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Why I’d ignore the Lloyds share price and buy this UK share from the FTSE 100

| Royston Wild

The Lloyds share price might look cheap right now. But it's not a UK share I'll buy for my ISA…

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Why I’d listen to Warren Buffett and prepare for a 2021 market crash

| Peter Stephens

I think following Warren Buffett’s strategy in preparing for unpredictable market events could be a sound long-term move.

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Stock market rally: I’d buy these FTSE 250 stocks

| Rupert Hargreaves

These FTSE 250 companies could prove to be a great way to invest in the stock market rally and achieve…

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Preference shares vs ordinary shares: what’s the difference?

| Kate Anderson

Confused about the difference between preference shares and ordinary shares? Don't be. We're here to answer your questions about preference…

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5 of the best growth shares to buy for 2021

| Rupert Hargreaves

With the outlook for the economy improving and a reopening plan in place, these could be some of the best…

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The FTSE 100 index: the best shares to buy now

| Rupert Hargreaves

These could be some of the best shares to buy now in the FTSE 100 index based on their growth…

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2 UK shares I’d buy in my ISA in March to help me retire comfortably

| Royston Wild

I think these top UK shares might be about to soar in value. Here's why I'd buy them in my…

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How to close a joint bank account

| Kate Anderson

Do you need to know how to close a joint bank account? We take you through what you need to…

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Why I think NOW might be a great time to buy the best UK shares

| Paul Summers

Markets have finally tumbled. Short-term shock or not, Paul Summers is looking to buy the best UK shares he can…

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Should I buy Lloyds Bank stock for my ISA or other cheap UK shares?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Shares in Lloyds Bank appear attractive as a recovery investment, but there could be other UK shares that offer better…

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5 UK dividend stocks with yields of 7% I’d buy

| Rupert Hargreaves

These UK dividend stocks all have attractive yields in excess of 7%, which makes them incredibly appealing in the current…

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2 of the best shares to buy now

| Rupert Hargreaves

These could be some of the best shares to buy now as the UK economy is allowed to open after…

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The Centrica share price: what I’m doing now

| Roland Head

Centrica's share price has fallen by 30% over the last year. Roland Head asks if he should continue holding the…

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2 of the best UK stocks to buy in March

| Royston Wild

These UK stocks are all set to update the market. Here's why I'd buy them for my Stocks and Shares…

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5 UK shares I’d buy with £5k today

| Rupert Hargreaves

Here are five UK shares with blue-chip credentials I'd buy with £5k, to help me invest in the UK's economic…

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No savings at 40? 3 myths that hold investors back

| Paul Summers

Investing offers the chance to increase one's wealth. So, why are people so put off by the stock market?

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FTSE 100 stocks: 3 to watch out for in March

| Paul Summers

These FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) stocks all report to the market in March. How might investors react?

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How I’d earn passive income for the price of a bus ticket each day

| Christopher Ruane

My passive income list includes some ideas which work for just the cost of a bus ticket each day. This…

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How to prepare for divorce

| Kate Anderson

If you are going through a divorce, it's important to know how to prepare. We break down the steps to…

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The DS Smith share price is rising! Here’s what I’d do now

| Conor Coyle

The DS Smith (LSE:SMDS) share price was boosted by news of a potential merger with another FTSE 100 company on…

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The Avon Rubber share price has fallen 40% in 3 months. Should I buy now?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Avon Rubber share price continues to fall, but is this an opportunity to buy the stock while it’s cheap?…

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Passive income ideas I’d use for the price of car insurance premiums

| Christopher Ruane

Here are some passive income ideas which cost the same as insuring the car each month.

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What might this director sale mean for the Judges Scientific share price?

| Christopher Ruane

The Judges Scientific share price has reached new highs in 2021. How could a recent director share sale affect it?…

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2 cheap UK stocks to buy now

| James J. McCombie

Both GlaxoSmithKline and Aviva are trading at low earnings multiples and have attractive dividend yields. But, as with all things…

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What is a conservatorship?

| Jennifer Laird

With so much talk around conservatorship lately, here's everything you need to know about how it works, and the pros…

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Will the Rolls-Royce share price reach 150p?

| Christopher Ruane

Ongoing turbulence has caused the Rolls-Royce share price to lose altitude. Christopher Ruane looks at whether it could climb to…

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Should I save or invest?

| Diana Bocco

Should you save or invest? Both saving and investing have their own place in a well-planned financial strategy. We take…

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2 of the best UK shares to buy in early March

| Royston Wild

These two UK shares are poised to update investors in March. Here's why I'd add them to my Stocks and…

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UK investing: stocks to buy today with £5k

| Rupert Hargreaves

These UK investing champions could be some of the best stocks to buy today for the long haul with a…

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Why I’d grab today’s cheap shares before it’s too late!

| Peter Stephens

Today’s cheap shares could experience a long-term recovery. I’d buy them now before their valuations potentially rise.

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Why I’d follow Warren Buffett and hold some cash after the 2020 stock market crash

| Peter Stephens

Using Warren Buffett’s strategy of holding some cash could be a means of capitalising on a stock market crash, in…

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A share I’d pick after reading Warren Buffett letters

| Christopher Ruane

The Warren Buffett letters offer a lot of investing advice. I've used that advice to assess this UK share.

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I’d buy these FTSE 100 stocks to beat inflation

| Rupert Hargreaves

These four FTSE 100 shares all have qualities that could help them outperform in a period of high inflation if…

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UK shares: 1 FTSE 250 stock to watch in 2021

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

UK shares opportunity: the number of job vacancies has surged nearly 70% in 6 months. Zaven Boyrazian analyses a FTSE…

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The Tullow Oil share price vs the PMO share price: which stock should I buy?

| Rupert Hargreaves

The Tullow Oil share price and PMO share price both have their attractive qualities, but one is a better buy…

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Should I buy Tesco shares for my portfolio today?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Tesco shares could be a defensive investment for any portfolio, even when considering the challenges the business faces going forward.

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FTSE 100 stocks: is Admiral Group a dividend stock I’d buy?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

In 2020 the number of cars on the road fell to an all-time low. Can FTSE 100 dividend stock Admiral…

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Worried about inflation? I’d buy these 3 FTSE 250 stocks today

| Rupert Hargreaves

As the prospect of inflation increases, these three FTSE 250 stocks could provide some protection against future uncertainty.

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Why I’m investing in FTSE 250 stocks in 2021

| Manika Premsingh

The FTSE 250 index has shown a relatively good performance in February. But Manika Premsingh thinks that the best is…

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8% yields: 2 dividend shares I’ve bought for my ISA

| Roland Head

Roland Head looks at two high-yield dividend shares he owns and explains why he's been buying more, despite an uncertain…

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