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The Rolls-Royce share price has fallen again. Should I buy the stock now?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

After a rally late in 2020, the Rolls-Royce share price has fallen again. Here, Edward Sheldon looks at why. He…

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I’d drip-feed £500 a month into cheap shares in this stock market rally

| Peter Stephens

I think buying cheap shares on a regular basis could lead to high returns in the long run from a…

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2 FTSE 100 dividend stocks I’d buy in February

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The FTSE 100 is home to some top dividend stocks. Here, Edward Sheldon highlight two dividend-payers he likes the look…

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2 UK growth stocks I’d buy in February

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon highlights two British growth stocks benefiting from the rapid expansion of the UK's online shopping industry.

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3 reasons why the Rolls-Royce share price fell over 10% last week

| Jon Smith

Revisions lower in a trading update along with fresh travel bans saw the Rolls-Royce share price tumble lower. Jonathan Smith…

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Cineworld’s share price is rising. Should I buy the stock now?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Cineworld's share price has risen about 160% in just three months. Here, Edward Sheldon explains why and looks at whether…

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How I’d invest £3k in UK shares in a Stocks and Shares ISA right now

| Peter Stephens

Buying a diverse range of high-quality UK shares in a Stocks and Shares ISA could be a shrewd long-term move,…

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Dividend stocks: 3 I’d buy from the FTSE 250 index

| G A Chester

Income diversification. These three dividend stocks from the FTSE 250 are in sectors that aren't represented in the FTSE 100…

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How I’d find the best UK shares to buy in this stock market rally

| Peter Stephens

The best UK shares to buy may be those companies that have lagged the index in the recent stock market…

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Why I’d invest in dividend stocks instead of growth stocks today

| Peter Stephens

I think dividend stocks could offer better value for money than growth stocks. They may even deliver higher total returns…

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How I’d find the best UK dividend shares today to earn a passive income

| Peter Stephens

Unearthing the best UK dividend shares today through analysis and assessment may produce a more resilient passive income in the…

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State Pension rates set to rise 2.5% in April

| Rosemary McEwen

The State Pension is rising as average wages and job security plunge. What does an extra 2.5% really mean for…

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The dividend stocks I’ve been buying for income

| Rupert Hargreaves

Here are some of the dividend stocks I've been buying recently to increase the level of discretionary income generated by…

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Lockdown 3.0: why you’re overspending even when stuck at home

| Diana Bocco

While the lockdown has encouraged many Brits to focus on saving more, it’s also led to overspending online for many…

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How I’d earn a passive income with UK shares

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves discusses why he prefers to own UK shares to generate a passive income stream.

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Why I ditched the Cash ISA for UK shares

| Rupert Hargreaves

This Fool explains why he's comfortable with the uncertainty of owning UK shares for the chance of earning a high…

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The Lloyds share price: is it what my portfolio needs?

| Rupert Hargreaves

There are plenty of risks facing the Lloyds share price, but it could be a good way to invest in…

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5 FTSE 250 I’d buy for a Stocks and Shares ISA

| Rupert Hargreaves

These five UK shares could be good FTSE 250 investments for his Stocks and Shares ISA portfolio, writes Rupert Hargreaves.

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Can I trust the Vodafone share price to produce a passive income?

| Rupert Hargreaves

The Vodafone share price supports a dividend yield of 6%, which could provide a passive income. But the company is…

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With £4k to invest, here are 4 UK shares I’d buy for my Stocks and Shares ISA

| Andy Ross

These are the UK shares I’m looking to add to my portfolio via a Stocks and shares ISA over the…

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ISA investing: this is what I’ll do if UK share prices crash again

| Royston Wild

What will I do if UK share prices collapse again? Royston Wild explains what strategy he'll adopt if another stock…

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How I’d invest £100 a month in a Stocks and Shares ISA

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves details the equity investment strategy he is using to invest his money in a Stocks and Shares ISA…

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The economy’s a mess. Here’s how I’m investing in UK shares now

| Manika Premsingh

A messy economy today doesn’t have to deter savvy investment decisions. Manika Premsingh thinks this UK share has strong potential.

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Why I’d buy dirt-cheap UK dividend shares in this stock market recovery

| Peter Stephens

UK dividend shares that trade at cheap prices could offer a potent mix of capital appreciation and passive income in…

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Should I buy Cineworld shares today?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves takes a look at Cineworld shares, which have fallen to low levels recently and look undervalued.

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Why I think this is an underrated FTSE 100 stock

| Manika Premsingh

This FTSE 100 share’s financial health is improving, it pays dividends, and its prospects look bright. Yet, its share price is…

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FTSE 100 watch: should I buy this UK share for my Stocks and Shares ISA today?

| Royston Wild

This FTSE 100 is expected to enjoy solid profits growth over the next couple of years. But should I buy…

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No savings at 40? Here’s how I’d start building wealth for my retirement

| Harvey Jones

I set out how I would tackle the problem of having no savings at 40. There's still plenty of time…

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2 of my favourite UK shares to buy in an ISA after the 2020 stock market crash

| Royston Wild

I have high hopes for my portfolio during the 2020s. Here are two top UK shares I think could boost…

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Should I buy or avoid IAG shares?

| Rupert Hargreaves

IAG shares look cheap after their recent declines, but the company is facing an uncertain future says Rupert Hargreaves.

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How I’d invest £20k in a Stocks and Shares ISA today to capitalise on a stock market rally

| Peter Stephens

I think Investing money in a Stocks and Shares ISA could be a means of generating impressive returns in a…

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Personal Finance

FCA warns traders to avoid potential market abuse

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

The FCA has released a warning to traders to avoid potential market abuse. We take a look at what has…

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The price of this UK tech share is up over 80% in just the last month. Would I buy?

| Andy Ross

This UK tech share, which provides artificial intelligence diagnostics, has leapt recently in price and there could be potentially a…

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BP shares: here’s what I’m doing

| Rupert Hargreaves

BP shares face some significant challenges, but there are also opportunities on the horizon that the company could take advantage…

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2 FTSE 100 shares I think Warren Buffett would buy

| Rupert Hargreaves

Warren Buffett has been previously associated with these FTSE 100 shares, which suggests he could revisit the ideas says Rupert…

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Stock market rally: is it over? (And how I’d invest next)

| Manika Premsingh

The stock market rally appears to have stalled in the past couple of weeks. So is the party over? 

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3 simple ways I’m boosting my stock market returns in 2021 and beyond

| Paul Summers

Picking great companies is one way of generating solid stock market returns, but Paul Summers thinks avoiding unnecessary costs is…

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UK shares: 10 big risks I see for 2021 and what I’d buy next

| Manika Premsingh

Manika Premsingh sees many risks to investing in UK shares right now. But she also thinks good investments can still…

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What I’ll do as fears of a stock market crash increase

| Andy Ross

The market may be flashing warning lights about a stock market crash but Andy Ross plans to not overreact and…

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5 FTSE 100 shares with yields of 5% or more I’m considering now

| Kevin Godbold

Sometimes, big Footsie companies appear to be more stable with well-established businesses. So, should I buy shares in the following…

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