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Here’s how I think the Lloyds Bank share price will be impacted by BoE’s interest rate cut

| Manika Premsingh

There’s a lot of macro news to digest, including the interest rate cut. It all has implications for the Lloyds…

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These 2 stocks have crashed 30%+ as the FTSE 100 slides. Time to buy?

| Alan Oscroft

As the FTSE 100 crashes below 5,500 points, it's tempting to buy the day's biggest fallers. Here's why that could…

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2 stocks I’d avoid while the FTSE 100 is crashing below 5,500

| Alan Oscroft

The FTSE 100 crash is throwing up lots of cheap shares to buy, but we still need to be selective.…

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This 5.4%-yielding FTSE 250 dividend stock’s sunk 22%! I’d buy it as soap sales explode

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild talks up a top FTSE 250 safe haven he'd buy in these troubled times. Come and take a…

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2 crashing FTSE 100 shares I’d buy in an ISA today as the stock market slump continues

| Peter Stephens

These two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) stocks could offer long-term recovery potential in my opinion.

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I see these FTSE 100 dividend stocks as ‘screaming’ buys right now

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) crash is throwing up some amazing buying opportunities, says Edward Sheldon.

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3 smart moves I’m making in the 2020 stock market crash

| Tom Rodgers

With the 2020 stock market crash in full flow, there are three major decisions I’m taking to protect my future…

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3 FTSE 100 stocks I think Warren Buffett would buy in this market crash

| Roland Head

Long-term investors like Warren Buffett should consider these FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) dividend stocks, says Roland Head.

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BT shares look cheap. I think there are better FTSE 100 stocks to buy though

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

BT (LON: BT.A) shares are trading at their lowest level since 2010. Yet buying now could be dangerous, says Edward…

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The FTSE 100 has crashed. Here’s what I’m doing

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) index has fallen around 25% in just a few weeks. Here's what Motley Fool writer…

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3 reasons why I don’t think this is the beginning of a serious stock market crash

| Jon Smith

Even with the FTSE 100 index trading below 6,000 points, Jonathan Smith does not think it is time to panic.

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Forget gold and Bitcoin. Here’s how I’d invest today to achieve financial freedom

| Peter Stephens

Investing in the stock market could be a better idea than buying gold or Bitcoin.

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2 FTSE 250 dividend stocks yielding 7% I’d buy right now

| Rupert Hargreaves

After recent declines, these undervalued FTSE 250 income stocks now support dividend yields of 7% and could be worth buying,…

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£5k to invest? I think these FTSE 250 dividend stocks could double

| Rupert Hargreaves

This Fool explains why he believes these two FTSE 250 dividend stocks are hugely undervalued at current levels.

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These are the shares I think are potential winners from the budget

| Andy Ross

The budget has ignited the share price of this company and Andy Ross looks at whether that could boost the…

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What yesterday’s UK interest rate cut may mean for FTSE 100 shares

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

Here's a closer look at the potential effect of yesterday's interest rates cut on FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) shares.

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Why is the FTSE 100 falling despite the Bank of England’s interest rate cut?

| Jon Smith

Despite a cut of 0.5% from the Bank of England, the FTSE 100 index fell by 1.4% yesterday! Jonathan Smith…

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Should you buy this 7%-yielding FTSE 100 dividend stock in an ISA?

| Royston Wild

This FTSE 100 income stock carries some monster dividends.

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3 reasons why the FTSE 100’s crash could be the best buying opportunity in 10 years

| Peter Stephens

Now could be the right time to buy FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) shares, in my opinion.

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The FTSE 100 has crashed 20%. Here’s how I’d invest £5k today in a Stocks and Shares ISA

| Peter Stephens

There could be a number of FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) bargains available right now, in my view.

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How to find the best travel insurance deals

| Kate Anderson

Here are our top tips to help you find the best travel insurance deal for you.

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FTSE 100 stocks with high dividend yields I’m buying in this stock market crash

| Manika Premsingh

As FTSE 100 stocks' prices crash, dividend yields are rising. For me these are the best stocks for a high…

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These 3 FTSE 250 stocks have crashed up to 89%. I’d still avoid them!

| G A Chester

G A Chester highlights three FTSE 250 stocks he thinks bargain hunters would be wise to steer clear of.

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Buyer beware! I wouldn’t touch this FTSE 100 stock with a bargepole

| Royston Wild

The recent FTSE 100 sell-off makes many shares look mighty tempting at current prices. Is this property hero one to…

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I say it’s time to buy as the FTSE 100 crashes, but I’d avoid this stock

| Alan Oscroft

For long-term investors, I reckon it's time to buy shares as the FTSE 100 crashes. But we do still need…

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Warren Buffett reveals how to profit from a stock market crash

| Tom Rodgers

Warren Buffett makes billions from volatile stock markets when fear is everywhere. So how can you profit?

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2 high-quality FTSE 100 shares I’d buy right now

| Kevin Godbold

My guess is that when the COVID-19 coronavirus fades from our collective consciousness, these two stocks will be making new…

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Forget the Cash ISA! This FTSE 100 dividend stock I like now yields 18 times base rate

| Harvey Jones

This FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) stock looks tempting after today's positive results.

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The FTSE 100 has tanked. I’d buy these 2 dividend shares in a Stocks and Shares ISA today

| Peter Stephens

These two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) stocks could offer good value for money in my view.

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Market crash or no market crash! Keep calm and carry on investing

| Kirsteen Mackay

With financial markets reeling from Monday's market crash and multiple factors weighing on global stocks, are further crashes imminent?

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3 top dividend stocks I’d buy if the coronavirus sell-off gets worse

| Paul Summers

Looking for dividends? Paul Summers thinks these stocks should be able to hold their own.

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After a Bank of England rate cut and pro-infrastructure budget, here’s what I’d do

| Michael Baxter

As the chancellor prepares his massive infrastructure investment, I think an extraordinary investment opportunity has been created in one specific…

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Why I think the Taylor Wimpey share price could be the FTSE 100’s best buy

| Alan Oscroft

As the FTSE 100 crash continues, I'm seeing tons of top quality shares to buy cheap. And I think the…

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Why I reckon the Lloyds share price will struggle in 2020 and beyond

| Royston Wild

Is Lloyds an irresistible buy at current prices? Royston Wild doesn't think so.

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Gold doesn’t pay interest! I’d buy these 2 FTSE 350 dividend stocks for a rising income

| Harvey Jones

These two dividend stocks look a better long-term bet than gold, in my view.

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3 crashing shares I’d buy as the FTSE 100 slump continues

| Alan Oscroft

As the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) crashes, many are seeking safety in defensive stocks. But I say there's a contrarian…

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Lloyds shares have fallen 25% in a month. Is this a buying opportunity?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Lloyds Bank (LON: LLOY) shares have tanked due to coronavirus uncertainty. What's the best move now?

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This FTSE 250 stock just crashed 25% on its results. I’d buy it

| G A Chester

G A Chester sees value in this beaten-up FTSE 250 stock, and in a defensive FTSE SmallCap that's just crashed…

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Why I think this multi-bagging stock could bag again in the years ahead

| Kevin Godbold

This stock looks well-placed to benefit from the UK government’s intention to increase investment in the nation’s infrastructure.

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How I’d invest £1k in a Stocks & Shares ISA after the FTSE 100’s fall

| John Wallace

John Wallace discusses a top growth stock that could flourish after the FTSE 100's fall.

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