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I’d avoid the MKS share price and buy these cheap UK stocks instead

| Rupert Hargreaves

The MKS share price could struggle in the years ahead as the retailer's profits fall. I'd buy these other UK…

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UK shares to buy now: 3 dirt-cheap stocks

| Rupert Hargreaves

These three dirt-cheap stocks could be some of the best UK shares to buy now to capitalise on the recovery…

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Should I buy BP shares to profit from the rising oil price?

| Roland Head

The BP share price is rising as the oil market recovers. With a near-5% dividend yield on offer, are the…

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The Tesco share price looks dirt-cheap! Here’s what I’d do now

| Rupert Hargreaves

Despite the risks the company faces going forward, the Tesco share price looks incredibly cheap compared to historical valuations.

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The Diageo share price jumps: I think this is one of the best stocks to buy now

| Rupert Hargreaves

The Diageo share price has fallen recently, but this could be one of the best stocks to buy now based…

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Personal Finance

How much does it cost to adopt a child?

| Sean LaPointe

Wondering how much it could to cost to adopt a child? We take a look at some of the costs…

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Personal Finance

Should I get a credit card? 6 ways to know for sure

| Diana Bocco

Should you get a credit card? For some, they offer lots of benefits. For others, they can spell trouble. We…

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Could the FTSE 100 Index take off in 2021?

| Rupert Hargreaves

The outlook for the FTSE 100 index is improving, which could drive a positive performance for the benchmark in 2021…

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The Lloyds share price keeps falling! Should I buy the stock now?

| Rupert Hargreaves

The Lloyds share price has been a terrible investment to own over the past decade. This could change as the…

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Are UK shares an early Christmas present?

| Malcolm Wheatley

The UK’s recovery from 2020’s lows has been stodgy. Worse, the gap that has opened up since early 2016 is…

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2 of the best stocks to buy now with £1,000

| Rupert Hargreaves

These could be some of the best stocks to buy now based on their growth and income prospects for 2021…

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Time-poor investor? Here’s how I aim for share gains without obsessing

| Kevin Godbold

With some spare time for money management, I'd dive right into investing and apply this process to aim for sustainable…

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FTSE 100: 2 of the best UK shares to buy before the ISA deadline

| Royston Wild

I'm looking for the best stocks to buy before the Stocks and Shares ISA deadline next month. Here are two…

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Are these 2 of the best cheap FTSE 100 shares to buy before the ISA deadline?

| Royston Wild

These two FTSE 100 stocks carry rock-bottom valuation right now. Are they two of the best shares that one can…

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Personal Finance

What does ‘buy cheap, buy twice’ mean?

| Anne East

There are all sorts of sayings about money and buy cheap, buy twice is one of them. Find out what…

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Share price pull-back: an agricultural micro-cap stock to watch

| Kirsteen Mackay

Wynnstay Group (LSE:WYN) has seen its share price rise 41% year-to-date. Now this micro-cap is enduring a pull-back, is it…

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Personal Finance

How achievable is passive income?

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

Earning a passive income is a great financial goal because you can literally make money while you sleep. Here’s how…

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The Restaurant Group share price: is now the time to buy?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Restaurant Group share price is on the rise. Is now the right time to buy the stock? Zaven Boyrazian…

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AstraZeneca share price: back to sub-£70 levels. Should I buy now?

| Manika Premsingh

Do not let the AstraZeneca share price fool you. There is still much merit to the stock. Do the positives…

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The Rolls-Royce share price: is this best investment for 2021 and beyond?

| Rupert Hargreaves

The Rolls-Royce share price could be a good way to play the stock market rally as the economy opens up…

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1 FTSE small-cap biotech stock I’d buy now

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The biotech industry continues to create new high-growth opportunities. Zaven Boyrazian analyses a FTSE small-cap biotech stock that has been…

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Here’s why the Tesco share price dropped 10% in February

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Tesco share price took a sudden downturn in February. Zaven Boyrazian takes a look to see what exactly happened…

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The Royal Mail share price jumps: is it too late to buy the stock?

| Rupert Hargreaves

The Royal Mail share price has jumped by nearly 200% over the past 12 months, and it could continue to…

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Cineworld share price zooms past 100p! Would I buy it now?

| Manika Premsingh

The Cineworld share price has made impressive gains in the past week. But can they be sustained or will it…

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Personal Finance

Can I collect my UK State Pension from abroad?

| Anne East

If you live abroad, you can still claim your State Pension. Find out everything you need to know to claim…

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3 UK shares to buy to generate a passive income

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves highlights three UK shares to buy to generate a passive income over the long term with a stream…

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FTSE 100 bargains: the best stocks to buy right now

| Rupert Hargreaves

These FTSE 100 companies could be some of the best stocks to buy right now based on their long-term recovery…

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Lloyds Bank share price: back to pre-crash levels of 40p. Should I buy it now?

| Manika Premsingh

The Lloyds Bank share price is rising, along with those of other banks. But are there enough positive developments for…

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2 of the best FTSE 100 shares I’d buy now

| Roland Head

Roland Head picks two of his best FTSE 100 shares for income and long-term growth, including one stock offering an…

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My best Stocks and Shares ISA investments for 2021 and beyond

| Rupert Hargreaves

My best Stocks and Shares ISA investments for 2021 and beyond are those companies with the potential to generate strong…

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Stock market crash: I’ll watch these 5 warning signs while buying cheap shares!

| Cliff D'Arcy

While investors worry about a stock market crash, I keep a close eye on these five warning lights. So far,…

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The US economy is on fire. Here are 3 UK shares I’d buy to profit from it

| Manika Premsingh

These US-focused UK shares are poised for growth as the economy bounces back, with or without the fiscal stimulus. (There…

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The IAG share price: should I buy this stock now?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The IAG share price has increased by 50% in one month as lockdown restriction begin to ease! Is it too…

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A UK dividend share I’d buy before the Stocks and Shares ISA deadline

| Royston Wild

This UK share's dividend yields sit above 6% for the next couple of years. Here's why I'd buy it in…

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Personal Finance

How does negative equity affect my financial health?

| Kate Anderson

Have you ever wondered what negative equity is? We break down everything you need to know about negative equity and…

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FTSE 100 today: 2 stocks I’d buy on the latest stock market news

| Conor Coyle

Here's what I think about Taylor Wimpey (LSE:TW) and London Stock Exchange (LSE:LSE) shares after a look at headlines from…

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£1,500 to invest? Here’s how I’d turn it into £10k buying cheap shares!

| Cliff D'Arcy

A long-lost pension turns out to have produced very inferior returns. To increase my returns, I'm going to invest this…

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Personal Finance

Can I buy shares in Deliveroo?

| Sean LaPointe

Deliveroo has announced plans to list on the London Stock Exchange. We take a look at whether you can buy…

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This Covid-related AIM stock is up 700% in 1 year. Should I buy it now?

| Jon Smith

Jonathan Smith reviews Avacta Group, an AIM-listed stock he's thinking of buying that's involved in the development of Covid-19 test…

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Personal Finance

What should I do if I owe council tax?

| Anne East

Local authorities are planning tax increases up to 5%. Here's what you can do if you're worried about what you…

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