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Worried about a stock market crash? Five tips for protecting your stocks and shares ISA

7 March, 2022 | Jo Groves (ACA)

Global markets have fallen due to the war in Ukraine. What simple steps can you take to help protect your…

Personal Finance

Young investor: ‘my plan to become an ISA millionaire and retire early’

7 March, 2022 | Alice Guy (FCA)

With young people increasingly keen to invest, 28-year-old Matt Roberts shares his ambitious plans to become a stocks and shares…

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Personal Finance

The death of cash? Use of paper money is falling (which might be a good thing)

7 March, 2022 | Karl Talbot

Cash usage is declining according to new research. So why might the death of cash be a good thing? Karl…

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The renewable energy stocks I’d buy right now

7 March, 2022 | Rupert Hargreaves

These renewable energy stocks could be some of the best investments to own today in the current geopolitical environment.

2 unloved penny stocks that are dirt-cheap today

7 March, 2022 | Royston Wild

I'm searching for the best-value penny stocks to load up on right now. Here are two I think look far…

Personal Finance

Average UK rent climbs to more than £1,000! How to secure a cheaper monthly rate

7 March, 2022 | Ruby Layram

The average UK rent is at an all-time high! Here's where and how to find the cheapest rates for your…

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How I’d use the Warren Buffett method to retire early

7 March, 2022 | Christopher Ruane

Our writer explains how he applies the Warren Buffett method to try and increase the long-term returns of his retirement…

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What is going on with the Polymetal share price?

7 March, 2022 | James J. McCombie

The Polymetal share price leapt 700% to 1,400p before collapsing today. What has been going on with the stock price…

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Gold price soars: here’s why gold could go even higher this week

7 March, 2022 | Karl Talbot

The gold price has risen more than 8% since the start of the year. Here's one reason why the gold…

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2 cheap shares to buy now

7 March, 2022 | Christopher Ruane

Amid turbulent markets, our writer has identified two shares to buy now for his portfolio and hold for their long-term…

2 cheap, crashing penny stocks to buy right now!

7 March, 2022 | Royston Wild

I'm looking for the best penny stocks to buy following recent market volatility. Here are two cheap UK shares I'd…

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Amid tumbling stocks, here are the shares most bought by UK investors last week

7 March, 2022 | Karl Talbot

The UK stock markets fell last week as a result of the ongoing Ukraine crisis. But which stocks have remained…

Investing Articles

The Hurricane Energy (HUR) share price just jumped 10%. Time to buy?

7 March, 2022 | Alan Oscroft

The Hurricane Energy (LON: HUR) share price has risen strongly in 2022, and the oil explorer boasts healthy profit margins.

How I’d invest £10K in this FTSE 100 stock market correction

7 March, 2022 | Kevin Godbold

I think the current stock market correction is leading to some interesting opportunities among big-cap companies in the FTSE 100,…

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Share prices see-saw: all part of riding the FTSE 100 roller coaster

7 March, 2022 | Sam Robson

Today, I watched as the FTSE 100 - and the share price of many of its constituents - fell, rose,…

Buy the dip! 2 stocks I’m adding to right now

7 March, 2022 | Andrew Woods

With the recent market sell-off, should I buy the dip and add to my IAG and Boohoo holdings?

Does the cheap Jet2 share price now make it a glaring buy?

7 March, 2022 | Andrew Woods

With increasing revenue and a low forward P/E ratio, should I be buying at the current Jet2 share price?

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3 ways to handle a market correction

7 March, 2022 | Christopher Ruane

Our writer looks at three ways investors handle a market correction -- and explains why he avoids one of the…

Are BT shares about to take off?

7 March, 2022 | Andrew Woods

With increasing free cash flow, could BT shares now have significant upside potential?

The Evraz share price is up over 40% today! Time to buy?

7 March, 2022 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Evraz share price erupted by more than 40% this morning, but what was behind this growth? And is now…

I’m boosting my passive income with these 2 cheap dividend stocks

7 March, 2022 | Finlay Blair

I’m boosting my passive income with these two cheap dividend stocks! They combine high yields with strong financial foundations and…

2 cheap FTSE 100 stocks to buy before the Stocks & Shares ISA deadline!

7 March, 2022 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The April deadline for the Stocks and Shares ISA is fast approaching. Zaven Boyrazian explores two FTSE 100 stocks that…

The Rolls-Royce share price just crashed 25%. Buy the dip?

7 March, 2022 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Rolls-Royce share price has fallen by 25% in the last 10 days after the CEO announced his departure. But…

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2 FTSE 100 shares I’d buy as stocks fall

7 March, 2022 | Rupert Hargreaves

Falling equity markets could provide a great opportunity to acquire these FTSE 100 stocks at discount valuations says this Fool.

Is the Scottish Mortgage share price a bargain under 900p?

7 March, 2022 | Dylan Hood

The Scottish Mortgage share price has slid another 16% in the last week. This Fool looks to see if now…

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Should I buy National Grid shares for the dividend?

7 March, 2022 | Rupert Hargreaves

The National Grid share price looks like a top dividend stock, but can its income credentials really be trusted in…

My top 3 UK shares to buy right now

7 March, 2022 | Rupert Hargreaves

This Fool highlights his top UK shares to buy right now as markets worldwide remain volatile amid the uncertain geopolitical…

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Personal Finance

Confession time! Tips for avoiding my top five stocks and shares ISA mistakes

7 March, 2022 | Jo Groves (ACA)

Investing in a stocks and shares ISA can make you money if you get it right. Jo Groves shares her…

These 2 investment trusts could have made me a millionaire. Why won’t I buy them now?

7 March, 2022 | Harvey Jones

These investment trusts could have made me an ISA millionaire if I'd bought at the right time. I think today…

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Will Tesla shares climb back above $1,000 in 2022?

7 March, 2022 | Dylan Hood

Tesla shares soared to over $1,200 last year. Currently sitting at $838, this Fool takes a look to see if…

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I’m still buying FTSE 100 shares even though I expect the stock market to crash again

7 March, 2022 | Harvey Jones

The Ukraine war means that Friday's FTSE 100 stock market crash will not be the last, but investors should stay…

If I could only buy one FTSE 100 dividend stock for passive income, I’d choose this

7 March, 2022 | Harvey Jones

I'm planning to invest in FTSE 100 shares to generate a healthy level of passive income in retirement. Here's my…

Revealed! Insurance premiums are on the rise. Are you affected?

6 March, 2022 | Victor Garrett

Consumer Intelligence carried out a study that reveals insurance premiums are on the rise. Are you affected? How can you…

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Personal Finance

Used car prices rise even higher, but could a slowdown be looming?

6 March, 2022 | Sean LaPointe

Used car prices have been rising at a fast pace over the last two years. But could the rate of…