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Neil Woodford Equity Income Fund to be closed: what this means for investors

| Roland Head

The closure of this flagship equity income fund could be the beginning of the end for Woodford Funds.

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Is this quality FTSE 250 growth stock a knife worth catching after today’s big fall?

| Paul Summers

This former market darling has fallen heavily today but this Fool isn't ready to buy just yet.

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Want to invest in gold? I reckon these 2 stocks may continue to shine

| Harvey Jones

The gold price has been rising strongly and Harvey Jones says these two miners have been rising with it.

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The richer retirement checklist! 3 ways to turbocharge savings for old age

| Andy Ross

Here are three things you must do in my opinion to boost the value of your investments and live a…

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The 2020 guide to UK passport renewal

| Kate Anderson

Need to renew your passport but don't know where to start? Let our step-by-step guide help you.

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Investing for 2020? Here are 3 ways I would position my stock portfolio

| Jon Smith

Looking at what to invest in for next year? Jonathan Smith is thinking about his top three themes.

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Prudential demerger: here’s what you need to know

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The Prudential demerger will take place on October 21. Here are answers to questions you may have.

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New to investing? Why I’d start with buying what I know

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

Buying shares in companies whose products or services you know or use may open the door to higher portfolio returns.

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Have £5k to invest? 3 cheap small-caps yielding 5%+ I’d hold in my ISA for 10 years

| Royston Wild

Looking for great income shares off the beaten track? Royston Wild discusses three stocks he'd put in a Stocks &…

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Why I think the Tesco share price has plenty of room for growth

| Andy Ross

Here’s why I think the Tesco (LON: TSCO) share price could hit five-year highs soon.

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What happened in the stock market today

| Stepan Lavrouk

Shareholders of cybersecurity firm Sophos (LON: SOPH) win big with US takeover bid.

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Have £5k? These cheap FTSE 250 dividend stocks could make (or break) your ISA

| Royston Wild

Could these dividend stocks make Stocks and Shares ISA holders a fortune? Royston Wild gives you the lowdown on these…

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Which shares should you buy before Brexit?

| Kevin Godbold

Here’s what I believe Brexit means for investing.

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How I’d invest if I only had £2k right now

| Kevin Godbold

Here’s a great way to kick-start any investing career!

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The UKOG share price: Is it set to soar in 2020?

| Alan Oscroft

The UK Oil & Gas (LON: UKOG) share price has been picking up. But why, and does it indicate the…

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This cheap FTSE 250 share yields 6.5%! Should you buy it for your ISA today?

| Royston Wild

Looking for big dividend shares to add to your Stocks & Shares ISA? Royston Wild looks at one that has…

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Can the RBS share price double your money?

| Manika Premsingh

RBS's share price has risen sharply, but is it a worthwhile investment for the long-term investor?

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How I’d invest £10k today: an ISA filled with FTSE 100 dividend shares

| Kevin Godbold

This strategy is simple but effective and could power you on to become an eventual ISA millionaire.

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Dividends hit record highs but cover plummets! What should ISA investors do?

| Royston Wild

Dividends are rising, but cover is falling. So is it time to rein in your investing habits? Royston Wild suggests…

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How I’d invest £10K today

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Investing a large amount of money is never easy as there are a number of issues to consider. Edward Sheldon…

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Shares in this FTSE AIM 100 company look tasty to me

| James J. McCombie

Hotel Chocolat (LSE: HOTC) is growing its revenues and keeping its margins sweet and has yet to really unwrap its…

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3 Warren Buffett investing tips I wish I knew before Brexit

| Tom Rodgers

With Brexit creating huge FTSE volatility, the wisdom of Warren Buffett has never been more vital. I wish I'd learned…

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Why the Taylor Wimpey share price rose 10% in September

| Alan Oscroft

Taylor Wimpey (LON: TW) shares had an upbeat month in September, and there's an 11% dividend on the cards. I…

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Looking for income? I’d buy these 2 FTSE 100 stocks which yield 7% tax free in an ISA

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones picks out two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) stocks offering juicy yields right now.

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3 dividend stocks I’d buy for a lifetime of passive income

| Roland Head

Roland Head highlights three stocks that might help you get rich while doing nothing.

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UK dividends surged 7% in Q3! Is it time to get rich with the FTSE 100?

| Royston Wild

Dividends from UK companies have soared again in the last quarter. Royston Wild explains why it's still possible to get…

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Forget buy-to-let! I’d get rich and retire early the Warren Buffett way

| Kevin Godbold

Why I reckon most investors have a shot at getting rich by following the wisdom of Warren Buffett.

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5 steps to managing your budget as a freelancer

| Anne East

Don't let your freelancing finances get you down, stay on top of what you earn with these five tips.

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Forget buy-to-let: I’d aim to retire early through buying these 2 FTSE 100 shares

| Peter Stephens

I think these two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) stocks could offer strong long-term capital growth prospects.

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This is my top FTSE 100 dividend stock yielding 5%+ right now

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

There are nearly 30 stocks in the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) that yield 5% or more right now. Here, Edward…

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Will it soon be too late to buy Lloyds Bank shares at this low price?

| Alan Oscroft

Why I think a Brexit breakthrough will mark the turning point for the Lloyds Banking Group (LON: LLOY) share price.

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The TUI share price rose 10% last week. Is it time to buy or sell?

| Jon Smith

Read why it's not too late to buy into TUI - in the opinion of Jonathan Smith.

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FTSE 100 investors! Could stock markets be headed for another October effect?

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

A volatile October so far is reminding FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) investors of past October market declines. Should you take cover?

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3 reasons why I’m keeping a close eye on gold

| Jon Smith

You should stay in touch with the price of gold for several key reasons, writes Jonathan Smith.

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Does the Sirius Minerals share price make it worth buying?

| G A Chester

G A Chester looks at what's gone wrong for Sirius Minerals, and how the future could pan out.

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Why the ITV share price rose 8.6% in September

| Roland Head

Roland Head explains why he thinks the ITV plc (LON: ITV) share price is likely to head higher.

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The UK stock market looks cheap…and it could get even cheaper!

| Paul Summers

The UK market is already hated and that's why this Fool thinks now is a good time to invest.

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Here’s why I think you can retire on the Aviva share price

| Roland Head

The Aviva (AV) share price could be a great dividend buy, says Roland Head.

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Women are better investors than men. Show your skills in a Stocks and Shares ISA

| Harvey Jones

Women make better investors than men and should start doing it for themselves, says Harvey Jones.

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How I’d make a passive income with just £5 a day

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves explains how it is easy to create a passive income stream with a minimal investment of just £5…

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