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The Shell share price is dragging the FTSE 100 down. Should you buy?

Roland Head reviews today's profit drop and gives his verdict on FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) giant Royal Dutch Shell plc…

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Is my credit card hurting my credit score?

You may think your credit card is helping you build your credit score when it might just be doing the…

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Britain’s Warren Buffett owns this high-flying FTSE 100 stock. But is it worth buying now?

FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) stock London Stock Exchange plc (LON: LSE) has just exploded higher on the back of a…

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Is it time to buy the Kier share price after today’s positive update?

Kier Group plc (LON: KIE) is moving in the right direction, but investors might want to watch any progress from…

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Pearson shares dip: why a company data breach is never good for its share price

Another data breach affecting the FTSE 100 is never good news as Pearson plc (LON: PSON) is discovering.

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£5,000 to invest? I would buy and hold these FTSE 100 dividend leaders forever

These two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) stocks are well positioned to grow for the next few decades.

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Are FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 stocks bargains or value traps?

Do FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) and FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX) shares provide impressive long-term investment outlooks?

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Want to build a £1m ISA and retire early? I’d invest in FTSE 100 growth stocks today

I think the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) offers strong growth prospects that may help you to make a million.

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Top shares for August 2019

We asked our freelance writers to share their top stock picks for the month.

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What I’d do about the Vodafone share price right now

Conor Coyle shares his thoughts on whether the time is right to buy Vodafone Group plc (LON:VOD) shares

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2 FTSE 100 stocks with 5% dividends I’d buy for my ISA today

I'm looking to load my investments with big dividend payers, and these FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) stocks fit the bill…

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Is now the time to invest in Sainsbury’s shares?

Down by more than a third in the last 12 months, is now the time to buy J Sainsbury plc…

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With its half-year results out today, here is why I back BAE Systems

Strong numbers for the first half of the year make me more even bullish on the BAE Systems plc (LON:…

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Here’s why this FTSE 250 income stock is on my retirement buy list

I'm looking for dividend stocks to buy for my pension in August, and this FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) winner could…

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Here’s why I’d buy into the Taylor Wimpey share price today

Despite 2019's gains, the Taylor Wimpey plc (LON: TW) share price still looks very attractive to me.

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Should I buy the Lloyds share price after its 5% drop on today’s results?

G A Chester discusses the latest results from Lloyds Banking Group plc (LON:LLOY), and the near- and longer-term outlook for…

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The Next share price is up 10% today! I’d buy it in a shot

Harvey Jones says fashion retailer Next plc (LON: NXT) has shown it can survive both Brexit and the internet.

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Are changes at the top enough to offset poor numbers at Centrica?

After slashing its dividend, I think it will take more than a resignation to help the Centrica plc (LON: CNA)…

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I think these 2 FTSE 250 dividend stocks could help you make a million

If you're looking for life-changing investments, these FTSE 250 (LON:FTSEINDEX:MCX) companies could help you make a million, says Rupert Hargreaves.

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The Just Eat share price is flying but I think you need nerves of steel to buy it

Harvey Jones says FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) growth stock Just Eat plc (LSE: JE) may struggle to justify its sky-high valuation.

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With Greggs on a roll, is this FTSE 250 dividend stock too hot to ignore?

Greggs plc (LON:GRG) has the business to outdo the failing British high street, making it a key buy for value…

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I’m avoiding this car stock after a half-year loss

Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings plc (LON:AML) stock looks too dangerous to touch after a rough first-half earnings report.

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How to budget for childcare costs

End of maternity leave looming? Here are some top tips on how to prepare yourself for childcare costs

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Is the BP share price rise temporary?

BP plc (LON:BP) shares are rising on positive interim results, I wonder if this will continue.

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These under-the-radar stocks popped in July. I think there could be more to come

Looking for stocks showing positive momentum? These two had a great last month, reveals Paul Summers.

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Is Sports Direct likely to fall further or could it bounce back?

Following a whole cocktail of bad news, what could happen next at Sports Direct International plc (LON: SPD)? And is…

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I believe this FTSE 100 share can hold investors in good stead

Manika Premsingh believes shares of the water and sewerage utility company Severn Trent plc (LON: SVT) are a good investing…

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Is the ASOS share price cheap enough to buy yet?

With its third profit warning hitting the stock again, are ASOS plc (LON: ASC) shares a bargain?

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Why I think this visionary company could one day make the FTSE 100

I reckon this company looks set to fulfil its growth potential abroad, which could elevate it to the FTSE 100…

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Sainsbury’s vs Tesco: what do I think is the better buy?

Who is doing better in the challenging supermarkets sector, J Sainsbury plc (LON: SBRY) or Tesco plc (LON: TSCO)?

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Why I’ve put this FTSE 250 growth and income stock on my buy list today

Why choose between growth and income when there are FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) stocks that can provide both?

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The number one FTSE 100 share I want in an income portfolio

Royal Dutch Shell plc class B (LON: RDSB) has been the backbone of my income portfolio for years. Here’s why.

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2 FTSE 250 dividend champions I’d buy for my retirement today

These FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) stocks are volatile in the short term, but I've got my long-term eye on them…

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Woodford extends lock-out until December. Here’s what I’d do next

Here’s how I’d aim to avoid suffering from future potential suspensions of investment funds.

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Worried about the State Pension? I’d buy FTSE 100 income stock BP in an ISA today

FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) oil giant BP plc (LON: BP) FTSE 100 is keeping the money flowing despite lower oil prices,…

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What could a Refinitiv deal do for London Stock Exchange shares?

Could a move into market data send the London Stock Exchange Group plc (LON: LSE) share price rocketing?

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2 FTSE 250 turnaround stocks I’d buy right now

G A Chester sees strong turnaround potential in these two FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX) stocks.

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This FTSE 250 growth stock has FALLEN on news of exceptional trading. What’s going on?

Shares in this FTSE 250 (LON:FTSEINDEX:MCX) hot stock fall despite a great set of results. Paul Summers takes a closer…

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Savings are on the rise: so where can you put your money?

Looking to save but don't know where to start? Here's the springboard you need to get you going

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Centrica just slashed its dividend: here’s what I’d do

Poor results. Dividend cut. Boss to step down. It's all happening at British Gas owner Centrica plc (LON:CNA).

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