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Why the Marks and Spencer share price soared 23% last week

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why the Marks and Spencer share price jumped last week and why he thinks there's further upside…

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3 of the best cheap UK shares under £2 to buy

| Royston Wild

I'm thinking of buying the following ultra-cheap UK shares for my portfolio. Here's why I think they could make me…

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What could the Cineworld share price be in five years?

| Rupert Hargreaves

This Fool explains why the Cineworld share price has huge potential over the next five years, but exposure to substantial…

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I think the BT share price is on track to hit 200p

| Rupert Hargreaves

Thanks to a combination of factors, the BT share price is charging higher, and this Fool reckons the trend could…

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Why I’d buy Royal Mail shares as the Christmas season starts

| Rupert Hargreaves

This Fool explains why he believes Royal Mail shares look undervalued as the company gears up for what could be…

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2 dirt-cheap FTSE 250 stocks to buy now

| Stuart Blair

The FTSE 250 has underperformed the FTSE 100 recently. As such, these are two FTSE 250 stocks I think offer…

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This is the best stock tip I’ve ever had

| Kevin Godbold

Everyone seems to want stock tips. But this tip regarding stocks potentially keeps on giving.

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3 penny stocks to buy to hold until 2030!

| Royston Wild

I'm searching for the best stocks to buy right now. I needn't pay a fortune for them either. Here are…

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Here’s my dirty little secret about picking UK shares

| Kevin Godbold

Although I choose stocks according to attractive fundamentals and aim to hold them with tenacity for the long term, I've…

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3 of the best cheap UK shares under £5 to buy

| Royston Wild

I think these cheap UK shares could help me make terrific returns in the years ahead. Here's why they've attracted…

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5 passive income ideas from £100 a month

| Rupert Hargreaves

This Fool explains why he would acquire these five passive income opportunities for his portfolio with a monthly investment of…

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How I’d invest via my Stocks and Shares ISA with a £100k target

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves explains the investment approach he is using for his Stocks and Shares ISA with the goal of building…

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Renewable energy: 2 ETFs to buy

| Paul Summers

Renewable energy is the hot investing trend right now. Paul Summers reveals two ETFs he's using to ride the green…

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Renewable energy stocks: should I buy Greencoat UK Wind today?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves explains why he thinks Greencoat UK Wind is one of the best renewable energy stocks on the market…

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AstraZeneca shares: 3 reasons to consider buying now

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains the reasons why he's positive about AstraZeneca shares right now, despite the fall yesterday following results.

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£1,000 to spend? 3 penny stocks to buy right now

| Royston Wild

Never mind about the price volatility that often accompanies cheap UK shares. I think these penny stocks could make me…

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This crashing FTSE 100 stock is my contrarian pick for 2022

| Manika Premsingh

This FTSE 100 stock just saw a spectacular share price crash. But this Fool believes that it is just the…

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3 penny shares to buy today

| Rupert Hargreaves

This Fool explains why these penny shares are some of his favourite investments available to buy on the market right…

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7 easy Warren Buffett tips I’d follow to retire rich

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer explains how seven investment lessons from legendary share picker Warren Buffett could improve his own chances of a…

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East, west — who cares? Just go

| Malcolm Wheatley

Overseas markets can be attractive opportunities. True, there are some downsides in terms of complexity, tax, and cost. But in…

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The Volex (VLX) share price just tumbled 10%. Is the stock doomed?

| Dan Appleby, CFA

Volex has great potential for growth in the surging EV market. But the shares just tumbled 10%. Should I buy…

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2 dirt-cheap FTSE 250 stocks to buy now

| Dan Appleby, CFA

The FTSE 250 is packed full of opportunities to invest in British businesses. I think these two stocks offer excellent…

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With £2k to invest, here are the top stocks I’d buy

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith looks at the top stocks he'd buy at the moment depending on what risk level he was happy…

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1 FTSE 100 stock I’d buy with £1k for 2022

| Manika Premsingh

The FTSE 100 stock has been a rewarding one for this Fool in the past. And going by its results…

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Are charity credit cards the best way to give back this festive season?

| Ruby Layram

Charity credit cards allow you to give to charity when you spend. But are they the best way to give…

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Can the Centrica share price keep climbing?

| Christopher Ruane

The Centrica share price has added 50% in the past year. Our writer looks at whether it can maintain its…

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The Avon Protection share price just collapsed! Here’s why I’d buy

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Avon Protection's share price crashed 40% after its new body armour failed testing. But Zaven explains why he thinks this…

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Christmas lights cost Brits nearly £4m a year! Here’s how to keep Yuletide energy costs down

| Anne East

Powering Christmas lights alone cost Brits millions each year. Here's how to keep Yuletide energy costs down without being a…

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2 no-brainer Warren Buffett shares I’d buy and hold

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer looks at two Warren Buffett shares he would happily buy to hold in his own portfolio and explains…

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Can you buy Rivian stock?

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

Rivian is the latest electric vehicle stock to rev up investor excitement. Here’s what's known about the company and how…

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3 FTSE 250 penny stocks to buy for 2022

| Manika Premsingh

These FTSE 250 penny stocks have been hit by the pandemic and lockdowns, but they are ready to rise in…

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Here’s an ESG penny stock with explosive growth potential!

| Dan Appleby, CFA

This ESG penny stock could play a huge role in our transition to a more sustainable world. As revenue growth…

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The secrets of investing like it’s Black Friday during a stock market crash

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

Investing during a stock market crash can save you money. George Sweeney explores some Black Friday tactics you can use…

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The Virgin Galactic share price has halved since July. Is it now a bargain?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith looks at the Virgin Galactic share price and concludes that even after the recent fall, there's still a…

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Here’s why the Avon Protection (AVON) share price just crashed over 40%!

| Paul Summers

The Avon Protection plc (LON:AVON) share price tumbles again in early trading. Is the stock now a contrarian's dream?

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The FTSE 100 is finally back at pre-pandemic levels! Here’s why I’m cautious

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith weighs up the state of the market and broader economy now versus February last year, with the FTSE…

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Arrival’s share price just hit $14. Is now the time to buy the stock?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

British EV maker Arrival just saw its share price slump on the back of its Q3 results. Edward Sheldon looks…

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1 unexpected FTSE 250 renewable energy stock to buy now

| Manika Premsingh

When this Fool thinks of renewable energy stocks, this FTSE 250 stock would usually be nowhere in the picture. Yet…

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3 dirt-cheap FTSE 100 shares to buy now

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves explains why he'd buy these three FTSE 100 shares, which appear cheap given their growth potential.

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As the fuel crisis rages on, consider this ‘Airbnb for cars’ scheme

| Jennifer Laird

The fuel crisis means petrol costs remain high right now, but here's how you could offset the extra you're paying…

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