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Want to retire early? I’d stop saving and start buying FTSE 100 dividend stocks!

| Peter Stephens

FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) dividend shares could significantly improve your financial future when compared to cash savings.

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What happened in the stock market today

| Kirsteen Mackay

On a mediocre day for the major benchmarks, oil majors fell, while shares of Ashmore Group plc (LON:ASHM) rose on…

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Forget buy-to-let! I’d rather put these 2 high income FTSE 100 growth stocks in an ISA

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones would rather buy dividend-yielding FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) housebuilding stocks like these two than invest in buy-to-let.

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Got £2,000 to invest? I’d consider popping these 2 growth and income stocks into an ISA

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones picks out two companies that could thrive if the stock market stays strong this autumn.

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Why the RBS share price fell 9.1% in August

| Roland Head

Fat dividends from Royal Bank of Scotland Group plc (LON: RBS) should reward patient shareholders, says Roland Head.

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Forget a Cash ISA! I’d aim to make £1m with these 2 bargain FTSE 100 stocks

| Peter Stephens

I think these two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) shares could deliver high long-term returns due to their unpopularity at the…

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One stock I’d buy and one I’d avoid if there’s a no-deal Brexit

| Fiona Leake

The potential costs of a no-deal Brexit are great, but not all UK stocks should be avoided.

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Why putting your money in a Cash ISA will make you poorer

| Alan Oscroft

If you think a Cash ISA is a good way to save for your retirement, please read this and think…

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£2,000 to invest? Here are 2 FTSE 250 growth stocks I’d buy right now

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves takes a look at two of the fastest growing companies in the FTSE 250 (LON:INDEXFTSE: MCX) index.

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3 high-yield dividend stocks I’d buy that are on sale today

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves highlights three undervalued dividend stocks he's considering buying right now.

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FTSE 100 vs S&P 500: here’s my pick

| Vishesh Raisinghani

The FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) offers a better income yield and more attractive valuation than its American counterpart.

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How to travel abroad with a baby and not lose your mind

| Anne East

Travelling with baby doesn't have to be tricky - top tips to help you stay sane.

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The Glencore share price has fallen 20% in six months – here’s what I’d do now

| Conor Coyle

Can shares in mining firm Glencore plc (LON:GLEN) recover from a disappointing 2019?

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Tempted by the Marks & Spencer share price? Here’s what you need to know

| Andy Ross

Marks and Spencer Group plc (LON: MKS) is facing huge problems and the share price has fallen. Does that mean…

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2 shares I think are screaming buys

| Andy Ross

I think these two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) share prices have been hit too hard and now the companies look…

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Why the Barclays share price fell 11% in August

| G A Chester

G A Chester discusses the slump in Barclays plc (LON:BARC) shares, and gives his view on the company's valuation and…

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What is the retirement age in the UK?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Wondering what the retirement age in the UK is? Here's a look at how it works.

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Tempted by the Glaxo share price? Here’s what you need to know

| Rupert Hargreaves

Shares in GlaxoSmithKline plc (LON:GSK) look tempting after their recent rally, but you should read this before you buy the…

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Personal Finance

How to generate a passive income in retirement

| Peter Stephens

Here’s how you could supplement the State Pension in retirement through having a second income.

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A FTSE 100 stock I think can smash the Rolls-Royce share price

| Alan Oscroft

The Rolls-Royce Holding plc (LON: RR) share price recovery has stalled, but here's a FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) stock I'd…

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Why I’d still shun the Woodford Patient Capital share price at 45p

| G A Chester

G A Chester discusses why he'd still avoid Woodford Patient Capital Trust plc (LON:WPCT) at a 40% discount to NAV.

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Why I think this FTSE 250 stock could trash the GSK share price

| Alan Oscroft

I love GlaxoSmithKline plc (LON: GSK). But I reckon this FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) stock could beat it in the…

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Forget Bitcoin and gold! I’d buy this FTSE 100 dividend stock before Brexit

| Roland Head

Boring but brilliant? This FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) dividend stock has doubled shareholders' cash since 2013.

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3 ways I plan to get rich from a UK general election

| Royston Wild

The uncertain political environment may leave many investors not knowing where to turn. But don't despair, Royston Wild explains how…

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Retirement savings: why I’d ditch a Cash ISA and buy these 2 FTSE 100 shares today

| Peter Stephens

I think these two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) companies could deliver higher returns than a Cash ISA.

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Have £2,000 to invest? A FTSE 250 dividend stock I’d buy and hold for the next 10 years

| Roland Head

Roland Head highlights two contrarian dividend stocks he'd buy from the FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX).

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This stock has already turned £1,000 into £21,000. Can it repeat that performance?

| Rupert Hargreaves

This stock's explosive growth rate is showing no signs of slowing down.

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Have £1,000 to invest? I’d buy these two dirt-cheap FTSE 250 dividend stocks

| Rupert Hargreaves

These two undervalued FTSE 250 (LON:INDEXFTSE: MCX) income stocks could be the perfect investments if you have just £1,000, says…

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What I’d do about the Boohoo share price right now

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves takes a look at the prospects for the Boohoo Group plc (LON: BOO) share price after its recent…

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2 FTSE 100 dividends I believe could be cut in 2020

| Vishesh Raisinghani

Dividends from British Gas owner Centrica plc (LON:CNA) and telecoms giant Vodafone Group plc (LON: VOD) could both be on…

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3 shares I’d hold for 10 years in a stocks and shares ISA

| Andy Ross

These three FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) shares all have qualities I think make them perfect to buy and forget about…

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How should I invest my money?

| Kirsteen Mackay

Investing your money can be a minefield, so let's consider some popular options.

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Forget Buy to Let! I’d buy these two cheap FTSE 250 stocks instead

| Conor Coyle

With buy-to-let investors seeing their returns diminish even further, I’d look at these FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) shares instead.

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Banking on retirement: why I think this stock could help boost your pension

| T Sligo

This bank's stocks are unloved at the moment. Is that sentiment justified?

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This stock has fallen 50% since the end of June – is it time to buy?

| Thomas Carr

The Costain Group plc (LSE: COST) share price looks too low to me, writes Thomas Carr.

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What happened in the stock market today

| Roland Head

Today's top stories include PPI headaches at Royal Bank of Scotland Group and record profits at housebuilder Barratt Developments.

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How low can the RBS share price go?

| Alan Oscroft

Royal Bank of Scotland Group plc (LON: RBS) shares have slumped to prices not seen since 2016. Surely they can't…

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Upcoming releases like ‘Joker’ have me excited for this FTSE 250 stock 

| Vishesh Raisinghani

This FTSE 250 (LON:INDEXFTSE: MCX) stock could benefit if more people head to the cinema this winter.

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Retirement Articles

Buy-to-let vs the FTSE 100: what’s the best way to try and get rich and retire early?

| Royston Wild

Looking to retire in luxury? Royston Wild explains why buying the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) may be a better idea…

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Why the UKOG share price rose 13% in August

| Alan Oscroft

After a long slide, are UK Oil & Gas plc (LON: UKOG) shares finally starting to turn around?

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