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Sub-10 P/E ratios. 7.7% dividend yields. I’d buy this stock as market jitters rise

| Royston Wild

This safe-haven stock could protect your stocks portfolio as coronavirus concerns grow, says Royston Wild.

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Why I’m watching this fast-growing pharmaceutical stock

| Kevin Godbold

Headline figures up, share price down. Why I’m cautious about this stock even though it looks attractive at first glance.

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Budget 2020: 2 things investors like me need to watch out for

| Jon Smith

The upcoming budget could provide changes to income tax and ISA structures, writes Jonathan Smith.

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This FTSE 250 dividend stock is falling again. Here’s what I’d do

| Roland Head

The outlook could soon start to improve for this FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) firm, suggests Roland Head.

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This recovery stock’s share price has just jumped 20%. Here’s what I’d do now

| Alan Oscroft

Here's one recovery stock whose share priced has soared, and another whose shares have slumped. Which, if either, is the…

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The 5 most common (and most expensive) auto repairs

| Kate Anderson

Rounding up the most common car repairs - and how much they are likely to cost you.

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Forget gold! I’d buy these 2 cheap FTSE 100 stocks today to achieve financial freedom

| Peter Stephens

These two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) shares seem to offer long-term total return potential, in my opinion.

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This FTSE 250 tech stock could be a long-term growth pick. Here’s what I would do now

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan looks at why this stock could be a long-term growth stock for your portfolio.

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ISA investors! 2 growth stocks I think are likely to release brilliant updates in March

| Royston Wild

These growth stocks are top buys for me ahead of next month, says Royston Wild.

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Why I think it could be time to sell Standard Life Aberdeen

| Rupert Hargreaves

The outlook for Standard Life Aberdeen is deteriorating and a dividend cut could be just around the corner, says this…

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Quit the gym? I’d invest the £40 a month in a FTSE 250 index fund!

| T Sligo

Investing small amounts of money regularly in a FTSE 250 index fund can add up to real wealth.

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Hold your nerve! Why Warren Buffett’s not selling his stocks and neither should we

| Kevin Godbold

Why scary news headlines are no reason to sell out of shares, but falling markets could present us with opportunity.

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Another brilliant dividend growth stock I’d buy for my ISA for March

| Royston Wild

Looking for brilliant dividend growth? You could do a lot worse than to buy this income hero, Royston Wild believes.

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Want to retire wealthy? I’d buy these 2 FTSE 100 dividend shares for a rising passive income

| Harvey Jones

These two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) stocks have the pedigree to deliver long-term dividend income growth.

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Why I’d buy Smithson Investment Trust over a FTSE 100 tracker

| Paul Summers

It may be early days, but this Fool is a big fan of Fundsmith's latest offering.

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The 3 UK stocks I’d buy in a market crash!

| Thomas Carr

A market crash could be the perfect time to invest in the best companies, writes Thomas Carr.

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2 FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 stocks I’d consider buying in a market crash 

| Kirsteen Mackay

With market uncertainty causing panic to set in, here are two stocks I'd buy during a market crash.

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The FTSE 100 index lost 247 points yesterday! Here’s what investors need to know

| Jon Smith

Losing over 3% in a day, the FTSE 100 index plunged lower due to negative risk sentiment, writes Jonathan Smith.…

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The State Pension isn’t enough! I’d buy Diageo shares today

| Harvey Jones

Spirits giant Diageo plc (LON: DGE) can add a bit of fire to your pension planning.

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Associated British Foods “ahead of last year,” but are the shares still attractive?

| Michael Baxter

Associated British Foods (ABF) released its latest trading update. This is what I think about its share price.

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As the FTSE 100 plunges lower, this is what I am doing with my portfolio

| James J. McCombie

The FTSE and markets around the world have been shaken by fears of a coronavirus pandemic. Thinking of the long-term…

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Lloyds Bank share price is at its lowest in 4 months. Here’s what I’d do now 

| Manika Premsingh

The dividend yield looks attractive. But what about investing for growth? 

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The FTSE 100 slumps! The bargain shares I’m buying in my ISA today

| Tom Rodgers

When markets fall, don't be fearful. You have the chance to buy the shares on your watchlist at lower prices.…

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The FTSE 100 is falling! Here’s what I’d do now

| Harvey Jones

Keep calm and carry on in the face of today's 3% drop on the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX).

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A cash-rich stock I’d buy alongside Taylor Wimpey (TW) shares

| Alan Oscroft

Taylor Wimpey (LON: TW) shares are climbing, but this stock is doing even better.

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I bought this 4.5% dividend stock for my ISA. I reckon it’s a top buy for March

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild explains why this big yielder could be about to dance higher. Come and take a look!

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The Sirius Minerals (SXX) share price. Buy, sell or hold?

| G A Chester

G A Chester discusses the potential outcomes for investors and would-be investors in Sirius Minerals.

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Why I’d buy this FTSE 100 stock as it continues its 27-year record of dividend growth

| Kevin Godbold

This FTSE 100 stalwart is bucking the trend of the general market and moving up today. I’m bullish on the…

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Here’s why I’d invest £1,000 in these two FTSE 100 stocks in a Stocks and Shares ISA today

| Peter Stephens

These two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) shares could offer impressive long-term returns in my opinion.

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The FTSE 100 is falling again. Here’s what I’d do now

| Roland Head

The FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) is on the slide. Roland Head explains what the market is worried about and what…

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This top growth stock’s plummeted from record highs! I’d buy it for my Stocks & Shares ISA

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild talks up a terrific growth share that he think is far too cheap at current prices. Could it…

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Is this popular stock a buy after a 10% price crash?

| Alan Oscroft

Here are two stocks falling heavily on Monday. Are they set for a quick rebound?

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My pick for the best gold fund to buy as the gold price breaks records

| Tom Rodgers

Gold is a flight to safety when stock markets are looking shaky. But what's the best way to buy gold…

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Are the winds ready to change for the Pearson share price?

| Karl Loomes

With a shift away from print and towards digital media, is Pearson on the cusp of a turnaround?

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Here’s how I’d invest £20k to build a million pound Stocks and Shares ISA

| Harvey Jones

Make this year's £20k Stocks and Shares ISA allowance the start of your journey to build a million pound portfolio.

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Two FTSE 350 stocks with matchless performance that I would buy today

| John Wallace

John Wallace highlights two UK-listed stocks he believes are 'best in class' in their sectors.

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The Burberry share price has fallen 20% in 1 month: here’s what I’d do

| Anna Sokolidou

To buy, or not to buy, that is the question that Anna Sokolidou is going to dig into.

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Forget a Cash ISA! I’d prefer to buy the BT share price with a 9.85% dividend yield

| Jon Smith

With a stabilising financial position and a low share price, the BT dividend yield looks attractive to Jonathan Smith.

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Time to sell this sinking FTSE 100 dividend stock?

| Paul Summers

Paul Summers questions whether it's time for him to abandon one of the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) stocks he holds.

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£2k to invest? I’d buy FTSE 100 defensive dividend growth stock Tesco

| Rupert Hargreaves

Tesco could be the best FTSE 100 dividend growth stock to add to your portfolio in the current market environment.

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