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Investing Articles

Why I’m ignoring buy-to-let properties and investing in stocks and shares instead

| James Reynolds

Our writer considers the pros and cons that come with investing in a buy-to-let property and compares it to his…

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Investing Articles

Have Royal Mail shares been a good investment over the last 8 years?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Shares of Royal Mail remain one of the most popular to own in the UK. But has this popularity translated…

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Investing Articles

2 penny shares I would buy now

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer highlights two UK penny shares he would consider buying for his portfolio at the moment -- and explains…

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I’m ignoring the easyJet share price and buying this stock instead as the world begins to travel again

| Fergus Mackintosh

The easyjet share price looks attractive, but is there value elsewhere in the travel sector? Personally, I'd prefer to avoid…

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Will the Greatland Gold (GGP) share price rebound in 2022?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Greatland Gold (LON:GGP) share price tanked in 2021, after delivering explosive returns the year before. But is that all…

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3 ‘safe haven’ FTSE 100 stocks to buy

| Paul Summers

Paul Summers picks out three FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) shares that should prove to be less volatile than most if the…

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After takeover talk, is Peloton stock a no-brainer buy?

| Stuart Blair

Peloton stock has faltered over the past year as consumers have flocked back to the gym. But after takeover talk,…

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Is the Rolls-Royce share price about to take off?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

As Covid-19 eases its grip on the travel sector, the Rolls-Royce share price may be set to make a rapid…

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2 dividend growth stocks (including a cheap penny stock) to buy!

| Royston Wild

I'm searching for the best dividend stocks to buy right now. Here are two potential income heroes near the top…

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FTSE 100 stocks: should I buy BT or Royal Mail shares today?

| Royston Wild

The BT and Royal Mail share prices have been moving in opposite directions in recent weeks. Which of these FTSE…

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Personal Finance

These were the most popular stocks among UK investors last week

| Karl Talbot

Tech stocks were popular buys among UK investors last week despite mixed performances. So which other stocks were popular last…

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Personal Finance

Investors are attending AGMs in record numbers: here’s why

| Karl Talbot

Investors attended annual general meetings (AGMs) in record numbers last year. So what's the reason behind this? Karl Talbot takes…

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Personal Finance

Stocks and shares ISA: why I’m investing in FTSE 250 index funds

| Alice Guy (FCA)

Alice Guy explains why she's investing in the FTSE 250 index and Small Cap index with her stocks and shares…

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Is the Cineworld share price too cheap to ignore?

| James Reynolds

Our writer looks at Cineworld and some of the issues it faces, as well as the possible upsides to investing…

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Investing Articles

2 of the best Investment funds to buy now

| Harshil Patel

Investing in funds can be a great way to diversify and keep costs low. Harshil Patel explores two of his…

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Investing Articles

At what point do Darktrace shares become cheap enough for me to buy?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith considers the compounding reasons causing Darktrace shares to fall, and eyes its 250p IPO level as a price…

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Shares in Facebook owner Meta just plunged. Is this an amazing buying opportunity?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Shares in Facebook owner Meta Platforms fell more than 25% after the company's Q4 earnings. Edward Sheldon looks at whether…

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Is now the time to buy Deliveroo shares?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Deliveroo's share price has fallen by a huge 30% in 2022. Has this created a fantastic buying opportunity? Edward Sheldon…

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Why I would buy a FTSE 100 ETF during a stock market correction!

| Niki Jerath

A stock market correction can be a good time to invest. Here’s why, when the market takes a turn for…

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The Shell share price is surging! But should I buy the stock?

| Dan Appleby, CFA

The Shell share price has had a rollercoaster ride across the pandemic period. It's at a two-year high now, so…

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Could a stock market crash happen imminently?

| Dan Appleby, CFA

A stock market crash is a key risk to consider as an equity investor. Dan Appleby assesses the risks that…

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A Warren Buffett stock I’ve been buying for passive income

| Rupert Hargreaves

This Fool has been buying shares in a certain company for passive income. It's one that Warren Buffett once tried…

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Is BT one of the best stocks to buy now?

| Rupert Hargreaves

The BT share price could be one of the best stocks to buy now as the company returns to growth…

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Is buying Boohoo shares now like trying to catch a falling knife?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith considers both sides of the argument when looking at whether he should buy beaten down Boohoo shares.

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How I’d aim to build passive income streams with £45 a week

| Christopher Ruane

With £45 a week to invest, our writer explains how he would seek to build passive income streams by buying…

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Here’s how I’d start investing with £200 a month in a Stocks and Shares ISA

| Dan Appleby, CFA

A Stocks and Shares ISA has been a great way for me to build my portfolio over the years. Here's…

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Investing Articles

Where should I invest? Here are 3 of the hottest sectors right now

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith talks through the three sectors that have been quickest off the mark in 2022, and eyes up some…

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Investing Articles

Here are 2 UK shares I’m buying with inflation-busting 9%+ yields!

| Dan Appleby, CFA

Inflation is at a decades-high level in the UK. There are UK shares offering dividend yields way above the inflation…

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Personal Finance

How to fly in Business Class using your British Airways Amex card

| Jo Groves (ACA)

How to use the British Airways American Express credit card to book Business Class and First Class flights using Avios…

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Personal Finance

How I completed a no-spend month

| Ruby Layram

Made a New Year's resolution to try a no-spend month? Ruby Layram did too, so she gave it a try.…

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Personal Finance

Four pension tips to give your retirement a boost

| Jo Groves (ACA)

Worried about your State Pension and retirement? With nine weeks of the tax year left, Jo Groves shares four pension…

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Personal Finance

UK weather: 2 insurance policies you need during stormy weather

| Victor Garrett

With more storms and storm damage expected, it’s prudent to take out or check your insurance policies to avoid dipping…

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Investing Articles

Why I’m avoiding buy-to-let and following Warren Buffett instead

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves explains why he is avoiding buy-to-let property, following the advice of Warren Buffett and buying equities instead.

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Investing Articles

A penny stock I’d buy for my Stocks and Shares ISA today

| Roland Head

ISA investor Roland Head explains why he thinks this penny stock could double in value if its recovery continues.

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I’d invest £200 a month in a Stocks and Shares ISA for passive income

| Rupert Hargreaves

This Fool explains why he is using a Stocks and Shares ISA wrapper to generate a passive income stream for…

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Investing Articles

3 inflation-busting dividend stocks that yield up to 9%

| Rupert Hargreaves

This Fool explains why he would acquire these inflation-busting dividend stocks for his portfolio today to counter low interest rates.

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2 of the best growth stocks to buy today?

| Royston Wild

I'm searching for the best growth stocks to buy for my shares portfolio. I think these top UK shares could…

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Investing Articles

The 5G stock that I’m buying for market-beating returns

| Stephen Wright

Verizon’s 5G exposure means that I think that it has the potential to deliver a market-beating return on investment.

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Investing Articles

Here’s how I’m trying to follow Warren Buffett by buying Japanese stocks!

| Niki Jerath

Warren Buffett has potentially made a $2bn profit from Japanese stocks. Here’s how I’m trying to follow him!

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Warren Buffett at a Berkshire Hathaway AGM
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Would Warren Buffett buy Shell shares today?

| Roland Head

Shell shares are soaring, thanks to high oil and gas prices. But would Warren Buffett invest in this FTSE 100…

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