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2 stocks to consider and buy for the new bull market?

| Kevin Godbold

There are several attractive value and growth stocks on the London market right now and for me, it’s time to…

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Investing Articles

The Forterra share price is down, so is the stock a buy?

| Kevin Godbold

Despite Forterra’s fallen share price, I think there’s value in this building products maker now and earnings look set to…

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3 dividend stocks to consider now for a second income 

| Kevin Godbold

Market conditions have created several promising second income dividend opportunities and I'd focus on these three stocks now.

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Do Halfords shares offer good value right now?

| Kevin Godbold

Value indicators look promising for Halfords shares, so is the stock worth adding to a diversified portfolio for income and…

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Is NextEnergy Solar Fund a no-brainer stock investment to make right now?

| Kevin Godbold

The NextEnergy Solar Fund's 8% dividend yield tempts me and I see the business as operating in a steady and…

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Lifelong passive income for £4 a day: here’s how!

| Kevin Godbold

Investing the equivalent of just £4 a day in stocks and shares is a good way to begin building passive…

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Investing Articles

Is this the best opportunity in a lifetime to buy cheap small-cap shares? 

| Kevin Godbold

A perfect storm affecting stocks has created an amazing opportunity to buy cheap small-cap shares, according to one seasoned investor.

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Earnings: the Halma share price dips 5% on results day, but don’t let that fool you!

| Kevin Godbold

Here's why I think Halma share price weakness is a compelling opportunity for investors to consider and research this amazing…

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Dividend Shares

Earnings: Severfield shares up more than 5% on results day but there’s value here

| Kevin Godbold

Severfield shares may have much further to travel in the current upswing of the cycle, and the valuation looks undemanding.

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Investing Articles

Earnings: Oxford Instruments shares steady on results day but there’s hidden value here

| Kevin Godbold

Oxford Instruments shares may be presenting investors with an opportunity to get on board a long-term growth and quality story.

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Investing Articles

Earnings: Ashtead shares steady on results day but business momentum is strong

| Kevin Godbold

Despite their phenomenal success and surging price, here's why I still see Ashtead shares as well worth consideration as a…

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Are BAE Systems shares a buy on the recent price dip?

| Kevin Godbold

The BAE Systems share price reflects a strong trading environment and the dividend record makes the stock worthy of consideration.

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Investing Articles

The Hargreaves Lansdown share price is moving up! Should I buy now?

| Kevin Godbold

There’s a cracking yield and an impressive dividend record here, but Hargreaves Lansdown shares are beginning to move up again.

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Investing Articles

The Darktrace share price is on the rise, should I buy now?

| Kevin Godbold

Does the buzz around AI reflect Darktrace's strengthening share price and earnings growth, and will the moves upwards continue? 

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Up almost 15%! Should investors buy DiscoverIE shares now?

| Kevin Godbold

This is the kind of business I think will likely perform well in the coming years. But are DiscoverIE shares…

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Investing Articles

Is the Jet2 share price heading back up to 1,900p?

| Kevin Godbold

Jet2’s holiday and airline business was fast-growing prior to the pandemic and the share price suggests a return to form…

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If I had £5,000 to invest, here’s the top UK stock I’d consider buying now

| Kevin Godbold

This business may be storing up potential to surge as the economic recovery gathers pace and it’s the top UK…

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Investing Articles

If I’d invested £1,000 in Vodafone shares 2 years ago here’s how much I’d have now!

| Kevin Godbold

There's no doubt that Vodafone shares have performed poorly, but is the business on the cusp of a turnaround in…

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Investing Articles

ITV shares plummet 20%! What’s going on here?

| Kevin Godbold

Why do ITV shares keep falling and does the more than 6% dividend yield available mean the stock is good…

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Investing Articles

5 FTSE 100 stocks near 52-week lows to consider now

| Kevin Godbold

Can these five out-of-favour FTSE 100 stocks be decent candidates for a long-term, diversified portfolio of good-value shares?

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Investing Articles

Is the BP share price presenting investors with a buying opportunity?

| Kevin Godbold

With the BP share price down, is now a good opportunity to load up with the oil and gas giant’s…

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Are these 7 stocks to buy right now before it’s too late?

| Kevin Godbold

Investor sentiment has been downbeat for some time but conditions are improving and it’s a good time to hunt for…

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Are IAG shares a screaming buy?

| Kevin Godbold

With the airline business back to good health and trading well, are IAG shares set to fly? Here’s what I’m…

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Is the Dunelm share price about to surge higher?

| Kevin Godbold

The Dunelm business has been surprisingly resilient and the share price may be poised to move higher as conditions improve…

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Investing Articles

A bull market is coming: should investors buy Shell shares now?

| Kevin Godbold

This fund manager thinks there’s a bull market coming for stocks. And I believe Shell shares offer a dividend yield…

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Is time running out to buy these high-yield FTSE 100 dividend shares?

| Kevin Godbold

Here are three FTSE 100 shares paying steady dividends that I’d be keen to own in my diversified portfolio before…

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Investing Articles

Does the Prudential share price make the stock a buy?

| Kevin Godbold

The company’s directors think the Prudential share price is attractive and have been buying the stock. Should I follow them?

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Will tomorrow’s results move the BT share price?

| Kevin Godbold

Will the BT share price keep moving higher because of a sustainable turnaround of the underlying telecommunications business?

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Investing Articles

8% dividend yield! Why is the Imperial Brands share price so weak?

| Kevin Godbold

There’s no sign of the dividend stalling, so are Imperial Brand shares a steal at this price, or are the…

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1 stock I’m holding to build wealth and passive income

| Kevin Godbold

Passive income from dividends tends to grow as businesses grow their earnings and cash flow, so I’m holding this investment…

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Investing Articles

3 value shares to consider right now

| Kevin Godbold

The uncertainty in economies and financial markets continues to throw up value shares to investigate, such as these three.

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Investing Articles

Get ready for a bullish stock market

| Kevin Godbold

This multi-millionaire veteran stock trader's making positive noises and preparing for an exciting and imminent bull market.

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Investing Articles

Should I buy cheap Lloyds shares now for the coming bull market?

| Kevin Godbold

Lloyds shares are popular with private investors, and I’d consider them now, but perhaps not for the reasons some might…

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8% yield! 1 of the top dividend shares to buy in April

| Kevin Godbold

Although high yields can be a warning sign, sometimes it’s worth looking closely at big dividend shares to consider buying…

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Investing Articles

The easyJet share price is handing investors a buying opportunity

| Kevin Godbold

There’s an undeniable growth story unfolding with easyJet, and the current share price makes the stock worth further research.

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Are Marks and Spencer shares heading back up to 700p?

| Kevin Godbold

Up almost 80% since October: can Marks and Spencer shares go back to their previous highs near 700p in this…

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Investing Articles

BT shares leap in 2023. Are they still a bargain?

| Kevin Godbold

Can BT shares get back to their previous level above 400p, and is the telecoms company a bargain after showing…

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5 ways to win in this volatile stock market

| Kevin Godbold

It’s a wonder that any investor has made money recently in these volatile stock markets, but there are ways to…

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Here’s how much I’d need to invest in Tesco shares for £1,000 a year in dividends 

| Kevin Godbold

£1,000 worth of annual dividends is worth shooting for, but can Tesco shares deliver that outcome reliably for me in…

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A powerful technique for getting the most from stocks and shares

| Kevin Godbold

Stocks and shares can frustrate investors who are forever checking their progress. But here's how I aim to get the…

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