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3 UK penny shares with dividends I’d buy

| Christopher Ruane

These three UK penny shares with dividends each yield 4% or more. Our writer explains why he would consider them…

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Personal Finance

0% credit card deals evaporate: how to improve your chances of getting the top deals

| Karl Talbot

0% credit card deals are vanishing. So, if you need a 0% card but have a poor credit score, how…

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After the Royal Mail share price crash, it’s a cheap FTSE 100 stock I’d buy

| Manika Premsingh

The Royal Mail share price has crashed by 30% over the past year, making it a great opportunity for Manika…

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With the Ocado share price down 60% in a year, is it a bargain or a value trap?

| Andrew Mackie

As the switch to online accelerates, Andrew Mackie assesses the prospects for the Ocado share price.

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Personal Finance

Stock market warning: investor behaviour echoing that during the 2008 financial crash

| Karl Talbot

New research reveals investors are mirroring behaviours seen during the 2008 financial crash. So, should we be worried about another…

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What’s next for the Aviva share price?

| Alan Oscroft

The Aviva (LON: AV) share price is back to pre-pandemic levels, as the restructured company returns billions to shareholders.

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Buy the dip! How I’d invest 20k in FTSE 100 growth stocks today

| Paul Summers

The volatility seen in the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) is a great opportunity to load up on quality growth stocks. Here's…

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Personal Finance

Looking for ISA investment ideas? Here are 9 suggestions from a leading ISA provider

| Jo Groves (ACA)

Are you struggling to choose your ISA Investments? Here are three stocks, investment trusts and funds selected by the analysts…

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2 UK shares to buy during this market dip!

| Andrew Woods

Both of these UK shares exhibit consistent revenue and earnings growth, so I think they'll be great additions to my…

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Personal Finance

Stocks and shares ISAs typically outperform cash ISAs: should you open one?

| Karl Talbot

Time is running out to use up your 2021/22 tax-free ISA allowance. So, if you're thinking of opening an ISA,…

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3 UK shares to buy and hold for AT LEAST 10 years!

| Royston Wild

I'm searching for the greatest UK shares to buy today and to hang onto for the long haul. Here are…

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Personal Finance

Heads up! Balance transfer credit card deals sweeten: enjoy up to 33 months of no interest

| Victor Garrett

Balance transfer credit card providers have started introducing sweeter deals to give borrowers a much-needed financial break. Here's how.

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Is a stock market fall good or bad for an ISA?

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane ponders the question of what a stock market fall could mean for his Stocks and Shares ISA.

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As the Ted Baker share price soars on M&A news, is this UK stock next?

| Roland Head

The Ted Baker share price has surged higher today on takeover interest. Roland Head highlights another UK stock he thinks…

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Here’s why the Purplebricks share price sky-rocketed 25% today!

| Alan Oscroft

After years of decline, the Purplebricks (LON: PURP) share price jumped on Friday. Is it the start of a sustainable…

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The IAG share price: why it’s now clear for take off!

| Andrew Woods

With improving results and better operating conditions, the IAG share price may very well be ready to climb rapidly, I…

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Where will the Lloyds share price go next?

| Alan Oscroft

The Lloyds (LON: LLOY) share price took a dip when the Ukraine war started, but it's already bouncing back. What…

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Here’s why a Warren Buffett fintech stock is exploding today

| Stephen Wright

StoneCo shares are down 89% in the last year, but are roaring back today. They’re still a long way from…

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FTSE 100 vs FTSE 250: which index do I prefer for 2022?

| Charlie Carman

The FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 indices broadly comprise the 350 largest UK stocks by market value. Charlie Carman identifies…

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What’s next for the BT share price?

| Rupert Hargreaves

After two years of volatility, the BT share price looks appealing to this Fool at current levels as an income…

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As the boohoo share price sits near its 6-year low, here’s what I’d do now

| Rupert Hargreaves

After recent declines, Rupert Hargreaves thinks the boohoo share price looks incredibly attractive compared to its potential.

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3 things that could affect the Cineworld share price

| Roland Head

What will happen to the Cineworld share price this year? Roland Head shares some surprising insights from the company's recent…

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6 penny stocks I’d buy for my Stocks and Shares ISA!

| Royston Wild

I'm searching for the best penny stocks to buy for my Stocks and Shares ISA before next month's deadline. Here…

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Personal Finance

Watch out! 5 things to avoid when investing in bearish volatile markets

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

Here are five tips to help you survive during market volatility. Investing success often comes down to moments like this,…

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Personal Finance

Here’s how to know if an investment is ethical

| Ruby Layram

Ruby Layram takes a look at how to spot an ethical investment from a not so ethical one. Here's what…

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Stocks and shares ISA warning: why it’s important to avoid the last-minute rush

| Karl Talbot

Are you thinking of opening a stocks and shares ISA? Here are 3 reasons why you shouldn't leave it until…

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Personal Finance

Will the stock market crash, fall, rise or rally? 4 things to keep an eye on

| Karl Talbot

The stock market has been volatile in 2022 due to various events impacting the world economy. So, what could impact…

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Here’s what could make or break the Lloyds Bank share price in 2022

| Manika Premsingh

The Lloyds Bank share price has fallen to sub-50p levels again. Where will it go next?

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2 top penny stocks to buy right now

| Royston Wild

I'm looking to add some white-hot growth stocks to my shares portfolio in the near future. I think these penny…

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Personal Finance

Revealed! This is when you should review your investing portfolio

| Karl Talbot

Meddling with your investments too often can be a bad idea. But there are three circumstances in which it could…

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What’s next for the NIO share price?

| Alan Oscroft

After a 12-month slump, I can see a better future for the NIO (NYSE: NIO) share price. There are big…

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Personal Finance

Base rate rises to 0.75%: here’s why higher interest rates aren’t spooking investors

| Karl Talbot

The Bank of England has hiked its base rate from 0.5% to 0.75%. So, why hasn't the stock market taken…

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Bank of England hikes interest rates again – 3 FTSE 100 stocks to buy now

| Manika Premsingh

The Bank of England has raised interest rates for the third time since December 2021. Here’s what Manika Premsingh is…

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Why the FTSE 100 jumping 1.6% on Wednesday may be a turning point

| Sam Robson

The FTSE 100 saw a daily increase of close to 116 points yesterday, showing signs of renewed investor confidence in…

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3 reasons why the Ocado share price is down almost 10% today

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith points to several reasons found in the Q1 results as to why the Ocado share price is tumbling…

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The 1 renewable energy stock I’m buying right now

| Stephen Wright

As the shift towards renewable energy intensifies, I'm looking at taking advantage by buying shares in this company today.

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What’s next for the Boohoo share price?

| Alan Oscroft

The Boohoo (LON: BOO) share price has blipped up a little after a 12-month decline. Here's why I'm optimistic for…

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As Centamin trades as a penny stock once more, is now the time to buy?

| Andrew Mackie

As Centamin hits penny stock status, this writer examines whether the market has undervalued this gold producer

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2 top dividend stocks I’d bag this month with £500

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith runs over two of his favourite dividend stocks at the moment, picking ideas from the mining and finance…

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Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust: have we seen the bottom?

| Paul Summers

The Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust (LON:SMT) share price is having a good week. Is the worst over?

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