

| Royston Wild

Here are two dividend-paying UK shares I'd buy this month. I think they'll pay big dividends whether or not the…

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Why I’d follow Warren Buffett’s buy-and-hold strategy

| Peter Stephens

Warren Buffett’s buy-and-hold investment approach may provide greater scope for capital growth over the long run, in my view.

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The US S&P 500 or the UK FTSE 100: which would I buy today and why?

| Cliff D'Arcy

With the S&P 500 hitting new highs, it's leaving the poor old FTSE 100 behind. But what happens when this…

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FTSE 100 shares to buy: why this one is near the top of my pick-list

| Kevin Godbold

This FTSE 100 company traded well in 2020 and is poised for growth in 2021 and beyond. Here's my assessment…

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Is the London Stock Exchange IPO market hotting up in 2021?

| James J. McCombie

News of the London IPO market's demise in 2020 appears to have been greatly exaggerated. By the looks of things,…

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Personal Finance

Where can I find low income support?

| Fiona Vanier

If you are struggling to make ends meet, it's useful to know where you can access low income support. This…

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1 fintech stock that’s modernising moneylending

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Revolutionising moneylending is not an easy thing. But this fintech stock might have found a way to do it. Zaven…

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How I would earn passive income with £50 a week

| Christopher Ruane

I'd use these passive income ideas with just £50 a week.

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Rolls-Royce share price: could the company be a Tesla competitor in the future?

| Jay Yao

Jay Yao writes whether he thinks Rolls-Royce could compete against Elon Musk’s Tesla in the future, and what it could…

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This FTSE 100 stock yields over 5%, making it a great passive income opportunity!

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan examines a FTSE 100 stock with defensive capabilities and a 6% yield that presents a passive income opportunity.

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