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Forget a Cash ISA: I’d buy these 2 FTSE 100 stocks today instead

| Peter Stephens

These two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) shares seem to offer higher return prospects than a Cash ISA.

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Forget HSBC! I’d invest in this company’s 6%-plus dividend instead

| Kevin Godbold

Why I find this firm’s commitment to ongoing dividends more attractive than HSBC Holdings plc (LON: HSBA).

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ISA investing! Are these dividend yields around 5% brilliant buys or battered bums?

| Royston Wild

Cut-price stocks with monster dividends. Great! But could these shares actually lose you a fortune? Royston Wild discusses what they…

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A cheap FTSE 100 dividend growth stock that I’d buy today and hold for the next 20 years

| Roland Head

This unloved stock could be a FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) bargain, says Roland Head.

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Forget investing in gold! I’d invest in gold mining companies right now

| Kevin Godbold

The price of gold has been rising for a surprisingly long time, here’s why I’d aim to capture future gains…

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Tempted by day trading? Here’s why you shouldn’t bother

| Paul Summers

If you're lured by the promise of quick profits from day trading, this research may make you think twice.

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Is the Reckitt Benckiser share price worth investigating?

| T Sligo

With the recent drop in the stock price for Reckitt Benckiser Group plc (LON: RB), is now a good time…

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Why I own FTSE 100-listed Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust in my Stocks & Shares ISA

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The FTSE 100's (INDEXFTSE: UKX) Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust (LON: SMT) is a great way to play the technology sector,…

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2 dividend stocks I’d buy for a stable income

| Fiona Leake

If you save the income from these yields, you might have a very healthy retirement fund.

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Forget Lloyds! I think these financial stocks look more promising

| T Sligo

Lloyds Banking Group plc (LON: LLOY) shares are down by 11% over the past year. Would these two financial stocks…

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BT vs Royal Mail: which 7%+ dividend stock should I buy?

| Roland Head

Royal Mail plc (LON: RMG) and BT Group - Class A Common Stock (LON: BT.A) both offer essential services and…

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Personal Finance

Where do credit reference agencies get their information?

| Sean LaPointe

This is how credit reference agencies get the information that appears in your credit report.

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Avoid these investing mistakes to boost the value of your investments

| Andy Ross

All too often investors fall into easy-to-miss traps that cost them money. Here are some of the mistakes to avoid…

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Pension savings: half of over-55s are unprepared for retirement

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Recent research suggests that those aged 55 and over in the UK need to take urgent action in order to…

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Have £7k to spend? I’d buy this 6% yield for my ISA and hold it for 10 years

| Royston Wild

This big-yielding stock's falling through the floor right now. But don't panic, Royston Wild believes that it's a white-hot dip…

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Warning! I think the Burford Capital share price could fall another 30%

| Rupert Hargreaves

Further reputational damage could send shares in Burford Capital Limited (LON:BUR) down to book value

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How Warren Buffett’s investment tips could turn £10k into a million

| Peter Stephens

Warren Buffett’s focus on high-quality, undervalued shares could boost your financial future in my opinion.

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Retirement saving: why I’d open a Stocks and Shares ISA today

| Peter Stephens

A Stocks and Shares ISA could improve your retirement prospects in my opinion.

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Forget the National Lottery: I’d buy FTSE 100 stocks in a Lifetime ISA to retire early

| Peter Stephens

I think that now could be the right time to capitalise on undervalued FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) shares through a…

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Why I think the BMN share price could be set for a rebound

| Roland Head

After falling 50% so far in 2019, is the Bushveld Minerals Limited (LON: BMN) share price about to soar?

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How high can the Bitcoin price go?

| Peter Stephens

Does Bitcoin offer further price appreciation potential after a period of growth?

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Retirement Articles

Forget 1.4% from a Cash ISA! This 7% dividend yield is a better way to get rich

| Royston Wild

Looking to get seriously rich in retirement? Of course you are. So forget about Cash ISAs and put your money…

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Never mind the Cash ISA. I think these stock market stalwarts will help you beat a recession

| Paul Summers

Paul Summers picks out three defensive stocks that should hold their own in the event of a Brexit-linked recession.

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Buy-to-let vs the stock market – which is better?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves looks at the difference between these two investing styles and explains why one's better than the other.

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2 ‘top secret’ dividend stocks I’d buy for my ISA with my last £2k

| Royston Wild

Looking to make a fortune from dividend stocks? These smaller stocks could be just what you're seeking, says Royston Wild.

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Thinking of finally investing in Bitcoin? You really need to read this

| Rupert Hargreaves

The Bitcoin price looks attractive, but it's not easy to trade this asset.

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Warning! A buy-to-let may hurt your retirement savings: I’d buy FTSE 100 shares instead

| Peter Stephens

I’m more optimistic about the long-term prospects for the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) than for buy-to-let, says Peter Stephens.

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How you can double your State pension by investing £10 per week in FTSE 250 shares

| Peter Stephens

The FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX) could offer the chance to boost your retirement income.

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35% of investors have abandoned UK assets! Will these FTSE 100 dividend stocks sink or surge as Brexit drags on?

| Royston Wild

Brexit continues to smash demand for UK assets. So how should you protect yourself? Royston Wild talks about how investors…

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Should I invest in gold?

| Alan Oscroft

Investors flocked to gold in August. Here's why they could be missing a big opportunity.

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Is this the best way to double your State Pension?

| Rupert Hargreaves

You could double your State Pension with relatively little effort using this method.

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Could these two FTSE 100 dividend stocks fall to zero?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Health concerns could eventually push these FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) dividend champions out of business, I feel.

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Should I buy shares in Lloyds Bank, languishing down almost 30% over 5 months?

| Kevin Godbold

Here’s one big thing to consider about the Lloyds Banking Group plc (LON: LLOY) share price.

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Forget Premium Bonds! I’d aim to make a million like this

| Rupert Hargreaves

The return on Premium Bonds has dropped to minuscule levels, which means it's much more attractive to invest your money…

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Thinking of opening a Cash ISA? Here’s why I’d rather buy FTSE 100 stocks today

| Peter Stephens

The FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) could have a greater positive impact on your financial future than a Cash ISA in my…

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Why the Thomas Cook share price fell 27% in August

| Tom Rodgers

The Thomas Cook Group plc (LON:TCG) share price had another shocking month in August but is the stock now a…

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Retirement Articles

Is there a good way to invest income to avoid relying on the State Pension?

| Andy Ross

The State Pension won’t give you a comfortable retirement so instead here’s a plan for making the most of your…

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Thinking about buying the BMN share price? Read this first

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves weighs up the pros and cons of investing in Bushveld Minerals Limited (LON: BMN).

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Buy-to-let profits have slumped to just £2k! I’d rather invest in FTSE 100 stocks

| Royston Wild

Landlord profits are sinking at the moment. Why waste your time here? Royston Wild explains why buying into the FTSE…

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Your 4-step plan for what to do with an inheritance

| Paul Summers

Received a lump sum of money? Here's what you should consider doing with it.

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