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Forget the State Pension! I’d invest in the FTSE 250 to retire in style

The FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) could be a perfect way to fund a comfortable retirement.

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How I’d invest just £500 in the FTSE 100 today

Andy Ross thinks it’s vital to take that first step into investing -- anyone can do it and here’s how…

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Could this 10% dividend yield make or break your Stocks & Shares ISA?

Royston Wild looks at one of London's biggest yielders and asks: is it REALLY worth the risk?

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The HSBC share price falls 6% on large job cut news! Should I buy it now?

A 35,000 workforce cut from HSBC saw the share price drop almost 6% yesterday. Jonathan Smith looks at what to…

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Worried about your retirement savings? Do these 3 things today!

Here’s how you could improve your retirement prospects.

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A long-term plan for a 2020 market crash

Short-term market movements are difficult to predict. I think most investors will do better by ignoring them and investing for…

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How to invest in growth stocks

Michael Taylor identifies the key features to look for in growth stocks.

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Has the death of buy-to-let been greatly exaggerated?

Is buy-to-let on its last legs? Royston Wild looks at recent data and discusses whether these FTSE 100 dividend stocks…

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I’d shun buy-to-let and buy these property stocks instead

I see a number of attractive stocks in the property sector these days. Here are two I have my eye…

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Two accounting tricks you should be aware of

Michael Taylor identifies two accounting tricks we need to understand before investing.

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Why a market crash could be a great buying opportunity

Roland Head explains how he'd prepare for the next stock market crash.

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Should you buy this takeover prospect after its 10% share price jump?

Investing in a takeover target can lead to nice profits, especially if there are competing bidders, but it can be…

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How to check the quality of a stock’s profits

Michael Taylor assesses how we can learn about the quality of a company's profits.

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The Kier share price has almost doubled in a month. Time to buy?

G A Chester discusses the soaring Kier share price, and another stock showing distinct signs of revival.

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2 growth stocks for aggressive investors’ ISA holdings in 2020

Higher risk can often offer the potential of higher return for aggressive investors, writes Jonathan Smith.

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A cheap growth stock I’d buy to beat the Glencore share price today

This small-cap mining share has been hammering the Glencore (LON: GLEN) share price, and I think it could have further…

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How to invest in value stocks

Michael Taylor looks at how to invest in value stocks with a specific trick.

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I reckon there’s a tailwind behind this FTSE 250 stock and its big dividend

This company appears to be operating in an area of the market that’s gaining traction.

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3 ways I’m recession proofing my stock portfolio for a potential market crash

Worried about the stock market crashing as part of a recession in the UK? Have a look at these tips.

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Is a turnaround warning a harbinger of things to come for Royal Mail shares?

Its share price hit an all-time low this month, and I don’t see any signs of improvement to come for…

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Could this be the best turnaround stock of 2020?

Is this cheap, unloved stock the perfect pick for contrarian investors?

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The Premium Bond interest rate is to be cut. Here’s what I’d do now

A lower interest rate on Premium Bonds is a real kick in the teeth for UK savers.

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The HSBC (HSBA) share price falls on profit slump. Here’s what I’d do now

HSBC reports a 2019 profit crash, but does the weak share price make it a buy for income?

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Personal Finance

Where to find cheap family travel insurance

Breaking down what family travel insurance is and where to find the cheapest deals.

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How to invest in income stocks

Michael Taylor looks at how to invest in stocks for dividend income.

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Where will the Lloyds share price be in five years time?

A continuing shift from physical to digital banking and the impact of Brexit negotiations make Lloyds a long-term buy for…

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The AA share price has crashed! Is now a good time to invest in this FTSE stock?

Despite the share price fall, investing in AA shares still looks risky, writes Thomas Carr.

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No savings at 40? I’d buy FTSE 100 dividend stocks in an ISA to retire on a passive income

Peter Stephens thinks the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) could improve your retirement prospects.

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How I’d profit from a share price bear market in 2020

I think the UK stock market could be in for a tough 2020, but smart investors can profit nicely from…

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Banking dividends are booming! I’d buy this 5%-yielding stock for my ISA today

Royston Wild looks at a banking stock he thinks could make you richer from dividends over the next decade.

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Why I’d invest all I could in this high yielding share

Andy Ross looks at one high-yielding share that he thinks has blockbuster potential and could help boost your returns.

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New to investing? How to check a company’s balance sheet

Michael Taylor looks at how to assess a company's balance sheet and how it can help you make investment decisions.

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Should I buy UK shale oil and gas stocks?

Anna Sokolidou takes a close look at the future of the shale boom revolution.

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Retirement savings: how to live comfortably with high-yield dividend stocks

Here’s how you can limit the risks of investing in dividend shares while improving your financial outlook.

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A 2020 stock market crash could be a brilliant share buying opportunity

I think the chances of a stock market crash in 2020 are building, and here's how I plan to profit…

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Forget the Premium Bonds rate cut! I’d rather invest in a Stocks and Shares ISA anyway

Your chances of winning a prize on Premium Bonds have shrunk again, but there's an alternative.

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I just bought shares in a healthcare giant. I’d load up with this medical stock, too

Royston Wild discusses a couple of medical marvels he believes could make you rich.

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3 correlations between the FTSE 100 and Brexit that you need to know before investing

The FTSE 100 index performance and Brexit developments are more connected than you think, says Jonathan Smith.

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As the Kier share price jumps 10%, here’s what I’d do now

The Kier Group share price is up 50% in 2020, with a brightening outlook. Is now the perfect time to…

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Dividends hit new records last year! What should income investors expect in 2020?

Companies are pulling the handbrake up on dividend growth. What should dividend hunters expect this year then?

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