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My top house builder shares to buy before the market recovers!

| Dr. James Fox

Housebuilders share prices have slumped over the past year, despite record house prices. So here are my best shares to…

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The BT share price is treading water. Should I make a move?

| Christopher Ruane

The BT share price is fairly close to where it was a year ago. Christopher Ruane looks at why and…

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Is now the time to buy JD Wetherspoon shares?

| Christopher Ruane

JD Wetherspoon shares have lost over half their value. But our writer still likes the business model. Here is why…

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Credit Suisse shares gain after horrific earnings update! What’s going on here?

| Dr. James Fox

Credit Suisse shares gained 2% in pre-market trading on Wednesday despite massively underperforming and parting ways with its CEO.

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Is the falling Wickes share price a bargain primed for long-term recovery?

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan takes a closer look at the dwindling Wickes share price and decides if he would buy the shares…

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Will the Haleon share price hit £2 or £4 first?

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer has been looking at the Haleon share price and considering whether the company might make an attractive buy…

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Centrica share price: 2 good reasons it may burn hotter yet!

| Michelle Freeman

As things cool down in the UK, the Centrica share price keeps rising. This Fool sees that trend continuing.

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2 growth stocks to buy before the market recovers!

| Dr. James Fox

Many growth stocks are still massively down from their 2021 highs. So here are two stocks I'm looking to buy…

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Is the Lloyds share price finally set to climb, after positive H1 results?

| Alan Oscroft

The Lloyds share price has gained on the back of first-half results, but investors still appear cautious. I think it's…

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At 815p, are Scottish Mortgage shares a buy?

| Charlie Keough

After a prosperous period, Scottish Mortgage shares have lagged in 2022. Here, this Fool explains why he'd buy.

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Is now the time to buy easyJet shares?

| Charlie Keough

After the release of its Q3 update yesterday, this Fool weighs up if now is the time to add easyJet…

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Will there be a 2023 Rolls-Royce dividend?

| Christopher Ruane

As a shareholder in the aircraft engine maker, our writer considers what the prospect of a 2023 Rolls-Royce dividend could…

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Nuclear power is back in fashion – and I’m investing in these FTSE 100 companies

| Jacob Ambrose Willson

Jacob Ambrose Willson thinks the FTSE 100 provides some excellent opportunities for him to make returns via nuclear power-orientated companies.

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Should I buy Alphabet stock after its Q2 earnings?

| John Choong

Alphabet reported its Q2 earnings yesterday. Despite misses across the board on analysts' expectations, is the stock still a good…

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Here’s why I’m buying FTSE shares like crazy this month!

| Cliff D'Arcy

After sitting on my hands for six months, I've started boldly buying FTSE 350 shares. And I'm doing this despite…

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How I’d invest £20,000 in a Stocks and Shares ISA today to build long-term wealth

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon explains how he's using a growth investing strategy to build his Stocks and Shares ISA and long-term wealth.

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6 income shares I just bought for high dividends

| Cliff D'Arcy

As stock prices dipped in June and July, I bought these six income shares for their high dividend yields. These…

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Why I’ve just bought GSK shares for my Stocks and Shares ISA

| Michael Wood-Wilson

GSK shares have looked tempting to me since they demerged their consumer healthcare business this month, and here’s why I…

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Can the British American Tobacco dividend keep growing?

| Christopher Ruane

A market update from the smoking giant has our writer wondering about where the British American Tobacco dividend may go…

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Rio Tinto shares tank after half-year results! Is this a buying opportunity?

| Dr. James Fox

It wasn't a good morning for the dividend giant, with half-year results disappointing. So is this an opportunity to buy…

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2 top FTSE 100 stocks to buy in August

| Andrew Woods

Andrew Woods looks at two FTSE 100 companies that he thinks could be set for higher share prices next month.

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With no savings, I’m drip-feeding £250 a month into these 2 top UK shares

| Andrew Woods

Unfortunately, my savings account is dry after the pressures of the cost-of-living crisis. But I've got a plan to load…

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3 steps to passive income of £333 per month

| Paul Summers

This Fool explains how he'd set about earnings hundreds of pounds in passive income from the stock market.

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3 high-potential FTSE 250 stocks 

| Kevin Godbold

The FTSE 250 is loaded with promising stocks backed by strong businesses and I'd buy these three right now in…

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If I’d invested £1k in BAE shares a year ago, here’s how much I’d have now!

| Roland Head

The BAE Systems share price has set new records over the last year, but are further gains likely? Roland Head…

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No savings? I’d follow Warren Buffett’s tips today to aim for early retirement

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

The stock market correction is a rare chance to kick Warren Buffett's investing strategy into overdrive, paving the way for…

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UK stock investing: 2 of the best dividend shares to buy right now

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

2022 has been a tough year for income investors, yet Zaven Boyrazian has identified two dividend shares paying impressive sustainable…

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3 reasons I’d consider owning Ibstock shares

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer has been considering buying Ibstock shares for his portfolio. Here are a trio of things he finds attractive…

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The Compass Group share price continues to climb. Here’s what I’m doing now

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan notes that The Compass Group share price is rising. He decides if he would buy or avoid the…

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3 FTSE 100 ideas to make my money work smarter

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith writes about several ideas he is trying to implement with the FTSE 100 to make his investments work…

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Is now the perfect time to buy Burberry shares?

| John Choong

Burberry recently released a trading update for its Q1 performance. Its share price has risen 5% since. So, should I…

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Down by half, are Royal Mail shares a recovery pick?

| Christopher Ruane

Royal Mail shares have lost half their value in little over a year. But does the health of the business…

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Could rising interest rates hurt real estate investment trusts (REITs)?

| Christopher Ruane

REITs are highly exposed to the property market. So could growing interest rates make them a less attractive investment for…

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2 dirt-cheap dividend stocks to buy in August!

| Royston Wild

These top dividend stocks provide exceptional all-round value right now. Here's why I'd buy and hold them in my portfolio…

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Unilever shares jump on earnings, but will they gain in the long run?

| Dr. James Fox

Unilever shares continued their recent gains on Tuesday after an earnings report impressed investors. But is this stock still a…

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Top tips for a lifetime of passive income investment

| Alan Oscroft

Many of us are pursuing the dream of generating passive income to supplement our wealth. Here's a few tips I've…

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Is the falling Superdry share price an opportunity or one to avoid?

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan delves deeper into the tumbling Superdry share price and decides if the stock is an opportunity or a…

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This stock could be 1 of my best shares to buy for long-term growth and returns!

| Jabran Khan

This Fool is looking for the best shares to buy now and believes this stock could be a good option…

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How I’d invest in a Stocks and Shares ISA to target a £1k annual income for life

| Christopher Ruane

A Stocks and Shares ISA can generate ongoing dividend income. Our writer explains how he would invest £20,000 in an…

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How I’d invest for 10 years using the Warren Buffett method

| Alan Oscroft

Average stock holding periods are falling alarmingly. It's as if today's investors haven't even heard of Warren Buffett and his…

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