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Best British value stocks to buy in August

We asked our freelance writers to reveal the top value stocks they’d buy in August, including two with a P/E…

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These 2 top dividend stocks are on sale! Here’s why I’d buy them in August

I think these UK shares could be too good to ignore at current prices. Here I'll explain why I'll buy…

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3 FTSE dividend shares I’d love to buy today

The fickle stock market is offering some dividend bargains right now and I’d snap up some of the shares to…

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A mind-blowingly cheap FTSE AIM stock investors should consider

This cheap FTSE AIM stock has slumped recently despite excellent full-year results and a bright outlook. Should investors take a…

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Why Croda International shares gained 4% in July

With revenues falling by 22% and earnings per share down 84%, why have Croda International shares been going up? Stephen…

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How high could HSBC shares go due to rising interest rates?

Jon Smith takes out the key points from the latest results and explains why HSBC shares could continue to rally…

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Building a £1.1m portfolio with compound interest in a Stocks and Shares ISA!

New figures from HMRC reveal that the number of Stocks and Shares ISA millionaires in the UK has ballooned to…

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2 bargain FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy this August!

These top FTSE 100 stocks are effectively on sale following share price weakness in 2023. Here's why I'll buy them…

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Should I forget Tesla and buy Rivian Automotive stock instead?

A £1,000 investment in Tesla 10 years ago would now be worth £30,538. Will Rivian Automotive stock do something similar…

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2 dividend-paying penny stocks for investors to consider in August!

Here are two top penny stocks I'm seeking to buy as soon as I have spare cash to invest in…

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Is August the time to be buying Lloyds shares?

With Lloyds shares looking cheap, this Fool senses a buying opportunity. Here, he explains why he'd use August to buy…

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

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

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My top 3 passive income shares to buy in August

General market weakness continues to make many stocks look attractively priced. Here are three dividend shares to buy in August.

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I’m thinking of buying more Diageo shares following strong full-year results!

The Diageo share price continues to pick up steam. But I believe the FTSE 100 drinks giant remains a top…

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Don’t bail On Baillie Gifford’s technology trusts

We all thought the cockroach was the most indestructible thing on Earth. Turns out it’s the Nasdaq 100. When the…

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Am I buying BP shares after huge earnings miss?

BP shares missed earning expectations by some distance. Dr James Fox explores whether this might be a good opportunity to…

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Is RC365 stock the next Nvidia?

Will RC365 stock follow in the footsteps of tech giant Nvidia and become the next $1trn company? Here’s what our…

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Time for me to buy this hidden FTSE 100 gem for turbo-charged passive income?

This FTSE 100 stock yields over 9%, has great brands under its business umbrella, and can be bought at a…

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Turning a small ISA into a £500k portfolio

With a regular savings plan and a proper investment strategy, it’s possible to turn a small ISA into a formidable…

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I’d use August to take advantage of a once-in-a-decade passive income opportunity!

Given that UK stocks look cheap, this Fool sees an opportunity for investors to build a passive income stream. Here's…

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Earnings incoming: are Smith & Nephew shares about to take off?

Smith & Nephew shares could see some movement this week with the medical devices giant due to report on 3…

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Are Haleon shares a ‘buy’ ahead of tomorrow’s earnings?

Haleon shares are almost flat since they launched just over a year ago. But there could be some movement on…

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Here’s why I’d buy Standard Chartered shares for passive income!

Standard Chartered shares trade on a forward price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of just 7.5 times. I think the bank is a…

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How I’d invest a £1,000 lump sum in the best shares to buy now

The best shares to buy right now might be able to offer me market-beating returns. Here’s exactly what I’d do…

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Here’s why I think the FTSE 100 could easily hit 10,000 points

Is the FTSE 100 eternally doomed to stay stuck below 8,000 points? Surely not even the gloomiest pessimist thinks that,…

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Looking for passive income? Here are 3 mistakes I’d avoid

Building some passive income for later in life's a great idea. But when folks start out, it's easy to fall…

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Turning a £0 ISA into a £10,500 second income in 12 years with LSE shares!

Here's how it's possible to start with nothing and still build a substantial second income investing in discounted UK shares.

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My 5 top FTSE 100 stocks to buy in 2023?

We're more than halfway through 2023, and I still see far more cheap FTSE 100 stocks than I could ever…

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One soaring penny stock under 90p to buy for growth!

Sumayya Mansoor breaks down a penny stock that has performed well recently despite the current volatile markets and macroeconomic activity.

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My top UK stock to buy in 2023 is up 21%!

Our writer revisits his top British stock to buy for 2023 and asks if he'd still invest in this FTSE…

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I’m buying this 10% yielding FTSE 100 giant for passive income!

This Fool explains why she is adding some shares of this telecommunications giant to her holdings for passive income.

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At 193p, are Rolls-Royce shares a slam-dunk buy?

It’s been a big past week for Rolls-Royce shares. Now up to 193p, does the momentum in the company mean…

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I’d buy cheap shares right now to build future wealth

Christopher Ruane has been hunting for cheap shares in blue-chip companies to hold for the long term. Could that help…

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If I could buy just one dividend share in August, I’d choose this one

Our writer explains why one dividend share has grabbed his attention for its diversified portfolio of investments that could fund…

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The Pearson share price is down in 2023. Time to buy?

The Pearson share price has been up and down quite a bit. But the latest H1 results make me think…

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What on earth’s going on with the RC365 share price?

Ben McPoland explains some of the recent movements in the RC365 share price and flags up the perils of hyped-up…

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3 reasons I’d consider buying Spectris shares

Christopher Ruane sees a number of attractions to buying Spectris shares. So why isn't he planning to add them to…

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Are Aviva shares a screaming buy?

Aviva (LON:AV) shares offer one of the highest dividend yields in the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX). Does a very low valuation…

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Down 45% in months, are AFC Energy shares now a bargain?

Christopher Ruane sees long-term potential for AFC Energy shares. But does that mean he's ready to add them to his…

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I’ll stop staring at dirt cheap BT shares and buy this world-class income stock instead

I've been transfixed by BT shares that look so cheap after falling for years, while its 6% yield is tempting.…

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