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8.5+% yields! 2 FTSE 100 shares to beat UK’s inflation

| Suraj Radhakrishnan

With inflation concerns plaguing the UK market, here are the two FTSE 100 income shares I am looking at to…

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Here’s 1 FTSE 250 stock not to be missed!

| Jabran Khan

This Fool details a FTSE 250 stock which is currently cheap and has exceeded forecasts recently. Could it be a…

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Personal Finance

5 wallet-friendly ideas to have a merry Christmas on a tight budget

| Vee Tardrew

Is the cost of Christmas bringing out your inner Grinch? Don’t despair! Vee Tardrew has five ideas for enjoying the…

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Personal Finance

Could a new review affect when you start getting your State Pension?

| Sean LaPointe

A look at how a new government review on State Pension age could impact planned increases in light of slowing…

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The Bank of England raises interest rates! Here’s what it means for the FTSE 100

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains the reaction of the FTSE 100 to the Bank of England meeting, as well as looking at…

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2 recession-hardy dividend stocks I like for 2022

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith runs through Tate & Lyle and Investec as two dividend stocks that he thinks could weather potential economic…

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Investing Articles

Where will the BP share price trade in 2026?

| Rupert Hargreaves

The BP share price could rise in value over the next couple of years as the company rolls out its…

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Should I buy Shell shares now an activist investor says there’s hidden value?

| Dan Appleby, CFA

An activist investor views Shell shares as undervalued, and says its renewables and LNG businesses should be spun off. Does…

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Why I’d buy Wise shares for 2022

| Rupert Hargreaves

This Fool explains why he thinks Wise shares could head higher in 2022 as the company continues to gain market…

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Investing Articles

My simple passive income plan to combat rising inflation

| Andrew Mackie

As inflation continues to soar, Fool UK contributor Andrew Mackie is looking for the best passive income idea to protect…

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Is buying £2,000 of BT shares a smart investment?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

BT shares are in the spotlight as rumours circulate about a potential takeover. Is now the time to invest in…

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Personal Finance

Here’s what most Brits used loans for in 2021

| Sean LaPointe

2021 has been dubbed 'the year of the loan' due to the high number of loans taken out by Brits.…

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2 FTSE 100 shares I think Warren Buffett might like in 2022

| Andy Ross

Warren Buffett is a legendary investor and this article explores the two FTSE 100 shares Andy Ross thinks he might…

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Should I add Royal Mail shares to my portfolio today?

| Dylan Hood

Royal Mail shares have been on the rise over the past year, delivering 41% year-to-date returns. Dylan Hood assesses whether…

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Three stocks I would invest in today for growth in 2022

| Dylan Hood

As the end of the year draws near, many investors may be considering altering their portfolios. Dylan Hood is and…

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The Boohoo share price is under attack! Should I buy more, hold, or sell?

| Paul Summers

The Boohoo Group plc (LON:BOO) share price has crashed in 2021. Paul Summers is reacting as the stock goes even…

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Could Alibaba (BABA) shares could be bargain buys for 2022?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith notes that Alibaba (BABA) shares look cheap right now, but has big concerns about its ties with China…

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Investing Articles

The uncomfortable reality about Lloyds Banking Group shares

| Kevin Godbold

The words 'underperform' and 'Lloyds' tend to go together like a hand in a glove for long-term investors holding the…

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What could Omicron mean for the Rolls-Royce share price?

| Andy Ross

Could more restrictions on travel provide the catalyst for a further plunge in the Rolls-Royce share price? Andy Ross digs…

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At under $1,000, is now the perfect time to buy Tesla stock?

| Stuart Blair

Tesla stock has dipped in recent weeks, partly due to Elon Musk's selling spree. Is this a great time to…

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This penny stock is up over 120%. Should I buy now?

| Dan Appleby, CFA

I think this penny stock offers a margin of safety due to its robust balance sheet. The share price has…

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Investing Articles

Is this the end of the road for the Cineworld share price?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves explains why he thinks the outlook for the Cineworld share price has become too uncertain in the past…

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What’s next for the Rentokil share price?

| Rupert Hargreaves

This Fool explains why he thinks the Rentokil share price looks undervalued as the firm benefits from three growth tailwinds.

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Investing Articles

5%+ yields! 5 UK dividend shares to buy as inflation soars

| Royston Wild

I'm searching for the very best dividend stocks to buy as inflation in Britain surges. Here are five great UK…

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Personal Finance

I’m 26 and I’m worried Covid-19 has ruined my retirement prospects

| Katie Royals

Has Covid-19 ruined young people's retirement prospects? Katie Royals takes a look and explains why she's concerned about her own…

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Rentokil got butchered yesterday but this FTSE stock could recover big time

| Stephen Bhasera

Rentokil dragged the FTSE 100 down yesterday after news that it's buying an American rival but here's why this Fool…

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Would I buy this fast recovering penny stock in 2022?

| Manika Premsingh

This penny stock rose 11% after its recent trading update. But does Manika Premsingh believe that is enough reason for…

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How I’d earn passive income for £10 a week

| Christopher Ruane

Is £10 a week enough to generate passive income. Our writer thinks so -- and explains how he would do…

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Up 115% in 1 year, this penny stock is a screaming buy for me

| Manika Premsingh

The penny stock has not just doubled in the past year, it is dirt-cheap in terms of price-to-earnings ratio too.…

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Want to make a passive income? This property stock will do just that!

| Jabran Khan

This Fool delves deeper into a real estate investment trust (REIT) that could provide a nice passive income for his…

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2 inflation-beating FTSE 100 dividend stocks to buy

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith reacts to the high inflation figure by looking at two FTSE 100 dividend stocks that have yields in…

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1 unstoppable UK stock to buy with £1,000 in 2022

| Manika Premsingh

This UK stock has tripled its revenue in the last four years and its prospects look bright too. Manika Premsingh…

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3 FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy for my ISA as inflation booms

| Royston Wild

I'm looking for the best FTSE 100 shares to buy as inflation sprints higher. Here are three top blue chip…

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This dividend stock’s yield is higher than the 5% UK inflation level!

| Jabran Khan

With UK inflation at decade highs, this Fool is on the lookout for the best dividend stocks that have a…

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How I’d start investing with £200

| Christopher Ruane

Is it possible to start investing with only £200? Our writer thinks it is. Here he sets out how he…

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Personal Finance

Small business owners could save £4,701 a year by switching to an electric car!

| Ruby Layram

With the price of petrol at an all-time high, here's how switching to electric vehicles could save your small business…

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Personal Finance

Are UK houses worth the money? Here’s what £270,000 could get you!

| Ruby Layram

Is it possible to find a good value home in the UK? Ruby Layram takes a look at the best…

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Personal Finance

Inflation surges to 5.1%: what does it mean for investors?

| Karl Talbot

Inflation is now at 5.1%, meaning the prices of everyday goods continue to rise. So what can investors do to…

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Why buying UK shares can protect me from rocketing inflation!

| Royston Wild

I think buying UK shares is a great way to protect me against soaring inflation. Here are some top stocks…

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UK inflation rises above 5%! Here’s how I’m investing in stocks to fight back

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith considers the latest inflation release out this morning, and explains how he can invest in stocks to offset…

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