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5 top tips for making the most of your Stocks and Shares ISA allowance

| Jo Groves (ACA)

Are you looking for ways to use your ISA allowance for this tax year? Take a look at my top…

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One almost 6%-yielding UK dividend stock I’d buy now

| Kevin Godbold

This FTSE 250 dividend-paying company's stock price has been under pressure but, for me, it's now in the value zone…

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Could these two FTSE 250 shares go up again in 2022?

| Andy Ross

FTSE 250 shares generally did quite well in 2021 as the stock market recovered from 2020 and these two shares…

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These are 3 of my top passive income ideas

| Andy Ross

Passive income ideas can be hard to find, but these shares have been screened for their income potential and look…

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Ever had a Barclaycard? You could be in line for a cash refund

| Karl Talbot

Some Barclaycard customers may be in line for a refund after the provider admitted it incorrectly overcharged some cardholders. Here…

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The Royal Mail share price falls 5%! Is now a great time to buy?

| Stephen Bhasera

Stephen Bhasera breaks down why the Royal Mail share price dipped last week and whether this stock is a good…

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Watch out! Financial squeeze could derail UK economy

| Ruby Layram

The UK economy has been steadily recovering since the pandemic. However, could the current financial squeeze derail the progress that…

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GlaxoSmithKline share price up, Unilever down: here’s why I’d buy both

| Alan Oscroft

The GlaxoSmithKline (LON: GSK) share price rose Monday, as Unilever (LON: ULVR) shares fell. Here's why I see reasons to…

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Is IAG’s share price cheap? Here’s what I think

| Stephen Wright

IAG shares are down 66% from their 2018 highs, but travel restrictions have hit the company hard. Is the IAG…

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FTSE 100 dividend stocks to buy for 2030

| Rupert Hargreaves

These FTSE 100 dividend stocks have fantastic potential over the next decade, considering their growth prospects, says this Fool.

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Is consolidating old pension pots worth it in 2022?

| Atanas Nikolaev

This article explores whether pension consolidation is a viable option, and looks at some of the advantages and disadvantages of…

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NIO stock rose last week: should I buy now?

| Dylan Hood

Last week, NIO stock rose 6.7%, climbing above the $30 mark. Dylan Hood takes a look to see whether he…

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Santander shares: an undervalued investment for 2022?

| Rupert Hargreaves

The Santander share price looks cheap compared to the firm's London-listed peers, considering its growth and international footprint.

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Fundsmith Equity review: is it a good investment for 2022?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Fundsmith Equity, which is managed by Terry Smith, is one of the most popular investment funds in the UK. Here,…

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After breaking 7,500 points, how high could the FTSE 100 go in 2022?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why he thinks that the FTSE 100 could push higher this year when looking at both the…

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3 UK shares I think can grow in 2022

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer selects three UK shares he would consider buying now for his portfolio because he reckons they have good…

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Why I think the Tesco share price can hit a high in 2022

| Rupert Hargreaves

The Tesco share price could outperform its peers as the company continues to dominate the UK retail market in the…

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Arise UK stock pickers, your time is now!

| Kevin Godbold

Here's why Kevin Godbold just piled into the stock market, why he thinks the time is right for picking UK…

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HSBC’s share price is rebounding. Should I buy the stock now?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

HSBC's share price is rebounding on the back of the global economic recovery. Edward Sheldon looks at whether he should…

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2 cheap shares to buy for 2022

| Dan Appleby, CFA

I think the prospects for these two companies means they’re top shares to buy in 2022. The valuations also look…

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These 3 FTSE 100 stocks plunged in 2021. I’d buy all 3 today!

| Cliff D'Arcy

Although the FTSE 100 had a positive 2021, some of its members' shares did very poorly. But I see recovery…

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2 cheap FTSE 100 stocks to buy!

| Royston Wild

I'm searching for the best low-cost FTSE 100 stocks to buy. Here are two I think could be too cheap…

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A penny stock and 1 other cheap UK share I’d buy today!

| Royston Wild

I'm on a quest to find the best low-cost UK shares on the market today. Here are two top stocks…

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2 no-brainer FTSE 100 stocks to buy to beat inflation

| Stuart Blair

Inflation is one of the main issues facing companies at the moment. Here are two FTSE 100 stocks I think…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in easyJet shares 5 years ago, how much would I have now?

| Stuart Blair

easyJet shares have faced a torrid time over the past five years, mainly due to the pandemic. So, what would…

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Here’s why the Scottish Mortgage share price is falling, and what I’m doing about it

| Dan Appleby, CFA

The Scottish Mortgage share price is falling. Dan Appleby explores the risks ahead to see if the fund is a…

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Will the Cineworld share price double in 2022?

| Roland Head

The Cineworld share price is up by nearly 25% already this year. Roland Head asks if he should be buying…

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“Laundering money”: an excerpt from my financial diary

| Sam Robson

Always opt for products with lengthy guarantee periods - future you will thank you if something goes wrong!

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust 5 years ago, here’s how much I’d have today

| Hamish Cassidy

Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust has seen huge returns over the last five years. Let’s look at where an initial £1,000…

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2 mega-cheap FTSE 100 dividend stocks to buy!

| Royston Wild

I think these could be among the best FTSE 100 dividend stocks to buy right now. Oh, and they trade…

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How I’d invest £10k right now

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves explains how he would invest a lump sum of £10,000 in stocks and shares to grow his nest…

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2 penny stocks I’d buy to hold until 2030

| Rupert Hargreaves

This Fool takes a look at two penny stocks he would be happy to buy and hold in his portfolio…

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Is buying £1k of BP shares a smart decision?

| Rupert Hargreaves

BP shares have potential as both an income and growth play over the next decade, writes this Fool, who would…

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5 penny stocks I’d buy for 2022 and beyond

| Roland Head

Roland Head looks at five penny stocks he's considering for the year ahead. These investments are high-risk, but could offer…

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2 FTSE 250 growth stocks to buy and hold until 2030

| Rupert Hargreaves

These FTSE 250 growth stocks have the qualities required to outperform over the next 10 years, argues this Fool.

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4 ‘nearly’ penny stocks I’d buy to own for 10 years!

| Royston Wild

I believe these brilliant 'nearly' penny stocks could help me make great returns. Here's why I'd buy them to hold…

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How I’d build a passive income starting with £5.15 a day

| Roland Head

Roland Head explains how he'd target £500 per month in passive income from shares for less than the cost of…

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Where could the Rolls-Royce share price be in 10 years?

| Rupert Hargreaves

This Fool explains why he thinks the Rolls-Royce share price could outperform over the next 10 years as the aviation…

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The Lloyds share price outlook has never been so exciting

| Rupert Hargreaves

The outlook for the Lloyds share price has never been brighter as interest rates rise and the company benefits from…

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Top British small-cap stocks for January 2022

| The Motley Fool Staff

We asked our freelance writers to share their best British small-cap stocks for January, including Bioventix and Calnex Solutions.

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