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The FTSE 100 market crash produced some bargains. Is the Whitbread share price one of them?

| James J. McCombie

I am not convinced that Whitbread will outperform the FTSE 100, even with its share price sitting just above their…

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No savings at 40? Here’s why the stock market crash can be the ideal time to start investing

| Jon Smith

Jonathan Smith outlines how the recent stock market crash offers new investors a great chance to to buy undervalued firms…

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Forget Cash ISAs and Bitcoin. FTSE 100 stocks are too cheap to ignore

| Harvey Jones

Cash pays almost no interest and Bitcoin has no practical use, which is why I am buying FTSE 100 shares…

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How to choose the best contactless payment method for me

| Nic Gardner

There are many so many contactless payment systems! Nicole Gardner finds out how to choose the best contactless payment method…

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Forget gold! I’d invest £5k in cheap FTSE 100 shares as prices fall to recession levels

| Harvey Jones

Investing in cheap FTSE 100 shares should prove more rewarding in the longer run, as the gold price is starting…

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4 budgeting mistakes to avoid during a pandemic

| Sean LaPointe

Here are 4 major budgeting mistakes that you should avoid making during a pandemic.

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FTSE 100 crash: I’d buy these 2 cheap stocks in an ISA today to get rich and retire early

| Peter Stephens

I think these two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) shares could offer long-term recovery potential after the stock market’s recent crash.

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Stock market crash: I’d buy cheap FTSE 100 shares in an ISA today to benefit from a recovery

| Peter Stephens

I think the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) offers investing opportunities after its market crash and prior to a long-term recovery.

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I’d avoid this FTSE 250 stock in favour of a FTSE 100 income share!

| Kirsteen Mackay

The FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX) has been rising since March but many of its constituents face uncertainty. I prefer stocks in…

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I think these are the 10 best FTSE 100 defensive shares to buy today

| G A Chester

Defensive businesses have attractive qualities and are shares to buy for all seasons. G A Chester sees value in these…

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Looking for cheap FTSE 100 stocks? I’d follow Warren Buffett

| Rupert Hargreaves

Warren Buffett follows several key rules when he's picking stocks. Copying this advice could help you improve your investment returns…

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I’d buy this bargain FTSE 100 stock to build a million pound ISA portfolio today

| Harvey Jones

The Burberry share price is climbing today as investors decide its prospects look positive despite the coronavirus pandemic.

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The AstraZeneca share price is up 39% in a month! Should I buy now?

| Rachael FitzGerald-Finch

The AstraZeneca share price has exploded 39% in a month! But is now really a good time to buy the…

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This FTSE 100 share price has fallen by over 40%. Should investors pile in?

| Andy Ross

Does a much cheaper share price make for a better investment in this FTSE 100 international giant?

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Stock market crash: A FTSE 100 stock I’d buy as a global recession looms

| Royston Wild

Looking for stocks to protect you from the upcoming global recession? Royston Wild picks out one FTSE 100 hero he…

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UK bank holidays in 2021

| Kate Anderson

Already looking ahead to next year? If coronavirus has you planning ahead, then take a look at our guide to…

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Forget cash! Young investors can get rich and retire early by investing in cheap FTSE 100 shares

| Harvey Jones

Young investors are learning one of the most important lessons about investing in the FTSE 100. The sooner you start,…

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Here are 2 defensive FTSE stocks I think you should consider for your portfolio

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan delves deeper into two defensive FTSE stocks he feels could be worthy additions to your investment portfolio.

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Stock market crash: Is Lloyds Banking Group too cheap to miss?

| Royston Wild

Is now the time to buy into Lloyds? Royston Wild gives the lowdown on the problems facing the FTSE 100…

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Forget Lloyds Bank! I’d buy into the BOO share price to get rich

| Harvey Jones

The Lloyds share price could struggle with a recession looming, but the BOO share price is flying as online clothing…

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2 leisure stocks I think you should avoid right now

| Jabran Khan

This Fool examines two popular leisure stocks and how the current lockdown is affecting them as well why he recommends…

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£5k to invest? I’d add these cheap FTSE stocks to my portfolio now

| Toby Aston

With a ‘v-shaped recovery’ looking increasingly unlikely, one Fool argues that investors can still find cheap FTSE stocks that could…

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Want to buy dirt cheap FTSE 100 stocks? I’d check out the Aviva share price

| Harvey Jones

The FTSE 100 is packed full of bargain stocks and the Aviva share price is one of the cheapest of…

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£2k to invest today? I’d buy these 2 cheap FTSE 100 shares after the stock market crash

| Peter Stephens

I think these two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) shares could offer a margin of safety after the recent stock market crash…

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Forget Cash ISAs and buy-to-let. I’d buy cheap FTSE 100 dividend stocks in an ISA today

| Peter Stephens

I think FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) dividend shares could offer greater passive income opportunities than buy-to-let properties or Cash ISAs.

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No savings at 50? How I’m using FTSE 100 stocks to help me retire in comfort

| Royston Wild

Looking to retire richer but have nothing in the bank? Royston Wild tells you how you can still make big…

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£1K to invest? I’d buy shares in Boohoo Group now

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan delves deeper into Boohoo Group and suggests why he believes investing in it could be a smart move.

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Forget the recession! I’d look to these FTSE 100 survivors for wealth generation

| Kirsteen Mackay

The FTSE 100 has some long-standing constituents. Can they continue to go the distance through a recession and market fluctuations?

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Don’t fear the recession. I’d buy these defensive stocks to come out on top

| Paul Summers

Paul Summers takes a closer look at two counter-cyclical stocks that look very likely to thrive as the recession takes…

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Is it too late to buy Avacta shares?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Avacta shares have surged this year, but could the stock have a growth potential left after its recent market-smashing performance?…

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4 types of debt that can be good for you

| Diana Bocco

Not all debt is bad. In fact, there’s debt that can be good for you and help you build wealth.

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I’d buy this 7.5% yield for my Stocks and Shares ISA today

| Tom Rodgers

This company pays a 7.5% yield with rising profits, a cheap price tag and is a great Stocks and Shares…

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Forget Bitcoin and buy-to-let! I’m targeting FTSE 100 growth stocks to retire early

| Jon Smith

Jonathan Smith outlines why liquidity, risk and personal preferences make FTSE 100 growth stocks his asset of choice for early…

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If you can stomach the turbulence, I’d buy these airline stocks

| Stuart Blair

Airline stocks have been significantly affected in the stock market crash. One Fool analyses whether it is a perfect time…

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Market crash: time to buy cheap FTSE 100 shares?

| T Sligo

The market crash might have opened up a buying opportunity for FTSE 100 investors. With uncertainty over the economy, is…

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Investing for dividends? These 5 FTSE 100 companies still offer a rising passive income

| Harvey Jones

Don't despair, dividend investors. These five FTSE 100 companies continue to offer generous shareholder payouts, despite the pandemic.

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The Greggs share price has fallen by 28%. Here’s why I rate it a bargain buy today

| Matthew Dumigan

The FTSE 250 bakery retailer has had a tough start to the year. With the recent fall in its share…

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Don’t fear the global recession! I reckon this safe haven could help you get rich

| Royston Wild

Are you frantically searching for flight-to-safety assets? Royston Wild looks at one share he thinks you should buy in the…

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What is Samsung Pay? Your ultimate guide explained

| Nic Gardner

Samsung Pay: your ultimate guide explained. Nicole Gardner explains what you need to know. So, what are you waiting for?…

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What is Google Pay? The ultimate guide

| Nic Gardner

Google Pay: your ultimate guide. Nicole Gardner explains everything you need to know to get started. What are you waiting…

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