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Why I’d avoid overvalued stocks and buy cheap UK shares in this stock market recovery

| Peter Stephens

I think buying UK shares at prices that undervalue their prospects could be a sound move in this stock market…

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5 factors I look for to find ‘monster’ growth stocks in 2021

| Harshil Patel

Harshil Patel outlines five attributes that growth stock companies often have in common.

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Shares to buy today: 3 FTSE 250 stocks I’d add to my portfolio

| Rupert Hargreaves

These FTSE 250 companies have desirable long-term competitive advantages that could make them some of the best shares to buy…

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A cheap UK share I’d buy in an ISA today and aim to hold until 2030!

| Royston Wild

This UK growth share looks like a brilliant value pick, in my opinion. Here's why I'd buy it today and…

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Cheap UK share: 1 FTSE 100 stock I can buy and hold till 2025

| Manika Premsingh

Other FTSE 100 stocks have shown a smart recovery, but not this cheap UK share. Manika Premsingh believes that is…

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I reckon FTSE 100 dividend stocks are the best shares to buy for passive income

| Harvey Jones

The FTSE 100 contains some of the best shares of all for investors seeking passive income, and I'm going to…

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I think these 3 FTSE 100 stocks may be among the best UK shares to buy in an ISA today

| Peter Stephens

These three FTSE 100 stocks appear to offer positive long-term growth prospects relative to many UK shares, in my opinion.

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A dirt-cheap FTSE 100 share to buy today for passive income

| Roland Head

This FTSE 100 share offers a 9% dividend yield. Roland Head explains why he's bought the stock for passive income,…

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3 ways I’m aiming to beat negative interest rates via FTSE 100 investments

| Jon Smith

With increasing chatter about negative interest rates coming to the UK at some point this year, Jonathan Smith reveals his…

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Are you wasting money by not buying in bulk?

| Sean LaPointe

We all like to save money on our grocery shop. We take a look at how you could make savings…

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Rolls-Royce share price has declined almost 30%. Here’s what I’d do

| Jay Yao

Given everything that’s happened and the recent trading update, Jay Yao writes what he would do given the recent Rolls-Royce…

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How I’d invest £3,000 now in UK shares to make a passive income

| Christopher Ruane

To earn passive income, I'd invest £3,000 in UK shares now. Here I explain how I'd do it.

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BT shares: should I buy for my 2021 portfolio?

| Royston Roche

BT shares fell 31% in 2020. Royston Roche takes a deeper look following its trading update and also looks into…

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2 UK shares I’d pick to beat inflation

| Christopher Ruane

Instead of worrying how inflation could damage my spending power, I'd pick UK shares I think could help protect it.

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Can I have more than one life insurance policy?

| Sean LaPointe

A life insurance policy ensures that your loved ones' financial needs are taken care of if you pass away. But…

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UK lithium stocks: 1 I’m watching

| Christopher Ruane

Among UK lithium stocks, this is one I am keeping a close eye on.

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I reckon these dirt-cheap FTSE 100 stocks could lead the next stock market rally

| Harvey Jones

The big banks inflicted more dividend cuts last year than any other FTSE 100 stocks but look well placed to…

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Coronavirus: most London boroughs are now unprofitable for buy-to-let investors

| Kate Anderson

With the news that buy-to-let property is no longer profitable in London, we take a look at what impact the…

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The SolGold share price is falling today. Here’s what I’d do right now

| Rupert Hargreaves

The SolGold share price is falling, but this investor thinks it could be a good time to make a small…

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Over one third of Brits name ‘money saving’ as the best result of remote working

| Kate Anderson

Has the latest lockdown resulted in you are working from home again? We take a look at just how much…

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The Beazley share price rockets 15% on trading statement, dividend hopes!

| Royston Wild

The Beazley share price is soaring on an otherwise-quiet day for UK shares. Here's why the insurance colossus has sprinted…

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Passive income stocks: how I make money while sleeping

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

I like to wake up to find cash magically appearing in my bank account. Zaven Boyrazian explains how dividend shares…

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This FTSE 100 stock faces a tough time ahead. Would I invest in Compass shares?

| Kirsteen Mackay

Between Covid-19, Brexit and the school meals scandal, this FTSE 100 stock has had a rough year. Are Compass shares…

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Lockdown 2 saw investors turn more to ethical investing

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

With more investors getting involved in ethical investing, what does this increase in popularity mean for the future of investing?

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3 reasons why I’d buy UK shares in a Stocks and Shares ISA in 2021

| Peter Stephens

A Stocks and Shares ISA can offer a simple, low-cost and tax-efficient means of investing in UK shares in 2021,…

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Personal Finance

Are solar panels worth it?

| Jennifer Laird

Wondering whether buying solar panels for your home is worth it? Here's everything you need to know to help you…

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3 reasons why I’d buy stocks now and aim to hold them forever

| Peter Stephens

An investment strategy that seeks to buy stocks now and hold them for the long term could be more profitable…

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The Rolls-Royce share price: here’s what I’d do right now

| Rupert Hargreaves

The Rolls-Royce share price could be an attractive economic recovery play now the business seems to have pulled through the…

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Which are the best airline shares for me to buy right now?

| Jon Smith

Some airline shares have been hit hard as the industry tries to cope with lower passenger numbers. Jonathan Smith eyes…

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Should I buy NIO stock today?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

NIO stock has had an incredible run over the last year, rising about 1,350%. Here, Edward Sheldon looks at whether…

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Why I’d ignore Lloyds and buy other cheap UK shares for my ISA!

| Royston Wild

I think that buying Lloyds shares is still a massive gamble. Here's why I'm looking past the FTSE 100 bank…

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Why I’d buy FTSE 100 shares in this stock market rally

| Peter Stephens

FTSE 100 shares could offer a potent mix of capital growth and a passive income in the current stock market…

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Should I downsize my house if I’m nearing retirement?

| Sean LaPointe

We look at reasons you might consider downsizing your house and the pros and cons of doing so to help…

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Stock market recovery: why I’d buy and hold good value UK shares

| Peter Stephens

I think buying good value UK shares could lead to impressive returns over the long run in a stock market…

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Dividend stocks: 3 I’d buy from the FTSE 100 index

| G A Chester

These three dividend stocks from the blue-chip FTSE 100 index are from diverse sectors, and have an aggregate yield of…

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How I plan to make a passive income by investing in UK dividend stocks

| Peter Stephens

Investing money in UK dividend stocks that offer high yields and the potential for a growing passive income could be…

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Personal Finance

What to give up for Lent

| Sean LaPointe

With Lent approaching, we take a look at a few things you might give up to improve your health, finances…

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The Unilever share price is falling but I’d still buy this top FTSE 100 stock

| Harvey Jones

The Unilever share price has fallen after today's full-year results but I think the market reaction has been overdone and…

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Personal Finance

What is the Robinhood app?

| Diana Bocco

The Robinhood app is a trading and investment app aimed at beginner investors who want to try out the market.…

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Royal Dutch Shell shares are falling today. Here’s what I’d do next

| Harvey Jones

Royal Dutch Shell shares are falling today and the company faces big challenges, but I still see it as a…

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