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Why a Cash ISA could be your biggest retirement savings mistake

The stock market crash may have put off investors and turned them towards Cash ISAs. I think this is a…

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Why I think this FTSE 250 stock presents a buying opportunity

Jabran Khan explains why he thinks this IT firm could be a good investment.

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As the stock market crash continues, I’d buy these 2 FTSE 100 stocks in an ISA right now

These two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) shares could offer long-term growth prospects, in Peter Stephens' opinion.

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Dividend cuts: these 3 FTSE companies just cancelled their payouts

Investing for dividends is difficult in this market. These FTSE companies just announced dividend cuts.

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School closed because of coronavirus? 6 activities that won’t cost you a thing

Six free activities you can do at home to entertain the kids.

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Here’s what I’d do if the FTSE 100 closed tomorrow

Speculation that the FTSE 100 might close amid the coronavirus crisis made me wonder what I'd do if it did.…

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During a stock market crash, should I invest for long-term income or growth?

Is the protection of receiving income better than the potential growth upside for a stock? Jonathan Smith looks at both…

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Think like Warren Buffett! Why I say investors needn’t worry about this stock market crash

Worried about ongoing stock market volatility? These words from the Sage of Omaha should help soothe your nerves.

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I’d buy these FTSE 100 bargains in a Stocks and Shares ISA!

A Stocks and Shares ISA allowance protects your wealth from taxation and can encourage financial growth through careful stock picking.

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How I’m investing in the UK lockdown: I’m waiting, and not selling

A UK lockdown is now in force. Recession is coming. I say don't sell, track FTSE 100 companies that are…

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Could I retire early with a FTSE 100 portfolio led by female CEOs?

There are only five FTSE 100 companies run by female CEOs. Here's why I think they could make a great…

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£5k to invest? 2 shares I’d buy for an ISA that have fallen 50%

Roland Head explains why he'd buy shares in this FTSE 100 firm, which has a market-leading brand and a strong…

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Why I think this FTSE 250 share looks well-placed to survive and thrive after the crisis

With the historical dividend yield now sitting just above 3.5%, this one is on my ‘recovery’ watch list.  

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Coronavirus (Covid-19): These 4 charts show how important social distancing is

Stay safe, stay home, and wash those hands!

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The FTSE 100 crash has cheapened this great growth stock I’d buy for my ISA

This medical technology giant could be a good growth pick.

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The stock market crash: should you invest now?

The bottom of a stock market crash is the best time to invest, writes Thomas Carr.

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The easyJet share price fell another 13% yesterday. Should I buy?

Could a government rescue plan be the key to a turnaround in the easyJet share price? Jonathan Smith thinks so.

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Don’t waste the stock market crash! I’d invest £5k in FTSE 100 shares in an ISA today

The FTSE 100’s (INDEXFTSE:UKX) low valuation could be a buying opportunity, in my opinion.

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This FTSE stock might just take off again once the market crash is over

The coronavirus outbreak has crashed stock markets and hit airline stocks particularly hard, but one looks better positioned to fly…

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Buying FTSE 100 shares with this 8% yield is ‘practically stealing’ and I’m in

This 8% yield FTSE 100 share just made one best-buy list along with Amazon. I'd say its a steal when…

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The Lloyds Bank share price has crashed! Here’s what I’d do now

Lloyds Bank is a cheap FTSE 100 stock and it also has a high dividend yield. Is it as good…

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How I’d choose shares to buy in the 2020 market crash

It's all very well saying we should be buying FTSE 100 shares during the 2020 market crash, but choosing the…

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Is Barclays a buy for my ISA after the 50% plunge?

Barclays’ shares suffered from external shocks. Are they worth stockpiling? Anna Sokolidou tries to find out.

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Worried about dividend cuts? This 7% FTSE 100 yield should still pay BIG dividends in 2020

Don't panic over dividend cuts. With shares like this, income investors should continue to enjoy bumper payouts, says Royston Wild.

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2 defensive stocks that I’d buy to protect myself during the 2020 stock market crash

Both British American Tobacco and Tesco are shares which Jonathan Smith thinks are good defensive buys in the current stock…

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Why I’m buying shares for my ISA in this market crash

Buying shares today for your Stocks and Shares ISA could help you beat the market over the coming decade, says…

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These 2 FTSE 100 stocks have fallen 40%+ in 2020. Here’s why I’d buy them in an ISA today

These two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) shares could offer recovery prospects in my view.

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Here’s how I’d start investing in the FTSE 100 today

These could be the best times for buying FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) shares in a generation, but it's important not…

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Thinking of investing in buy-to-let? I don’t think you can ignore this news

Royston Wild gives the lowdown on the latest news affecting buy-to-let investors.

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Why dividends are a powerful force in a bear market

In a bear market, the benefits of dividends are magnified, explains Edward Sheldon.

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Why I’d buy the Fevertree share price and this FTSE 250 stock right now

G A Chester sees long-term investment appeal in the Fevertree share price (down 75% from its high), and this FTSE…

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Is now a good time to buy stocks?

With share prices down sharply over the last month, many investors are wondering whether now is a good time to…

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My simple checklist for investing during the 2020 market crash

Willing to invest for the long term? Here are one Fool's rules for working out what to buy.

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Why the coronavirus bear market will get even worse before it gets better

But -- most importantly -- it will get better.

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This market crash could be the opportunity of the decade. Here’s how to avoid missing out

As long as you have a long-term perspective, there might not be a better time to begin investing.

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4 reasons why I think we’re near the end of the 2020 stock market crash

From both a technical and a fundamental perspective, Jonathan Smith shows why he thinks the FTSE 100 index is nearing…

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Two FTSE 250 dividend shares I’d buy in this stock market crash

These FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) dividend stocks are now attractively valued, says Edward Sheldon.

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How do I build equity in my home?

Are you a homeowner wondering how to build your home equity faster? Here are a few useful tips.

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Here are the FTSE stocks I bought last week

While other investors have been panicking, Edward Sheldon has been buying these FTSE stocks.

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I’d buy this high-quality FTSE 100 stock paying a big dividend

Chunky and growing dividends from this FTSE 100 stock could power your portfolio compounding machine.

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