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As Chinese tech stocks fall, I’m considering this emerging markets ETF

| Niki Jerath

Could this exchange traded fund be a way for me to invest in internet and e-commerce companies in emerging markets?

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Stock market crash? No problem! Here’s how I’m protecting my portfolio

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves explores the investments he has been buying to try and protect his portfolio against a stock market crash.

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3 of the best cheap UK shares under £3 to buy!

| Royston Wild

I'm hunting for some top-quality and ultra-cheap UK shares to add to my stocks portfolio. Here are three on my…

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3 of the best penny stocks to buy today!

| Royston Wild

I'm on a quest to find the best cheap UK shares to buy for my portfolio this December. Here are…

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My top 3 US stocks to buy

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves looks at his favourite US shares to buy in today's market, based on their growth prospects.

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The Rolls-Royce share price slumps on virus fears. Should I buy the stock?

| Rupert Hargreaves

The market has been selling Rolls-Royce shares, but Rupert Hargreaves is taking a long-term view of the company's issues.

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My favourite penny stocks to buy

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves explains why he would buy these six penny stocks, considering their recovery and growth potential going forward.

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The Diversified Energy share price has fallen to 100p: is this a buying opportunity?

| Roland Head

The falling DEC share price has pushed the dividend yield on this US gas producer up to 12%. Is this…

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2 cheap FTSE 100 dividend stocks to buy right now!

| Royston Wild

I'm searching for the best-value UK stocks to buy for my shares portfolio. Here are two cheap FTSE 100 shares…

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I was right about Wise shares. Here’s what I’d do now

| Rupert Hargreaves

This Fool explains why he believes Wise shares have huge potential over the next few years as the company builds…

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Now is the time to buy cheap UK shares

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves thinks these cheap UK shares are some of the best stocks to buy now, considering their outlooks for…

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My top FTSE 100 stock to buy for 2022 and beyond

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves explains why he thinks this FTSE 100 firm can stand whatever the world throws at it and grow…

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4 ‘nearly’ penny stocks to buy right now!

| Royston Wild

I'm looking to build up my investment portfolio with dirt-cheap UK shares. Here are several top-quality stocks that trade just…

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How I’d aim for a passive income with £150 a week

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves explains the strategy he would use to create a passive income from stocks and shares with a weekly…

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The UK shares I think Warren Buffett would buy

| Rupert Hargreaves

This Fool explains why he would buy these UK shares for his portfolio, all of which exhibit Warren Buffett qualities.

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2 of the best cheap UK shares to buy!

| Royston Wild

Looking to build a portfolio of top British stocks at little cost? I am. Here are two of the best…

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1 beaten-down growth stock to buy and 1 to avoid

| Stuart Blair

With a number of stocks falling significantly over the past month, Stuart Blair looks at one beaten-down growth stock he'd…

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Why did the NIO share price fall yesterday?

| Dylan Hood

After falling over 8% yesterday, the NIO share price seems to be falling rapidly. Dylan Hood takes a closer look…

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Revealed: the less people earn, the less likely they know how much tax they pay

| Jennifer Laird

Do you know how much tax you pay? Many people don't! Here's a look at what you pay tax on,…

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Homeownership plummets: will house prices crash in 2022?

| Karl Talbot

As house prices soar, levels of homeownership have plummeted among younger generations. So will house prices crash in 2022 to…

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Want to make a passive income? Here are some of the best REITs

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan details some of the UK’s most prominent real estate investment trusts that could make him a passive income…

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Can you inflation-proof your savings?

| Karl Talbot

With prices officially rising by 4.2%, is there a way to protect your savings from inflation? Karl Talbot takes a…

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What buyers need to know about costs of Help to Buy as number of loans hits new record

| Sean LaPointe

The number of homes bought using the Help to Buy loan scheme has hit a new record, but what do…

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This dividend stock has soared 567% over the past 5 years — and still looks good!

| Stephen Bhasera

Here's why I see Liontrust Asset Management as the premier dividend stock in the financial services industry from a growth…

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Making money from falling share prices: 1 stock that can buck the trend

| Garry McGibbon

Making money from falling share prices certainly has its appeal, but how effective is it as an investment strategy?

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Here are 3 UK growth stocks that I think could skyrocket

| James Reynolds

The Omicron variant has recently caused share prices to tumble, leaving some excellent companies cheaper for me to invest in…

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Could this FTSE 100 stock be the best inflation-beating investment?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

What are the best shares to buy to beat inflation? Zaven Boyrazian analyses one FTSE 100 stock that doesn't fear…

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Is Nvidia stock a buy after the Arm acquisition block

| Dan Appleby, CFA

Nvidia stock has rocketed this year, but its potential acquisition of Arm suffered a big blow yesterday. Does this dent…

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

| Royston Wild

History shows that share investors don't need to spend a fortune to make terrific returns. Here are three great penny…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Lloyds shares 5 years ago, here’s how much I’d have today

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Lloyds shares are among the most popular holdings in the UK, but are they actually a good investment? Zaven Boyrazian…

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Personal Finance

What Brits want from their ‘dream job’ revealed!

| Sean LaPointe

Sean LaPointe takes a look at some of the things that Brits want from their 'dream job' and offers a…

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Are the FTSE 100 oil majors still worth investing in?

| Andrew Mackie

The share price of the FTSE 100 heavyweights BP and Royal Dutch Shell have fallen back recently. Is now the…

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Personal Finance

One in four Brits didn’t save any money during lockdown

| Diana Bocco

New figures show fewer Brits saved money during lockdown than previously thought. Here's how to change your savings habits in…

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Are you guilty of believing these two credit card myths?

| Karl Talbot

A new survey reveals that two myths persistently abound about credit cards. What are they and what else does the…

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Will the Halfords share price surge from here?

| Dan Appleby, CFA

The Halfords share price has been on a tear this past month. But can it continue? This new acquisition might…

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UK shares: 2 quality stocks I’d buy for 2022

| Dan Appleby, CFA

I'm looking at these quality UK shares to buy as we head into 2022. After strong updates this week, here…

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The Abrdn share price just fell 10%. Should I start buying?

| Roland Head

The Abrdn share price is falling, despite a bold £1.5bn deal to buy DIY investment platform Interactive Investor. Roland Head…

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What might happen to the Lloyds share price in 2022?

| Cliff D'Arcy

In 2021, the Lloyds share price has veered between a low of 32p and a high of almost 52p. But…

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2 dirt-cheap UK shares (including a 6.4% dividend yield) I’d buy today!

| Royston Wild

I'm on the hunt for the best cut-price British stocks to add to my Stocks and Shares ISA today. I…

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Personal Finance

Grants galore! Why there’s never been a better time to buy an electric car

| Karl Talbot

The government is encouraging the move to electric vehicles by offering grants left, right and centre. Here's everything you need…

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