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2 UK shares I’d avoid in 2022

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

As the pandemic slowly winds down, there are plenty of UK shares set to recover but that could also be…

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Just Eat Takeaway.com stock is down 55% in a year! Here’s why I’d buy it

| Manika Premsingh

Just Eat takeaway.com has released a positive trading update, which seems to have pleased investors. But there is even more…

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The FTSE 100 closes above 7,500! What’s next for the index?

| Manika Premsingh

The FTSE 100 index finally closed above 7,500 yesterday. Will we see even higher levels in 2022 or will uncertainty…

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Could these FTSE 250 shares fare well in 2022?

| Andy Ross

FTSE 250 shares could do well this year if the economy keeps bouncing back, but will these be good investments…

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Is Boohoo a ‘buy’ at the current share price?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Boohoo's share price has taken a massive hit over the last year. Edward Sheldon looks at whether now is the…

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3 UK shares to buy as inflation surges

| Rupert Hargreaves

With prices rising across the board, this Fool explains why he'd buy these three UK shares to protect his portfolio…

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Here’s the REIT I’m buying for sustainable passive income

| Stephen Wright

Realty Income’s strong track record and solid future prospects make it my choice for a sustainable stream of passive income…

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What is ‘earnings season’ and how does it affect the stock market?

| Ruby Layram

Companies across the globe are preparing for earnings season. So, what is it? And what does it mean for the…

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3 renewable energy stocks to buy to hold until 2030

| Rupert Hargreaves

These three renewable energy shares have fantastic growth prospects over the next decade, argues this Fool, who is a buyer.

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American Express Platinum Card offer: how to get £100 cashback at Harvey Nichols

| Sean LaPointe

American Express has launched a new offer that could see you get £100 in credit every year when you spend…

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Is ITM Power a ‘buy’ at the current share price?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

ITM Power's share price has taken a big hit over the last year. Edward Sheldon looks at whether now is…

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Royal Mail shares: why I’m impressed right now

| Garry McGibbon

Royal Mail shares look attractive to this Fool right now. Find out why he thinks they fit with his investing…

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Why I just sold this rising FTSE 250 stock

| Manika Premsingh

This FTSE 250 stock has given decent returns to Manika Premsingh, but she is not sure if there is definite…

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Why this FTSE 100 stock fell 27% in 2021

| Cliff D'Arcy

After a positive start to 2021, the Ocado share price went into freefall, almost halving from high to low. What…

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Rise of the gig economy: 59% of side hustle entrepreneurs earn up to £2,500 a month

| Atanas Nikolaev

This article draws insight from a survey of 1,000 side hustle entrepreneurs and aims to throw light on the emerging…

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Here’s what I think could affect the Rolls-Royce share price in 2022

| Jabran Khan

After a turbulent couple of years, could the Rolls-Royce share price be primed to recover? This Fool offers his take…

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Invest in your pension to join the top 1%

| Katie Royals

Katie Royals takes a look at how investing in your pension while you're young can help you join the top…

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Here’s my verdict on this fashionable FTSE 100 stock!

| Jabran Khan

This Fool offers his opinion on this FTSE 100 fashion brand. Should he add shares to his holdings at current…

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2 dividend stocks to buy in 2022

| Jabran Khan

This Fool is on the lookout for passive income opportunities for his portfolio. Here he identifies two dividend stocks for…

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How high inflation impacts my stock market investments

| Manika Premsingh

The US just reported sky high inflation, further underlining how big the risk of rising prices really is. This is…

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Could this ridiculously cheap dividend stock be my winning investment for 2022?

| Manika Premsingh

The FTSE 250 stock is not just ridiculously cheap, it also has a sky-high dividend yield. What is not to…

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Could these 2 FTSE 100 shares help me retire comfortably?

| Royston Wild

I'm seeking the best FTSE 100 shares to buy for my shares portfolio in 2022. Should I stock up on…

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Are airline stocks cheap for 2022?

| Garry McGibbon

With regular travel back on the cards, there might be some cheap airline stocks up for grabs in 2022. Find…

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From £500 to over £8,000 in 5 years! Should I invest in this precious metal for 2022?

| Niki Jerath

This precious metal would have delivered outstanding returns over the last five years. Is there still an opportunity for investment…

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I think these 2 FTSE 100 stocks are among the best shares to buy now

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

These two FTSE 100 stocks have overcome the challenges of the pandemic and could be the best shares to buy…

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1 FTSE 100 stock I’d buy and one I’d avoid in January

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith reviews a FTSE 100 stock that had a strong winter trading period and contrasts it with another company…

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1 controversial FTSE 100 dividend stock I’d buy

| Manika Premsingh

This FTSE 100 stock is controversial because its long-term future has a question mark on it. But here’s why Manika…

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Why the easyJet share price fell 20% in 2021

| Christopher Ruane

The easyJet share price lost altitude in 2021. Our writer looks at why as the continuing pandemic meant the recovery…

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Selling your home in 2022? 3 tips to add value without breaking bank

| Victor Garrett

If you're planning to sell your home, it makes sense to maximise the sale price. Here are three tips to…

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What’s going on with the Frontier Developments (FDEV) share price?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Frontier Developments (FDEV) share price collapsed today following its latest results. Zaven Boyrazian investigates.

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If I had £1,000, here are the top UK stocks I’d buy now

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

As the new year gets under way, Zaven Boyrazian runs through his list of top UK stocks to buy and…

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The truth about retirement in the UK

| Ruby Layram

What is it really like to retire in the UK? A group of 10 retirees shed light on how their…

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Will the BT share price hit 200p in 2022?

| Charlie Keough

After the BT share price saw a reverse in its form in 2021, Charlie Keough looks at whether the stock…

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The Darktrace share price plunges 55%! Should I buy the stock today?

| Rupert Hargreaves

This Fool explains why he thinks the Darktrace share price looks attractive after recent declines and considering its growth potential.

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Should the government reconsider the LISA withdrawal penalty?

| Jennifer Laird

Want to withdraw money from your LISA? Here's why there's pressure on the government to permanently cut the 25% LISA…

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Omicron variant: what next for these FTSE 250 travel stocks?

| Andrew Woods

Travel ground to a halt during the Covid-19 pandemic, but does the 'milder' Omicron variant suggest these two FTSE 250…

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Should I buy NIO stock, Rivian or Tesla shares?

| Rupert Hargreaves

This Fool takes a look at NIO, Rivian and Tesla to try and decide which company has the better outlook…

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8 hobbies that you could turn into a side hustle

| Ruby Layram

Are you looking to start a side hustle in 2022? Here are eight hobbies that you could easily turn into…

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Can Lloyds’ share price hit 60p in 2022?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Lloyds' share price is having a great run right now on the back of the UK economic recovery. Edward Sheldon…

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3 ideas to increase my passive income from dividend stocks this year

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith considers some straightforward moves that he's looking at to boost the levels of passive income from his dividend…

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