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Down 6% today, is the BT share price gearing up for a larger fall?

Jon Smith points out why the BT share price has tumbled today, but flags up why the reasoning behind the…

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This FTSE 250 value stock is up 11% today! Here’s what’s going on

Jon Smith explains why a FTSE 250 stalwart is shooting higher today on fresh news and talks through why this…

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NatWest has just smashed brokers’ dividend forecasts!

After NatWest delivered a Valentine’s Day surprise to investors, our writer thinks the experts may have to raise their dividend…

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The NatWest share price slips in early trading despite positive FY 2024 results. What’s the deal?

The NatWest share price is down slightly this morning after the bank released its final results for 2024. Our writer…

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The NatWest share price has doubled in 12 months. These FY results show us why

NatWest solidly beat 2024 full-year expectations, but the share price fell! Welcome to another typical day on the stock market.

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Here’s why Coca-Cola HBC stock jumped over 9% in the FTSE 100 today

This stock was flying to a record high in the FTSE 100 today, boosted by a strong set of earnings.…

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As Barclays’ share price drops 5% on results, what should investors do?

Barclays shares have doubled over the last year, but the price has now dipped. Does the FTSE 100 bank still…

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British American Tobacco shares plummet on disappointing FY24 results. Is it still worth the dividends?

The British American Tobacco share price fell 8% this morning after the company posted its full-year results for 2024. Our…

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Dividend investors should take a look at falling Unilever shares after Q4 results

As one of the FTSE 100’s most prominent dividend shares falls 6% after Q4 results, should passive income investors consider…

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Barratt Redrow shares spike 6% as profits forecasts hiked! Time to consider buying in?

Barratt shares are leading the FTSE 100 higher in midweek business. Is now the time to consider the housebuilder as…

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Why is the Greatland Gold (GGP) share price up 10% today?

Our writer looks at the reasons why the Greatland Gold (GGP) share price is the AIM 100’s best performer today.

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Up 14% today! Here’s one growth stock that Elon Musk likes

A UK growth stock has signed another contract with SpaceX. But does this mean it deserves a place in my…

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Legal & General shares jump 8% as investors celebrate buyback and dividend bonanza!

Harvey Jones is feeling the love for his Legal & General shares once again, as the board thrills investors with…

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My favourite FTSE dividend stock just jumped 17%! So why am I sad?

This investor has mixed feelings today as a quality dividend stock from the FTSE 250 surged higher in his portfolio.…

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Here’s why AstraZeneca stock jumped nearly 6% in the FTSE 100 today

FTSE 100 heavyweight AstraZeneca helped propel the blue-chip index to a record high today. Here's what investors were cheering.

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Up 10% today, I think this FTSE 250 growth share could continue to surge!

Babcock International's flying after upgrading its full-year forecasts. I think the FTSE 250 defence share might just be getting started.

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The GSK share price jumps 6% on positive FY 2024 results. Is it a stock to consider now?

Mark Hartley weighs up the growing potential in GSK as its share price makes rare gains following a promising set…

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GSK shares leap 5% as results top forecasts and guidance is upgraded! Can they keep rising?

Strong full-year trading and an improving outlook have propelled GSK's share price higher, as Royston Wild explains.

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As the share price falls after Q3 results, DCC is still my top FTSE 100 stock to buy

As the DCC share price falls after an uninspiring trading update, Stephen Wright still sees an opportunity to add to…

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This Q3 revenue boost could be just what the Vodafone share price needs

Vodafone reported a rise in Q3 revenue and plans more shareholder returns, but the share price hasn't reacted well so…

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As weak sales and tariff threats drive the Diageo share price lower, is it time for investors to consider cutting their losses?

The Diageo share price has been falling for a while and the company’s latest update is a good reminder that…

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Here’s the FTSE 100’s top performer in 2025! Can it keep flying?

Airtel Africa has put other FTSE stocks in the shade since 1 January, rising by almost a quarter. Can it…

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Airtel Africa share price surges 10% on Q3 results but foreign currency remains a key risk

Airtel Africa’s share price enjoyed an impressive rally this morning with a huge boost in pre-tax profit but this Fool…

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Dividend rise and buyback help keep the Shell share price up. Time to buy?

As Shell lifts its annual dividend beyond inflation and posts yet another quarterly share buyback, is the share price too…

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As Tesla stock rises on more robotaxi claims, what should investors do?

Tesla stock's up 4% after Elon Musk – again – announced that robotaxis are imminent. But is this really happening…

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Looking for UK shares to buy? This 19p small-cap down 5% today may be worth considering

For investors searching for shares to buy in February, this small UK firm might be worth considering for inclusion in…

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1 FTSE 250 stock I like better than Greggs

The FTSE 250 has several household names for UK investors to consider. And Stephen Wright thinks one in particular is…

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Dr Martens’ shares get a kicking after the bootmaker’s latest update

Dr Martens' share price was down after the company’s Q3 trading update. Our writer thinks now’s the time to address…

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Up 20% in a month, will this FTSE 100 stock continue to soar?

Ken Hall has been watching the FTSE 100 make gains this month. And there's one big-name stock that has caught…

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The Associated British Foods (ABF) share price dips after guidance cut. Time to buy?

Even the country's cut-price clothing stores are feeling the pinch, as the Associated British Foods' share price weakness shows.

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Why the Netflix share price surged 14% after the market closed

Jon Smith runs over why the Netflix share price has rocketed higher and explains why he's optimistic about the direction…

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JD Wetherspoon: are rising sales enough to offset higher costs for the FTSE 250 pub chain?

The UK’s low-cost pub chain is still Stephen Wright’s top FTSE 250 stock to buy, even with the prospect of…

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The easyJet share price hits a little turbulence despite a positive trading update

The easyJet share price didn’t respond well to the airline’s update for the quarter ended 31 December. Our writer tries…

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Up 23% today! Has the death of this FTSE stock been greatly exaggerated?

Investors reacted well to the latest trading update from this FTSE stock, despite fears that the industry in which it…

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FTSE 100 stocks just set a new record!

Against a backdrop of sluggish economic growth, the index of FTSE 100 stocks hit an all-time high today (17 January).…

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Why has the FTSE 100 just reached a new daytime high?

We're just a few weeks into 2025, and the FTSE 100 is already setting new records in spite of our…

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Up 10% today, is it time to consider buying this unloved FTSE 250 value stock?

Jon Smith looks at a top performer in the FTSE 250 today, with the move coming from strong results from…

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Why the Lloyds share price surged 6.3% on Wednesday

Inflation coming in lower than expected caused the Lloyds share price to jump 6.3% on Wednesday. But should long-term investors…

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After a positive Q4 update, is the Vistry share price set to bounce back?

The Vistry share price has been falling sharply as a result of cost issues in its South Division. But the…

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Games Workshop share price falters on half-year results as fears of US tariffs loom

The Games Workshop share price suffered a dip this morning after releasing interim results. Is there more room for growth…

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