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Forget Barclays! Iā€™d buy this dividend-paying stock as the business comes roaring back

| Kevin Godbold

I'd buy this stock because of a ā€œresilientā€ first-half performance and results for the full year expected to be ā€œmaterially…

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Top stocks for an ISA! 2 UK shares Iā€™d buy for a long economic downturn

| Rupert Hargreaves

These two UK shares have specific traits that should allow them to prosper in a harsh economic climate, says Rupert…

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The Gym Groupā€™s share price is still falling. Hereā€™s what Iā€™d do now

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Covid-19 lockdowns have forced UK gyms to close again. What does this mean for The Gym Group shares? Edward Sheldon…

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Market crash 2020: Iā€™d buy today’s cheap UK shares for the new bull market

| Peter Stephens

Buying cheap UK shares today could allow an investor to capitalise on the market crash ahead of a new bull…

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How Iā€™m using the stock market crash of 2020 to help me retire wealthy

| Kevin Godbold

Shrewd investors such as Warren Buffett know that emotions can send investors in the wrong direction. But a stock market…

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Forget NS&I Premium Bonds and Income Bonds. Iā€™d buy FTSE 100 shares for a 5% dividend income

| Peter Stephens

The FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) could offer a more attractive passive income opportunity than NS&I Premium Bonds or Income Bonds, in…

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Forget the housing market crash! Why I prefer investing in the UK stock market

| Kirsteen Mackay

Investing carries risk, but the stock market can be lucrative if you're careful. With a housing market crash a possibility,…

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Forget cash! Iā€™m buying UK shares in an ISA to get rich and retire early

| Harvey Jones

Iā€™m investing my retirement wealth in UK shares rather than cash, because I think theyā€™ll offer a superior return over…

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Two FTSE 100 dividend stocks Iā€™d buy NOW

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Plenty of FTSE 100 companies are offering very generous dividend yields at the moment. Hereā€™s a look at two dividend…

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Black Friday: watch out for these scams

| Sean LaPointe

Here's a list of 5 common Black Friday scams you should be on the watch out for to protect yourself…

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How Iā€™d grow a passive income to retire on with just Ā£30 a week

| Kevin Godbold

With as little as Ā£30 a week, I can build up an investment fund capable of paying me a meaningful…

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Black Friday deals: what to AVOID

| Kate Anderson

It's that time of year again. We break down what to avoid when looking at Black Friday Deals - and…

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BT share price weakness continues after interim results. Here’s what I’d do now

| Alan Oscroft

Even the prospect of renewed dividends hasn't shifted the BT share price any higher yet, as the stock market crash…

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Will a reinstated HSBC dividend secure the stockā€™s future?

| Karl Loomes

As the bank takes on a more bullish stance following better than expected results, would a reinstated HSBC dividend send…

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The next stock market crash is never far away. I’d still buy cheap shares today

| Peter Stephens

I think that buying cheap shares now could produce high long-term returns despite the ongoing threat of another stock market…

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FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy after the US election results

| Manika Premsingh

FTSE 100ā€™s sideways movement is underwhelming but not unsurprising as the US election results remain uncertain. However, there are some…

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Why Iā€™d buy these 2 UK dividend shares yielding 10% and 6% today for a passive income

| Peter Stephens

I think these two UK dividend shares offer a generous passive income when low interest rates are making life more…

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Forget gold and Bitcoin. Iā€™d buy these 2 cheap UK shares to get rich

| Peter Stephens

These two cheap UK shares could offer superior long-term returns after the market crash than gold or Bitcoin in my…

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1 cheap stock Iā€™d buy to beat the next lockdown

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian analyses a key supplier for the home building and refurbishment industry, perfectly placed to beat the next lockdown.

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Marks & Spencer’s share price is rising: Here’s what I’d do

| Roland Head

The Marks & Spencer share price has fallen by 55% this year but is now rising. Roland Head explains why…

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Stock market crash: Iā€™d buy this must-own FTSE 100 share for the new bull market

| Kevin Godbold

This FTSE 100 company operates in a vibrant sector, and I reckon the business looks set to expand as we…

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Stock market crash! I’m buying cheap UK shares to make a million for retirement

| Harvey Jones

If we get another stock market crash in the weeks ahead Iā€™d see this as a great opportunity to buy…

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National Grid warns of supply shortages! Why I’m not tempted by its share price

| Kirsteen Mackay

The National Grid share price is fluctuating amid warnings of electricity supply shortages. It offers a decent dividend, but I'm…

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US election results: here’s how I’m investing in the FTSE 100 right now

| Jon Smith

With the US election results causing ups and down for the FTSE 100, Jonathan Smith tries to make sense of…

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Top stocks for an ISA! I’d buy these 3 solid UK dividend shares to survive the economic downturn

| Harvey Jones

If you're looking to generate a steady income to see you through the economic downturn, then check out these three…

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Tempted by the Centrica share price? Read this first

| Ben Watson

Can the Centrica share price and dividend stage a recovery?

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US election too close to call! I’d buy these 2 FTSE 100 stocks if stock markets crash

| Harvey Jones

If there's no clear winner in the US election and stock markets crash, I'd consider buying these two FTSE 100…

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Forget the easyJet share price. I’d buy UK small-cap shares to get rich

| Rupert Hargreaves

The easyJet share price may look cheap at first glance, but the company's lack of growth potential is worrying this…

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At 80p, are Rolls-Royce shares a bargain stock to buy right now?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rolls-Royce shares look cheap compared to the company's trading history, but it could be years before the group can recover.

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These FTSE 100 dividend stocks yield 5% and 16%. Which would I buy for my ISA?

| Rachael FitzGerald-Finch

FTSE 100 dividend stocks are a great way to build wealth. However, a high yield doesn't always make a good…

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Why Iā€™d buy cheap UK shares in a Stocks and Shares ISA to overcome State Pension concerns

| Peter Stephens

Cheap UK shares purchased in a Stocks and Shares ISA could deliver high long-term returns in my view. They may…

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Stock market crash part 2! Iā€™d buy these top UK growth stocks to beat the lockdown and get rich

| Harvey Jones

These two fast-growing UK shares have survived the stock market crash and look well-placed to weather the latest lockdown too.

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3 FTSE shares with big dividends Iā€™d like to buy right now

| Kevin Godbold

I think these three FTSE shares could be some of the best dividend investments on the London stock market and…

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Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust: is now a good time to invest?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust's share price is up about 70% in 2020. Is now a good time to invest? Edward…

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How Iā€™d invest Ā£200 a month in UK shares to make a Ā£12,000 passive income for life

| Peter Stephens

Investing money regularly in UK shares could produce a surprisingly large and growing passive income in the long run, in…

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10 UK shares I’d buy to start investing in November

| G A Chester

G A Chester sees this year's stock market crash as a rare opportunity to start investing in UK shares at…

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Forget the November premium bond draw! I’d buy FTSE 100 stocks instead to make a million

| Jon Smith

Jonathan Smith argues that although you may get some income from the November premium bond draw, he'd look to stocks…

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Cheap shares: This FTSE 100 stock has fallen 18% in 3 months. I’d buy it today!

| Cliff D'Arcy

This FTSE 100 giant has seen its share price dive by nearly a fifth since August. I'd buy these cheap…

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What I think the second lockdown will mean for Ocado shares

| Karl Loomes

As the UK goes into lockdown, I think Ocado shares may be set to benefit even more than last time.

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Hereā€™s why this FTSE 100 stock is in my buy-and-hold-forever category

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan explains why this blue-chip FTSE 100 stock is firmly in his buy and hold category despite its performance…

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