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The FTSE 100 defies the US stock market crash

| Cliff D'Arcy

On Thursday, the S&P 500 came within 0.1% of a full-on stock market crash. Meanwhile, the UK's FTSE 100 index…

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Here’s why I’m adding this exciting penny stock to my holdings!

| Jabran Khan

This Fool explains why he is adding this penny stock to his holdings and delves deeper into the reasons behind…

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Should I keep buying Hargreaves Lansdown shares as they fall?

| Dr. James Fox

Hargreaves Lansdown shares haven't performed well in 2022. In a trading update, the business announced a slowdown in assets and…

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The way forward for the Rolls-Royce share price

| Alan Oscroft

The Rolls-Royce share price has been falling in 2022. After this week's AGM, here's what I expect for the rest…

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Why I’m backing the Associated British Foods (ABF) share price to soar!

| Dr. James Fox

The Associated British Foods (ABF) share price has slumped this year despite a stellar first-half performance. Here's why I'm backing…

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3 income stocks I’d snap up in a market crash

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith looks at several income stocks that he's got on his watch list to snap up if the market…

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Will these 4 EV growth stocks supercharge my portfolio?

| Dr. James Fox

Growth stocks have taken a hammering in recent months, but the EV industry is one that I expect to boom…

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Coinbase shares are shooting higher! Should I buy now?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains the reasons behind the jump in Coinbase shares yesterday, but warns about the longer-term slump since the…

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Should I buy Centrica shares in 2022?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Utilities stocks are popular at the moment due to their defensive characteristics. Here, Edward Sheldon looks at whether he should…

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Down 35%, is the IAG share price ready to take off?

| Finlay Blair

After a tough few years, the IAG share price is down further. Finlay Blair considers if this latest drop offers…

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Should I buy Rivian stock now?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Rivian's share price has crashed in 2022. Edward Sheldon looks at whether this is a good buying opportunity.

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Are we about to see a once-in-a-decade opportunity to buy cheap UK shares?

| Harshil Patel

Risks of recession are rising. Are UK shares about to fall further? Our writer considers if there's an investment opportunity…

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5 ways to deal with extreme market volatility!

| Royston Wild

This market expert explains why shares are attractive investments in spite of volatility. And here are four top FTSE 100…

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Is Elon Musk the new Warren Buffett?

| Alan Oscroft

Is Elon Musk really offering the same kind of investing wisdom as Warren Buffett? Here's a look at his latest…

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Should I buy Shell shares in 2022?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The energy sector has been the best performer in 2022, so far. Here, Edward Sheldon looks at whether he should…

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Why is the Royal Mail share price falling?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Shares in Royal Mail have underperformed over the last 12 months. Here, Edward Sheldon looks at what's going on.

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Down 20%! A sinking dividend stock I’d buy for passive income

| Royston Wild

I bought this top passive income stock as e-commerce growth exploded during the pandemic. And I'm thinking of buying more…

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2 UK shares I’d buy after searching for top penny stocks

| Royston Wild

These low-cost UK shares caught my attention as I was looking for penny stocks to buy. Here's why I'd load…

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Did these lithium stocks just hit the motherlode?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Lithium prices have exploded nearly 700% in a year, sending related stocks through the roof. But which companies can continue…

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Here’s why I think the Lloyds share price could climb back in 2022

| Alan Oscroft

The Lloyds share price has dipped in 2022. But it's not as bad as I'd feared, considering the gloomy economic…

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2 top FTSE 100 bargain shares to buy now

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

As the FTSE 100 tumbles, Zaven Boyrazian identifies two UK shares delivering strong profits and that are starting to look…

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UK’s economy shrinks in March! Here how I’d invest if a recession happens

| Manika Premsingh

Fears of the UK economy falling into recession are rising. But I am still a believer in the stock markets.

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3 reasons to buy – and not buy — Rolls-Royce shares

| Royston Wild

The Rolls-Royce share price trades on a rock-bottom PEG earnings multiple right now. Is it too cheap for me to…

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2 FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy in the stock market slump

| Manika Premsingh

FTSE 100 stocks are seeing a slump, but there are two that still look good to Manika Premsingh.

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Deliveroo shares are trading for pennies! Here’s my game plan

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith gives his opinion on the slump in Deliveroo shares below 100p and whether he should buy more at…

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The EnQuest share price is flying! Here is why I added the shares to my holdings

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan delves deeper into the burgeoning EnQuest share price and explains why he purchased shares in the penny stock…

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What’s happening with the Ashtead share price?

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan looks at the current state of play with the Ashtead share price and decides if he would add…

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Why is the stock market going down?

| Stephen Wright

Why is the stock market falling? Our writer explains why inflation, rising interest rates, and the possibility of a recession…

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Down 40% in 2022, are M&S shares a buy?

| Jabran Khan

This Fool takes a closer look at whether M&S shares are a good buy for his holdings, especially after the…

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Should I buy cheap Royal Mail shares?

| Andrew Woods

With low P/E ratios, could Royal Mail shares be a good investment as revenues remain high after the pandemic?

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The IAG share price is down 70% since 2020! Is now the time to buy?

| Dr. James Fox

The IAG share price is far below its pre-pandemic levels, but as the aviation industry recovers, is it the right…

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Top 5 dividend shares to buy in a recession

| Harshil Patel

As the UK faces sharp risks of recession, our writer looks at the top dividend shares he’d buy to protect…

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Why I’m doing nothing during this stock market correction

| Andrew Woods

As we endure this stock market correction, I'm staying calm and following my own investment principles - buying shares only…

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What I’m doing with my Stocks & Shares ISA during the market slump

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith talks through what he's doing with his Stocks and Shares ISA at the moment, with opportunities a-plenty, despite…

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Market volatility is back! 2 sinking UK shares I’d buy right now

| Royston Wild

I'm not frantically selling my UK shares as market volatility increases! Here's why I'm looking for the best bargain stocks…

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Here’s why the Rolls-Royce share price could fly this year!

| John Choong

Rolls-Royce just released its Q1 trading update, expecting to meet guidance. I think its share price could fly this year,…

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After its 75% fall, is the Boohoo share price now too cheap to miss?

| Alan Oscroft

It's painful when a high-flying growth stock plummets. But it can provide buying opportunities. I examine the Boohoo share price.

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Should I buy BT shares right now?

| Roland Head

With the dividend back on tap, are BT shares bargain buys at current levels? Roland Head investigates.

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The Scottish Mortgage share price is falling again! Should I load up?

| Dr. James Fox

The Scottish Mortgage share price fell 6% on Thursday morning, extending losses over the past year. So, should I buy…

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Down 37%, should I buy Vistry Group shares on the dip?

| Dr. James Fox

Vistry Group shares haven't performed well in 2022 as a range of factors, from inflation to the cladding crisis, weigh…

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