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Best stocks to buy now: 5 FTSE 100 shares I’d acquire today

| Rupert Hargreaves

I think these could be some of the best stocks to buy now based on their performance over the past…

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Stock market recovery: 3 steps I’d take to earn a passive income right now

| Peter Stephens

I think buying a diverse range of higher-yielding dividend shares with solid financial positions could produce an attractive passive income.

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Why I won’t forget the 2020 market crash when buying stocks in 2021

| Peter Stephens

The speed and scale of the 2020 market crash provides an ongoing reminder to buy financially sound businesses in 2021,…

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Lloyds share price: why this FTSE 100 bank is on my February watchlist

| G A Chester

Lloyds has lagged the FTSE 100 over long periods, but could its business and share price be set to outperform…

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2 reasons why I’d invest in UK shares right now

| Peter Stephens

Low valuations across a wide range of FTSE 350 sectors could make UK shares a sound investment destination, in my…

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Will the Saga share price reach 500p in 2021?

| Christopher Ruane

Can the Saga share price reach 500p in 2021? Christopher Ruane shares his view.

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I’m not waiting until the next stock market crash to buy cheap UK shares, I’m buying now

| Harvey Jones

While I love going shopping for cheap UK shares in the middle of a market crash, I'm happy to invest…

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Why I’m still buying UK shares in my Stocks and Shares ISA today!

| Royston Wild

I have no intention to stop buying UK shares despite the uncertain economic outlook. I think I can still make…

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2 of the best UK shares to buy this February

| Harshil Patel

Looking for the best UK shares right now? Harshil Patel considers two possible choices he’s thinking about.

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I reckon these 2 FTSE 100 dividend stocks may be among the best shares to buy now

| Harvey Jones

I am on the hunt for top income stocks and I reckon these two FTSE 100 dividend-payers look like some…

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Personal Finance

5 great franchise opportunities in the UK

| Jennifer Laird

Looking to start a franchise? Here's a rundown of five great franchise opportunities in the UK, and tips for getting…

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Personal Finance

Is £219,063 the ideal amount of money to retire on?

| Sean LaPointe

We take a look at the average amount of money you need to retire happy and some useful ways to…

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Renewable energy stocks: 1 to watch in 2021

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Innovations from renewable energy stocks continue to spark headlines as the UK moves towards carbon-neutral in 2050. But what about…

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The BP share price is sinking! I’m thinking of adding it to my 2021 ISA

| Jon Smith

Jonathan Smith looks past the latest results that are pulling the BP share price lower and thinks the temporary blip…

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Why I’d listen to Warren Buffett and buy cheap shares

| Peter Stephens

Following Warren Buffett’s lead in buying cheap shares in high-quality businesses could lead to higher returns in the long run,…

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Personal Finance

The trouble with instalment payments

| Kate Anderson

Have you ever considered spreading the cost of a purchase using instalment payments? We take a look at the pros…

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I’d invest £500 a month in shares for a £25,000 passive income

| Peter Stephens

Saving money for retirement may lead to a disappointing nest egg due to low interest rates. Buying shares regularly could…

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Stock investing: 3 of the best growth shares I’d buy right now

| Rupert Hargreaves

Stock investing can be a challenging enterprise, but Rupert Hargreaves believes these three growth stocks appear to have the potential…

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The BP share price is falling: here’s what I’d do right now

| Roland Head

BP's share price is falling, but Roland Head reckons the shares could make a profitable addition to his dividend portfolio.

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Why I’d buy cheap UK shares in an ISA today and hold them to 2030

| Peter Stephens

I think buying cheap UK shares in an ISA today, and holding them for the long run, could prove to…

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Personal Finance

30% of British adults are planning for their perfect retirement

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

Planning for retirement is always a great idea. New research shows people are changing how they approach their finances. Let's…

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Here’s how I’d invest £100 per week in UK shares

| Peter Stephens

I think investing a modest amount of money regularly in UK shares could produce a surprisingly large nest egg over…

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3 simple ways to pick stocks like Warren Buffett

| Tom Rodgers

Warren Buffett made £64 billion by doing these three simple things. I think UK investors can easily do them too.

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I’d spend £5k right now on cheap FTSE 100 dividend shares to make a passive income

| Peter Stephens

Buying FTSE 100 dividend shares today could offer a relatively stable passive income versus smaller companies, in my opinion.

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I’d follow these 3 steps to capitalise on a stock market rally

| Peter Stephens

Buying a diverse range of cheap, high-quality companies could be a sound means of capitalising on a stock market rally,…

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How a stock market crash gives retail investors a chance to buy cheap shares

| Kirsteen Mackay

With suggestions that a stock market crash is on the cards, here's why I think retail investors like me could…

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Passive income ideas I’d use today in the new bull market

| Peter Stephens

Buying defensive stocks with stable business models could be a means of obtaining a resilient passive income in the new…

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Which UK shares should I buy now? Here’s 2 I like, and 1 I’d stay away from

| Jon Smith

Jonathan Smith asks himself which UK shares he'd buy right now for February, and decides to stick to more defensive…

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Personal Finance

What happens if I miss a credit card payment in the UK?

| Sam Robson

It’s a valid fear when applying for a credit card. What happens if I miss a credit card payment here…

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How I use the Warren Buffett way to make money investing

| Tom Rodgers

What would Warren Buffett do about GameStop, silver, or Bitcoin? Here's how I use his methods to make money investing.

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Forget short-selling stocks! Here’s why I’m sticking to a buy-and-hold investing strategy

| Jon Smith

Jonathan Smith shows how short-selling a stock carries unlimited risk if the share price moves higher, which isn't something he…

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6% dividend yields! A UK share I’d buy in February and hold for 10 years

| Royston Wild

I'm not concerned by the muddy outlook for the world economy. I reckon this UK share from the FTSE 100…

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Personal Finance

Can I claim a refund if Brexit has increased postage prices?

| Sean LaPointe

We take a look at whether you can get refund for goods bought from the EU if they come with…

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Silver squeeze! Should I buy silver today?

| Tom Rodgers

A silver squeeze is on and the price of the precious metal is rocketing! Is now the time to buy…

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A top UK growth share I’d buy in my Stocks and Shares ISA in February!

| Royston Wild

I'm on the hunt for more top ISA buys this February. Here's a top UK share I think could make…

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Will Aston Martin’s shares ever return to pre-pandemic levels?

| Cohan Chew

Aston Martin shares had a painful 2020 but paints a promising future.

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Personal Finance

How you could save £690 annually on heating bills

| Diana Bocco

If you’re looking for ways to save on your heating bills, you’re not alone. We take a look at seven…

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Stock market recovery: I’m aiming to build wealth with dirt-cheap shares

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

The current stock market recovery presents an incredible opportunity to build wealth using dirt-cheap shares. Zaven Boyrazian explains why.

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Topshop deal lifts ASOS share price: should I buy?

| Roland Head

The ASOS share price has risen after the company announced plans to spend £265m acquiring several well-known high street fashion…

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Personal Finance

Here’s what you need to know about the proposed Targeted Income Grant Scheme (TIGS)

| Sean LaPointe

TIGS has been proposed to help self-employed workers currently excluded from current government support. We take a look at what's…

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