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Why is the Lloyds share price falling yet again? Here’s why I would buy today…

| Cliff D'Arcy

With the Lloyds share price more than halving over the past 12 months, it's no wonder investors are running scared.…

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Did Oxford Biomedica just find a new treatment for Parkinson’s disease?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian takes another look at Oxford Biomedica after promising results on its Parkinson’s disease treatment were announced.

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Why I’m thinking of AstraZeneca as a great long-term buy

| Jay Yao

Motley Fool contributor Jay Yao writes why he's looking at FTSE 100 component AstraZeneca as a great long-term investment.

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The week’s stock market news – Friday, 30th October

| Alan Oscroft

FTSE 100 down nearly 5%, banks beating Q3 expectations, and oil profits way down on 2019. Those were among the…

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Is the Shell dividend a sign of things to come?

| Karl Loomes

As Shell announces an increase in its dividend payout, Karl Loomes asks, will it be enough to help bolster the…

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If the stock market crashes I still think its a good time to buy stocks

| James J. McCombie

Stock market crashes offer the chance to buy more quality shares for the same amount of investment. I think that…

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Is this FTSE 250 stock a bargain or one to avoid? Here’s what I think

| Jabran Khan

This Fool looks at this FTSE 250 stock and writes whether he believes if it is a bargain or one…

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Why I think it’s a great time to invest, and the best shares I’d want to buy now

| Kevin Godbold

Regular investments in the best shares I’d want to buy now could do well as underlying businesses grow in the…

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Stock market crash: 2 FTSE 100 shares I’d buy in a crisis to get rich and retire early

| Harshil Patel

Stock market uncertainty provides opportunities. Harshil Patel looks at two FTSE 100 stocks he's considering in these uncertain times.

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I think these 2 FTSE 100 stocks could pay dividends again next year

| Jay Yao

Motley Fool contributor Jay Yao writes why he thinks these two FTSE 100 companies could begin paying dividends again next…

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Stock market crash: is this the best FTSE 100 bank share to buy right now?

| Alan Oscroft

This FTSE 100 bank share has just posted better-than-expected results. The share price rose on the day, but I think…

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The Supply@ME share price is falling again. Here’s what I’d do now

| Rupert Hargreaves

The Supply@ME share price has been falling, but market sentiment towards the business doesn't reflect its improving fundamentals.

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Avoid this double threat to your car insurance premium!

| Sandy Kenrick

Your car insurance premium is calculated using a risk rating, and your tyre thread is a double culprit in the…

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Looking for bargain UK shares in the crash? I’d buy these FTSE 100 stocks to get rich

| Harvey Jones

There are plenty of bargain UK shares to buy in today's stock market crash, but I'd go hunting for opportunities…

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My last call on BT shares was spot on. Here’s my view on the stock now

| Rupert Hargreaves

The outlook for BT shares has continued to improve over the past month, especially now the company is planning to…

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Stock market crash: can an investor get rich from buying cheap stocks in 2020?

| Peter Stephens

Purchasing cheap shares after the stock market crash could produce high returns in the long run. Therefore, now could prove…

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IAG shares are rising after today’s news. Is this now a bargain not to be missed?

| Paul Summers

International Consolidated Airlines Group SA (LON:IAG) shares are rising today despite an awful update on trading. Is the bottom in…

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2 UK shares I’d buy as the FTSE 100 sinks

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The FTSE 100 is struggling. Don't let that put you off investing though, says Edward Sheldon. He's identified two companies…

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BP share price plunge! Why I think oil and tobacco value stocks look a good buy

| Kirsteen Mackay

As the BP share price endures another depressing week, I look at why oil and tobacco could present value stocks…

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3 no-brainer dividend stocks I’d buy right now

| Roland Head

Roland Head highlights three dividend stocks he thinks will be income winners in a tough year, including two with 8%+…

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How well are the British coping with their finances?

| Sean LaPointe

Coronavirus has affected almost all aspects of our lives, including our personal finances. But exactly how well are the British…

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Stock market crash: I’ll avoid this one cheap share but another looks promising

| Andy Ross

Andy Ross looks at two potentially cheap shares that have been hit by the stock market crash and wonders if…

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3 reasons why I think the Barclays share price is set to climb

| Alan Oscroft

The Barclays (LON: BARC) share price has crashed 40% in 2020. But the balance sheet looks good, and I see…

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Stock market crash 2020: how I’d find the best UK dividend shares to make a passive income

| Peter Stephens

Buying UK dividend shares with solid financial positions and affordable dividends could be a shrewd move to make a passive…

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Stock Market Crash! 3 no-brainer growth shares I’d buy for a SECOND UK lockdown

| Paul Summers

Scared of a second market crash? Don't be. Paul Summers thinks investors like him should load up on quality growth…

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2 FTSE 100 shares I’d buy in a Stocks and Shares ISA to get rich and retire early

| Royston Wild

I reckon these top-class FTSE 100 stocks could deliver knockout shareholder returns in the years ahead. This is why I'd…

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2 cheap shares I’d buy today

| Cliff D'Arcy

These two cheap shares generate reliable earnings and powerful cash dividends. While ethical investors would shun them, I would buy…

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4 dividend-paying cheap UK shares (including an 8%-yielder) I’d buy for my ISA to retire rich

| Royston Wild

I reckon these UK shares could make me a fortune in my Stocks and Shares ISA. And they look too…

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Here’s how I think BP gets a higher valuation

| Jay Yao

Motley Fool contributor Jay Yao writes how he thinks BP can bounce back and earn a higher valuation if the…

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Contrarian investing for beginners

| Karl Loomes

Going against popular opinion can be a solid investment strategy. Here is what to consider when contrarian investing.

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Why I think this FTSE 100 stock is one of the best bargains out there

| Jabran Khan

This Fool explores this FTSE 100 stock and explains why he believes it is a market crash bargain after a…

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Cheap shares: It’s been a rotten week for the FTSE 100. But I’d buy this stock today!

| Cliff D'Arcy

The FTSE 100 has had another rotten week, on top of a bad month, and an awful year. But I'd…

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Supplementing your pension with passive income

| Karl Loomes

The stock market can be a great way to supplement your pension through passive income. Here’s how.

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Why I am waiting for the Greggs share price to fall even more

| Karl Loomes

While I think it is a strong company, I suspect there may be more downside for the Greggs share price…

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What I think the future holds for the ITV share price

| Karl Loomes

As it falls out of the FTSE 100, this is why I think the ITV share price could see even…

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Why I think there’s upside in HSBC

| Jay Yao

Motley Fool contributor Jay Yao writes why he's thinking of HSBC as a potential long-term investment given these three factors.

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Cheap UK shares: BT and Royal Dutch Shell are big gainers today. Would I buy them now?

| Manika Premsingh

Cheap UK shares like BT and Royal Dutch Shell posted gains after their earnings releases. Can they sustain their share…

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Is this the best growth stock buy in the FTSE 100 right now?

| Alan Oscroft

This FTSE 100 stock is up more than 300% in five years, and it's recovering strongly from the 2020 stock…

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Lazy landlords: Why I’d buy REITs to make a passive income

| Peter Stephens

Buying REITs today could lead to a relatively high passive income. They may also provide diversity and long-term growth potential…

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Rolls-Royce: A closer look at ITP Aero

| Jay Yao

Motley Fool contributor Jay Yao takes a closer look at a unit of Rolls-Royce that the company is reportedly planning…

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