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Gordon Best

Gordon Best

Based in Glasgow, Gordon is a freelance investment writer for The Motley Fool UK. With a degree in civil engineering, he also works in Strategic Consulting, and runs a financial education company.

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Is this FTSE 250 company back on track?

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Since the lockdowns, the future of transport has been uncertain. But with commuter journeys up, could this FTSE 250 company…

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I love this FTSE 100 giant for 2024

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2024 could well be an uncertain year, as many predict a recession. But I think this FTSE 100 major name…

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Is there another rally coming for AMC stock?

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Many investors will remember the euphoria as AMC stock soared in previous years, but as it builds new income streams,…

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I love the look of this company for my Stocks and Shares ISA

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A Stocks and Shares ISA full of quality companies is a game-changer for my finances. And I think this company…

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Is this dividend giant the way to grow my passive income?

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Finding a company that pays a huge dividend yield can be exciting, but is it really the way to grow…

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I’d buy 1,775 shares of this stock to generate a second income of £50 a month

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Building a second income can be a game changer for our finances. Choosing the right company is critical, and I…

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At five-year lows, is this FTSE 100 company now getting exciting?

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This FTSE 100 company has been a tough watch lately, but is there light at the end of the tunnel?…

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Is the Unilever share price now worth a look?

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The Unilever share price hasn't turned many heads in the last few years, but is it potentially a hidden gem?

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Potentially 84% undervalued, is this FTSE 250 company a screaming buy?

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Plenty of companies still haven't found their footing after the pandemic, but is this FTSE 250 airline now in bargain…

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What does the future hold for the Tesco share price?

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The Tesco share price is having a great 2023 so far, but is there still more growth ahead? Gordon Best…

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With the Marks and Spencer share price up 100% in 2023, is it too late to buy?

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Despite uncertainty in the economy, the Marks and Spencer share price is up 100% in 2023. Gordon Best considers whether…

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Is the ITV share price a must-watch under 60p?

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The ITV share price has had a rough few years. But by the TV giant turning its focus to digital…

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Is now the time to buy Persimmon shares?

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Persimmon shares have had a bumpy few years, but with demand for housing growing, is now the time to be…

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Is the worst performing FTSE 100 company now one to consider?

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Fresnillo shares now sit at the bottom of the FTSE 100 performance table in 2023. Gordon Best considers whether the…

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Can the Tesla share price hit $300 again?

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The Tesla share price has had quite a year, more than doubling in 2023 so far. But can it return…

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Are things about to get even uglier with the TUI share price?

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TUI shares have been steadily declining for years. Are things about to get even worse, or is now a buying…

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After a rocky October, are AstraZeneca shares now a buy?

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AstraZeneca shares fell sharply in October following disappointing results in a clinical trial. Are they now primed for a bounce?

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What’s going on with the boohoo share price?

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Investor's in boohoo have had a rough ride in the last few years, but is the worst now over, or…

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I love the look of this FTSE 250 company for building a second income

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There are plenty of companies in the FTSE 250 paying a high dividend, but few appear as undervalued as one…

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Is the big stock market crash finally happening?

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There's no shortage of fear in the stock market at the moment. But is it an overreaction, or is a…

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With a 10% dividend, is this stock a passive income machine?

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With a huge dividend, could investing in Vodafone be a winner for growing passive income? Gordon Best investigates.

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I love the look of this FTSE 250 stock

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The UK market is full of bargains at the moment, and I've found one in the FTSE 250 I'm getting…

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I’m looking at this FTSE 100 stock for October

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The market has been typically bumpy in August and September, but I'm looking at picking up a bargain FTSE 100…

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Should I load up on Esperion Therapeutics shares under $2?

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Esperion Therapeutics shares have been climbing over the last few days after it presented positive clinical data. So is now…

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Here’s why I’ve got my eye on Ferrari shares

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Ferrari shares have been racing to new highs since entering the market in 2015. But is there more growth around…

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Are Games Workshop shares worth considering?

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Games Workshop shares are up an impressive 44% in 2023 so far. But is there more room to grow? Gordon…

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Thinking about buying National Grid shares? 3 things investors need to know

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National Grid shares are down 16% in the last year, but could now be the time to start buying? Gordon…

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With a dividend of 8.1%, are Taylor Wimpey shares a buy?

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With an impressive dividend of 8.1%, and increasing demand for new homes, are Taylor Wimpey shares now getting interesting?

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3 shares I’m buying for my Stocks and Shares ISA

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A Stocks and Shares ISA is an incredibly powerful way of growing wealth. Here are the three stocks I'm buying…

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What’s going on with BT shares?

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BT shares have been falling in recent months, plagued by a number of issues. But is this now a bargain,…

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Should I consider snapping up Crocs shares?

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Crocs shoes certainly divide opinion, but with fundamentals improving, could Crocs shares be a no brainer? Gordon Best takes a…

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Are NIO shares a hidden gem in the electric vehicle space?

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Nio shares were a favourite of the market in 2021, but after falling heavily since, are they now a potential…

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Could MasterBrand shares be a bargain under $15?

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MasterBrand shares have been climbing steadily over the last year since spinning off. But are they still a bargain under…

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Should investors still consider Amazon shares despite strong 2023?

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Amazon shares have been a winner in the market for a number of years, but is there more to come,…

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What’s going on with Manchester United shares?

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Since club owners announced a potential sale last year, Manchester United shares have been on a wild ride. So what's…

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Should I buy Formula One shares?

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Formula One shares have been flying since the company's IPO in 2017, but is there more growth around the corner?…

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With a £216m debt cut planned, is now the time to buy Aston Martin Lagonda shares?

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Aston Martin Lagonda shares have been flying in recent months. Gordon Best investigates whether new efforts to cut debt present…

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Is it foolish to buy Netflix shares?

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Netflix shares have seen a tremendous run up recently, but is the market leader in streaming still an attractive investment?…

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Is now the time to be buying lithium stocks?

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Lithium stocks have been identified as a sector with enormous potential as EVs grow in use. But is now the…

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Down heavily after reporting earnings, are Spotify shares now a buy?

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Spotify shares are down heavily after disappointing in its recent earnings report. Gordon Best considers whether this could be a…

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