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What will the FTSE 100 do in 2021?

| James J. McCombie

2020 has been a rough year for the FTSE 100, but I think the index will be heading higher in…

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Post-Brexit investing: 4 FTSE 100 shares I’d buy now

| Manika Premsingh

With the Brexit deal done and dusted, there will be FTSE 100 gainers from the new-found stability. Here are four…

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3 sustainable UK shares I’d buy in 2021 and hold for 20 years

| Matthew Dumigan

I’d keep an eye on these 3 UK shares to capitalise on the rapid growth of the green energy industry…

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Want to make a million? I’d listen to Warren Buffett and buy cheap UK shares

| Kirsteen Mackay

Warren Buffett has made his fortune in the stock market. I think there are many cheap UK shares available to…

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Why I think the ITV share price could double in 2021

| Roland Head

The ITV share price has doubled since the stock market crashed in March. Roland Head explains why he thinks this…

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The Persimmon share price has outperformed the FTSE 100 in 2020

| Alan Oscroft

Taylor Wimpey shares are just behind the FTSE 100 in 2020, but the Persimmon share price is well ahead. I'd…

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Passive income: should I buy Rolls-Royce shares in 2021?

| Kirsteen Mackay

Many people dream of generating a passive income, and stock market investing can be a great way to start. But…

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10 FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy in 2021 for BIG gains

| Manika Premsingh

The FTSE 100 rally will benefit some stocks disproportionately. Here are 10 of them that could result in big capital…

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Is Nespresso worth the money?

| Diana Bocco

A pod machine like Nespresso might seem like an expensive investment. We take a look at whether it's worth the…

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The Unilever share price has outperformed the FTSE 100 in 2020. I’d buy

| Alan Oscroft

The Unilever share price has beaten the FTSE 100 over 10 years, over 20 years, and longer. Here's why I…

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These were two of my best shares to buy in 2020. Which would I grab for 2021?

| Cliff D'Arcy

For investors, 2020 turned out to be a turbulent and volatile year. But bargain buys were everywhere. These were two…

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Will the AstraZeneca share price be the largest FTSE 100 riser in 2021?

| Stuart Blair

The AstraZeneca share price has performed well under Pascal Soriot. After its acquisition of Alexion, will it rise further in…

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5 of my best shares to buy right now

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

2020 is coming to a close, and with it, many investment opportunities. Zaven Boyrazian reveals his best UK shares to…

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10 tips to prevent pet damage at home (and the insurance you may need anyway!)

| Diana Bocco

Pet damage insurance can help replace expensive items your pet damages at home. But you can also reduce the risk…

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The BAE share price has outperformed the FTSE 100 in 2020

| Alan Oscroft

The BAE share price has held steadily ahead of the FTSE 100 in 2020, but only just. Here's why I…

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FTSE 100 to end 2021 at 7,200 points? Why I think UK shares could be too cheap to miss!

| Royston Wild

Is the FTSE 100 about to balloon in value? Royston Wild explains why now's a great time for UK share…

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FTSE 100 shares: this is one of my top ‘buy’ ideas for 2021

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon believes the FTSE 100 is a stock picker's index. Here's one of his best 'buy' ideas for 2021.

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I’d invest £25 a week in cheap shares for a passive income in retirement

| Peter Stephens

Investing small amounts regularly in cheap shares could lead to a surprisingly large passive income in retirement, in my opinion.

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3 great ways I think UK share investors can make huge ISA profits in 2021!

| Royston Wild

Forget about the murky economic outlook! I reckon these UK shares could make Stocks and Shares ISA investors like me…

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Here’s how I’d invest £20k in the best shares now to make a passive income

| Peter Stephens

Buying the best shares now could produce a relatively reliable passive income that grows at a fast pace over the…

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What tech to buy in January for the best deals (and what to avoid!)

| Kate Anderson

Already looking ahead to the January sales? With a little help from Carphone Warehouse, we break down what tech to…

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How my top shares for 2020 performed

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Every month, Motley Fool writers provide their best stock ideas for the month ahead. Here’s how Ed Sheldon's top UK…

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3 FTSE 100 stocks I sold in 2020

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon bought and sold quite a few stocks for his investment portfolio in 2020. Here are three FTSE 100…

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Top stocks for 2021! 2 UK shares I think could help me become an ISA millionaire

| Royston Wild

Are you looking to make a million with UK shares? I am. Here are two top stocks I think could…

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5 New Year’s resolutions to help manage money stress

| Diana Bocco

Making good financial New Year's resolutions can help you lower your money stress and save money. They can also put…

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8% dividend yield! 1 UK share I’d buy in my ISA for 2021 and hold for 10 years

| Royston Wild

I reckon this UK share (plus another UK blue-chip and a New York-quoted powerhouse) could make investors much richer during…

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How I’d find must-own cheap shares in the new bull market

| Peter Stephens

Buying cheap shares for the new bull market could be a profitable move, in my view. Here’s how I’d go…

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How I’d invest £250 a month to make a £20,000 passive income from dividend shares

| Peter Stephens

Investing money in dividend shares on a regular basis could lead to a passive income that improves an investor’s long-term…

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A FTSE 100 growth stock I’d buy in 2021

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The battle against Covid-19 continues. Zaven Boyrazian analyses a FTSE 100 growth stock perfectly positioned to help control or even…

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Forget the Barclays share price! I’d buy other cheap UK shares for my Stocks and Shares ISA

| Royston Wild

The Barclays share price looks mighty cheap right now. But it is worth the risks? Royston Wild explains why he'd…

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Investing: these were my top-performing shares in 2020

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

While the FTSE 100 index is down for 2020, Edward Sheldon's stock portfolio is up. Here's a look at his…

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Forget the Lloyds share price! I’d buy other UK shares in my ISA to get rich and retire early

| Royston Wild

The Lloyds share price may be cheap. But it's a low-cost FTSE 100 share for good reason. Here's why I'd…

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Here are my top 5 stocks heading into 2021

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The end of the year is a good time to review investment portfolios. Here, Edward Sheldon reveals his five largest…

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Will the Barclays share price return to 230p in 2021?

| Roland Head

Barclays' share price has lagged the FTSE 100 in 2020. Roland Head asks if shareholders can expect a stronger performance…

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Passive income: how I’m investing in 2021 and beyond to help fund my retirement

| James J. McCombie

Building a passive income stream does take time and effort. The payoff -- getting income without lifting a finger --…

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What is a cheap share? Here’s the way I reckon Warren Buffett decides

| Kevin Godbold

The lowest share prices may not represent the greatest bargains, and here’s how I reckon Warren Buffett decides what make…

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Here’s why I think Petrofac shares could be worth buying in 2021

| Tom Chen

As the oil industry is expected to partly recover in 2021, I think Petrofac shares could be worth buying right…

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2 UK shares I’d buy for 2021 in my Stocks and Shares ISA to treble my money!

| Royston Wild

The FTSE 250 trebled in value in the decade following the 2008 banking crisis. I reckon these top UK shares…

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Passive income ideas I’d use with £5 per day to achieve financial freedom

| Peter Stephens

Achieving financial freedom via a passive income may be a more achievable goal than many investors realise, in my opinion.

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2 of my favourite UK shares to buy for 2021. Could they TREBLE in value during the new bull market?

| Royston Wild

I think these two UK shares could make Stocks and Shares ISA investors wealthier in the 2020s. I actually own…

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