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FTSE 100 watch: should I buy this UK share for my Stocks and Shares ISA today?

| Royston Wild

This FTSE 100 is expected to enjoy solid profits growth over the next couple of years. But should I buy…

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No savings at 40? Here’s how I’d start building wealth for my retirement

| Harvey Jones

I set out how I would tackle the problem of having no savings at 40. There's still plenty of time…

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2 of my favourite UK shares to buy in an ISA after the 2020 stock market crash

| Royston Wild

I have high hopes for my portfolio during the 2020s. Here are two top UK shares I think could boost…

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Should I buy or avoid IAG shares?

| Rupert Hargreaves

IAG shares look cheap after their recent declines, but the company is facing an uncertain future says Rupert Hargreaves.

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How I’d invest £20k in a Stocks and Shares ISA today to capitalise on a stock market rally

| Peter Stephens

I think Investing money in a Stocks and Shares ISA could be a means of generating impressive returns in a…

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FCA warns traders to avoid potential market abuse

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

The FCA has released a warning to traders to avoid potential market abuse. We take a look at what has…

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The price of this UK tech share is up over 80% in just the last month. Would I buy?

| Andy Ross

This UK tech share, which provides artificial intelligence diagnostics, has leapt recently in price and there could be potentially a…

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BP shares: here’s what I’m doing

| Rupert Hargreaves

BP shares face some significant challenges, but there are also opportunities on the horizon that the company could take advantage…

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2 FTSE 100 shares I think Warren Buffett would buy

| Rupert Hargreaves

Warren Buffett has been previously associated with these FTSE 100 shares, which suggests he could revisit the ideas says Rupert…

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Stock market rally: is it over? (And how I’d invest next)

| Manika Premsingh

The stock market rally appears to have stalled in the past couple of weeks. So is the party over? 

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3 simple ways I’m boosting my stock market returns in 2021 and beyond

| Paul Summers

Picking great companies is one way of generating solid stock market returns, but Paul Summers thinks avoiding unnecessary costs is…

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UK shares: 10 big risks I see for 2021 and what I’d buy next

| Manika Premsingh

Manika Premsingh sees many risks to investing in UK shares right now. But she also thinks good investments can still…

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What I’ll do as fears of a stock market crash increase

| Andy Ross

The market may be flashing warning lights about a stock market crash but Andy Ross plans to not overreact and…

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5 FTSE 100 shares with yields of 5% or more I’m considering now

| Kevin Godbold

Sometimes, big Footsie companies appear to be more stable with well-established businesses. So, should I buy shares in the following…

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FTSE 100 watch: why I’m not bowled over by the cheap Tesco share price!

| Royston Wild

Sure, the Tesco share price looks pretty cheap on paper. But here is why I won't be buyin the FTSE…

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2 of the best UK shares I’d buy for the 2021 stock market rally

| Matthew Dumigan

Here are two shares that I think could fare particularly well if the stock market rallies in 2021.

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Is the Barclays share price too cheap after recent falls?

| Rupert Hargreaves

The Barclays share price has fallen in value over the past 12 months, but it is beginning to look cheap…

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Is Tate & Lyle a good investment? I weigh up this FTSE 250 UK stock

| Kirsteen Mackay

The Tate & Lyle share price is rising on positive Q3 results. This FTSE 250 stock has had a volatile…

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Why I think today’s cheap dividend stocks can double in the next 10 years

| Peter Stephens

Buying today’s cheap dividend stocks could lead to impressive returns due to their low valuations and increasing popularity.

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FTSE 100 stocks: 3 top UK shares I’d buy for my Stocks and Shares ISA in February!

| Royston Wild

The FTSE 100 is falling again as Covid-19 concerns resurface. Royston Wild wonders if these UK blue chip shares are…

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Personal Finance

How to navigate the confusing new VAT rules post Brexit

| Kate Anderson

Feeling confused about the new VAT rules post Brexit? We break down the basics and point you towards the most…

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Could the share prices of airlines like easyJet be set to soar?

| James J. McCombie

Summer holiday bookings are rising, people seem eager to travel when allowed, so airlines stocks might be ready for take-off.…

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Why I’d buy these 2 FTSE 100 stocks after their big events

| Jay Yao

With the month almost ending, Jay Yao writes why he would buy these 2 FTSE 100 stocks after big events…

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2 FTSE 250 stocks that I think could soar like the GameStop share price in 2021

| Jon Smith

After the roller coaster surrounding the GameStop share price this week, Jonathan Smith looks for some UK stocks that he…

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Pub stock Marston’s is up 15% today. Am I buying it now?

| Manika Premsingh

Pub stock Marston’s is on a roll today after receiving an offer for buy out. Would I buy the share…

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Here’s why I’m avoiding the easyJet share price in 2021

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan explains why he is avoiding the EasyJet share price for 2021 and beyond after the beleaguered budget airline…

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What I look for in a good dividend share

| Karl Loomes

Though an individual's needs may vary, Karl Loomes has some solid guidelines when looking for a good dividend share.

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Why did Interactive Brokers restrict trading in GameStop and other companies?

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

Restrictions have been placed on trading GameStop shares along with shares in some other companies. We take a look at…

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How I’d earn passive income for the price of a takeaway dinner each week

| Christopher Ruane

A passive income doesn't have to be difficult to earn. Here's how I would swap a weekly takeaway dinner habit…

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Why I remain wary of US tech stocks (even after recent updates)

| Andy Ross

US tech stocks soared in 2020, and updates this week from Microsoft and others show they’re still reaping benefits. Andy…

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Lookers share price: why it’s up over 90% and what I’d do now

| Manika Premsingh

The Lookers share price showed a sharp increase following its results update. Is there enough in the update to warrant…

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I was spot on about this UK growth stock. Here’s what I’d do now

| Paul Summers

Paul Summers picked this growth stock out as a possible winner last year and so has proved to be the…

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How I’d identify the best shares to buy now for the next decade

| Peter Stephens

Here’s how I’d unearth the best shares to buy for the long term during what is an uncertain period for…

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Why I’m avoiding the Reddit trader frenzy and buying this top UK stock instead

| Harvey Jones

The Reddit trader army is capturing headlines but won't affect my strategy of investing in top UK dividend stocks like…

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Personal Finance

What is a short squeeze?

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

You may be wondering what a short squeeze is. We explain everything you need to know about this interesting market…

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My best shares to buy list: 3 to consider

| Royston Roche

The UK vaccine rollout has increased optimism among investors. Royston Roche analyses the 3 best shares to buy which that…

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2 ‘battery’ stocks I like more than Tesla

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The move to green energy creates a huge demand for energy storage solutions. Zaven Boyrazian looks at two stocks, he…

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The Bloomsbury share price soars to 15-year highs! Here’s why I’d buy this UK share today

| Royston Wild

The Bloomsbury share price has rocketed to its highest since 2008 on upbeat trading details. Here's why I'd buy this…

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FTSE 100 falls! Has a 2021 stock market correction begun?

| Kirsteen Mackay

As the FTSE 100 is falling, has a stock market correction begun. Repercussions from the Gamestop rally are in full…

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Should I buy top FTSE 100 stocks today or wait for the next stock market crash?

| Harvey Jones

I think a stock market crash is a great time to go shopping for shares, but I'm not going to…

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