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Forget gold. I’d buy bargain FTSE 100 shares in an ISA to get rich and retire early

| Peter Stephens

I think FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) shares offer greater long-term return potential than gold after the recent market crash.

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Why smart investors are buying cheap dividend stocks right now

| Peter Stephens

Dividend stocks could offer high income returns relative to other assets, as well as growing shareholder payouts over the long…

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Have £3,000? Here are 3 top growth stocks I’d buy for my ISA

| Paul Summers

Paul Summers picks out three growth stars of different sizes that all look set to generate great returns for holders…

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The FTSE 100 rebounds! These shares performed well in April

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

In April a number of FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) have run up since their March lows. Let's take a closer look.

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UK bank shares: buy, sell or hold?

| Matthew Dumigan

UK bank shares have been hit hard in the stock market crash. In light of current economic uncertainty, are they…

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How I’d invest £5k in a Stocks and Shares ISA to profit from a FTSE 100 recovery

| Peter Stephens

Buying FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) shares after the recent market crash could be a sound move, in my opinion.

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I think these tips from Warren Buffett could help you get rich

| Rupert Hargreaves

Warren Buffett is one of the best investors of all time. Following his investment strategy could help any investor get…

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Don’t waste the stock market crash! I’d buy and hold cheap FTSE 100 shares in an ISA

| Peter Stephens

Taking advantage of low prices across the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) could boost your ISA returns over the long run, in…

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Why the stock market crash could make you a better investor

| Peter Stephens

The stock market’s recent crash could highlight the importance of diversification and company fundamentals when investing for the long term.

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Forget the Cash ISA! I’d buy bargain FTSE 100 dividend stocks

| Rupert Hargreaves

Cash ISA rates are plunging, but investors have plenty of other options to generate a higher level of income, says…

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£3k to spend? A 5% dividend yield from the FTSE 250 I’d buy in an ISA

| Royston Wild

Looking to receive BIG dividends following the Covid-19 outbreak? This FTSE 250 share could be what you've been searching for.

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BP shares yield 10%, but I’m not buying after Shell’s dividend cut

| Roland Head

BP shares have fallen after Shell's dividend cut. But as Roland Head explains, BP's 10% dividend yield could still be…

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Why I’d buy the FTSE 250 to profit from the stock market rebound

| Rupert Hargreaves

FTSE 250 stocks look deeply undervalued and could be a great way for long-term investors to play the stock market…

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5 travel planning ideas to consider while waiting for the coronavirus to subside

| Kate Anderson

If the coronavirus lockdown has you dreaming of future travel adventures, you could always start your travel planning now.

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I’d invest £2k in these 2 bargain FTSE 100 shares to become an ISA millionaire

| Rupert Hargreaves

These bargain FTSE 100 shares could generate double-digit returns going forward, which could help you build a £1m ISA portfolio.

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No savings at 40? I’d ditch a Cash ISA and buy cheap FTSE 100 shares in this market crash

| Peter Stephens

After its market crash, I think the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) offers significantly greater long-term return potential than a Cash ISA.

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Retirement saving: why I’d buy cheap FTSE 100 stocks to retire on

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves explains his retirement saving strategy, using FTSE 100 stocks to generate a passive income in retirement.

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Stock market crash: why I’d buy FTSE 100 shares today ahead of a rebound

| Peter Stephens

FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) stocks could offer high long-term returns in my opinion.

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The FTSE 100 is up 16% in four weeks! Here’s what I’d do now

| Rupert Hargreaves

The FTSE 100 has recovered quickly from its March plunge, but is now the time to get back into the…

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Stock market crash: 3 simple steps to position your portfolio for a FTSE 100 rebound

| Peter Stephens

Here’s how you could capitalise on the FTSE 100’s (INDEXFTSE:UKX) market crash through benefiting from its likely rebound.

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Could the Lloyds share price have further to fall?

| Rupert Hargreaves

The Lloyds share price has underperformed the market this year, but there's a chance this could change as the crisis…

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Stock market crash: how I’d invest £10k in cheap FTSE 100 shares ahead of a rebound

| Peter Stephens

Here are some of the key things I’d look for when buying FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) shares after the recent stock…

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I’d buy crashing FTSE 100 bargain shares today before the stock market rebounds

| Peter Stephens

The FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) currently offers good value for money, in my opinion, and may deliver a strong long-term recovery.

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Forget Premium Bonds! I’d buy FTSE 100 dividend stocks to get rich

| Rupert Hargreaves

Premium Bonds are no longer the attractive investment they once were. Investors might be better off buying cheap FTSE 100…

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I’d buy cheap FTSE 100 shares in this stock market crash to become an ISA millionaire!

| Peter Stephens

The FTSE 100’s (INDEXFTSE:UKX) recent crash could be a buying opportunity for ISA investors, in my opinion.

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The great Shell vs BP dividend debate! Which share price will recover quickest?

| Kirsteen Mackay

The BP dividend has been saved while the Royal Dutch Shell dividend is for the chop. Which company has made…

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Here are some cheap FTSE 250 stocks I’d buy in May

| Matthew Dumigan

The stock market crash presents on opportunity to buy cheap FTSE 250 stocks. Here’s a selection of my favourites for…

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The FTSE 100 is up 15% since the stock market crash. Is now a good time to buy UK shares?

| Matthew Dumigan

The FTSE 100 index had staged a notable bounce-back since the depths of the stock market crash, but now it's…

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4 high-dividend-yield FTSE 100 stocks I think are buys for income investing

| Jon Smith

Despite some FTSE 100 companies cutting dividends for this year, Jonathan Smith outlines several firms offering a high dividend yield.

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When will the FTSE 100 recover after the worst stock market crash since 1987?

| Peter Stephens

How long will it be until the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) rebounds to its previous highs following the recent stock market…

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How I’d invest £10k in cheap shares right now

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves explains where he'd be looking for cheap shares to buy in the stock market after the recent market…

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I’d buy cheap FTSE 100 shares before the stock market rebound to make a million

| Harvey Jones

Investors have a great choice of cheap FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) shares and should aim to invest before the next stock…

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Coronavirus: 3 simple steps I’d take before investing in stocks right now

| Peter Stephens

By focusing on company fundamentals, adopting a long-term view and diversifying across a variety of sectors, you can improve your…

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The FTSE 100 is sinking again! This is what I’d do now

| Royston Wild

Forget about the current volatility on the FTSE 100, says Royston Wild. With the right guidance it's still possible to…

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The FTSE 100 may crash again before the next stock market rebound. Be ready for it

| Harvey Jones

The FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) could crash again, but the stock market rebound will come at some point so buy shares…

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£5k to spend? 3 FTSE 100 shares I’d buy in an ISA today

| Royston Wild

There are scores of FTSE 100 shares looking mighty cheap today, says Royston Wild. Why not take a look at…

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With Royal Mail shares this low, is now the time to buy?

| Rachael FitzGerald-Finch

Royal Mail shares are at all-time lows and the stock is looking cheap. However, Rachael FitzGerald-Finch is not convinced they…

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Looking for bargain FTSE 100 shares? I think the Tesco share price looks cheap

| Rupert Hargreaves

There are only a handful of bargain FTSE 100 shares that are worth buying, and the Tesco share price could…

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Have £10k to invest in FTSE 100 stocks? Here’s what I’d do

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) is currently around 25% below its 2020 high due to the coronavirus. But what are…

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Dividend stocks: why I think Terry Smith’s advice could help you retire rich

| Roland Head

High-yield dividend stocks have been hammered this year. Roland Head picks stocks using an alternative approach suggested by fund manager…

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