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3 UK shares to buy today

| Rupert Hargreaves

These could be some of the best UK shares to buy today to capitalise on the economic recovery over the…

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Shopify shares slide 18%. With e-commerce on the rise, is this US stock a buy?

| Kirsteen Mackay

As the Shopify share price slides, investors are getting nervous. This US tech stock has investment risks attached to its…

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Budget: Universal Credit £20 uplift to continue for another 6 months

| Sean LaPointe

The weekly £20 Universal Credit uplift has been extended by the government for another six months. We explain what this…

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2 UK shares to buy with £2k today

| Rupert Hargreaves

Here are two UK shares I'd buy with £2,000, based on their recovery potential over the next few months and…

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The Cineworld share price is up 250% in four months! But I’m not buying

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Cinemas may soon be reopening, and the Cineworld share price is exploding. But Zaven Boyrazian explains why he isn’t buying…

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UK State Pension: what is the ‘triple lock’?

| Sean LaPointe

The 'triple lock' ensures that the UK state pension increases every year by at least 2.5%. Here is a quick…

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2 UK growth stocks to buy in March

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Many UK growth stocks have seen their share prices fall recently. Edward Sheldon believes this pullback is a buying opportunity.

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Two FTSE 100 dividend stocks I’d buy in March

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon highlights two FTSE 100 dividend stocks, yielding 3.8% and 4.9%, that he believes are attractively priced right now.

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Stock market rally: is the bubble set to burst?

| Peter Stephens

Is now the right time to sell shares that have experienced a rally in recent months, with the aim of…

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I think this UK small-cap stock is just getting started

| Nadia Yaqub

This UK small-cap stock has caught my eye. The shares have been rising but I think there’s further potential. Here’s…

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Thinking like Warren Buffett: why I’d buy UK shares for the new bull market

| Royston Wild

The economic outlook remains fraught with perils as Covid-19 drags on. But I intend to keep buying UK shares for…

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How I’d aim to generate a growing passive income from dividend shares

| Peter Stephens

Buying dividend shares that have low payout ratios and impressive earnings forecasts could lead to a growing passive income, in…

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I’d listen to Warren Buffett’s advice to buy undervalued shares today

| Peter Stephens

Warren Buffett’s focus on buying undervalued shares could prove to be a successful long-term strategy – especially in today’s stock…

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Should I buy Boohoo shares in my portfolio?

| Nadia Yaqub

Boohoo shares are in the limelight again. But not for the right reasons. Should I buy the stock now?

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FTSE 100 watch: 2 UK shares I’d buy before the ISA deadline

| Royston Wild

I think these UK shares are top buys as the ISA deadline approaches. Here's why I'd buy them for my…

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Budget: all the information on SEISS grants 4 and 5

| Jennifer Laird

What's the deal with SEISS grants 4 and 5? Here's everything we know from the UK chancellor's Budget announcement.

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Furlough: Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme extended to September

| Jennifer Laird

As the chancellor confirms the UK furlough scheme will be extended until September 2021, we explain what this means for…

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FTSE 100: these 5 shares are falling fast. Which would I buy today?

| Cliff D'Arcy

Although the FTSE 100 is up in 2021, these five shares have tumbled hard over the past month. Which two…

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Investing in renewables: 5 UK shares I expect to rally in 2021

| Manika Premsingh

Investing in renewables just got a boost as the UK budget underlined its green focus. Here are five UK shares…

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How I’d invest £1,000 in UK shares right now

| Christopher Ruane

I've been thinking about how I'd invest £1,000 in UK shares right now. Here are my thoughts.

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5 UK shares I’d buy after Budget 2021

| Manika Premsingh

The UK budget has boosted these shares’ prices as they see better prospects ahead. The rally could continue.

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2 shares to buy today for my Stocks and Shares ISA

| Conor Coyle

Two of my top shares to buy today from the FTSE 100 are mining giant Rio Tinto (LSE:RIO) and asset…

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Passive income ideas I’d start using with £10 a day

| Christopher Ruane

Passive income ideas don't need to take a lot of money to start - here are some I'd use with…

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The Cellular Goods share price slips. Is this Beckham-backed cannabis stock a buy?

| Kirsteen Mackay

Cannabis stock Cellular Goods (LSE:CBX) launched via IPO last week but its shares have pulled back. Is this CBD health…

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The Aston Martin share price: will it be a 2021 winner?

| Alan Oscroft

The AML share price crashed heavily in the months following IPO. But with Lawrence Stroll at the helm, it's been…

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The Renishaw share price is rising! Should I buy the shares now?

| Conor Coyle

Renishaw shares shot up 19% on Tuesday after it announced it was putting itself up for sale. Can the FTSE…

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Should couples split bills 50/50?

| Sean LaPointe

Splitting bills 50/50 between couples is a simple and straightforward way of sharing expenses. But is really the best way,…

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Why the Yu Group share price soared over 10% today

| Alan Oscroft

The Yu Group share price has more than trebled so far in 2021. A strong trading update is behind the…

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Here’s a FTSE 100 high-yielding stock I’d buy right now

| Kevin Godbold

One of the main features of owning this FTSE 100 high-yielding stock has been abundant shareholder cash returns, and they…

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2 UK growth stocks that would have doubled my money if I’d invested 2 years ago

| Jon Smith

Both the London Stock Exchange Group and Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust are top UK growth stocks that Jonathan Smith would…

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This UK share has doubled in a month. Here’s what I’m doing now

| Roland Head

Roland Head reckons this UK share is a potential turnaround buy. The stock has been rising fast in recent weeks…

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The risks and rewards for today’s retail trader

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

If you're a retail trader, you now have better access than ever to investments. But it’s important to understand the…

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FTSE 100: why I’d forget the Lloyds and Cineworld share prices and buy these UK shares

| Royston Wild

I believe that the Lloyds and Cineworld share prices might eventually come crashing down to earth. I'd rather buy these…

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FTSE 100: a cheap UK share I’d buy in my ISA in March

| Royston Wild

The Covid-19 crisis means buying UK shares can be riskier than normal. But here's a FTSE 100 stock I think…

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3 reasons why I’d buy UK income stocks now

| Jon Smith

Due to low cash rates, and the resumption of key industries paying out dividends, Jonathan Smith thinks it's a great…

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Do first-time buyers pay stamp duty?

| Sean LaPointe

Stamp duty rules can be a little confusing for first-time buyers. Here's a useful guide to help you make sense…

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The easyJet share price is taking off. Is now the time to buy?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Holiday bookings have surged by 630%, and with it, the easyJet share price. Zaven Boyrazian takes a closer look at…

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What does it mean when the economy shrinks?

| Stephanie Sparrow

Have you ever wondered what it means when the economic shrinks? Here’s what you need to know.

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Should I buy Tesla shares or the Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Tesla shares look attractive but the Scottish Mortage Investment trust offers a more diversified way to invest in technology.

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The Rolls-Royce share price is rising. Should I buy now?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Rolls-Royce shares are popular with UK investors at the moment. Edward Sheldon looks at whether he should buy the stock…

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