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As the FTSE 100 regains ground, here are Tuesday’s biggest movers

| Alan Oscroft

Monday's FTSE 100 loss is reversed on Tuesday, as the top London index gains ground on a day dominated by…

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Royal Dutch Shell share price reaches 6 month high! Would I buy?

| Manika Premsingh

The Royal Dutch Shell share price has run up today following developments that will help it become more carbon neutral.…

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Why I think Evergrande shares caused a FTSE 100 drop yesterday

| Charles Archer

Evergrande is one of the largest property developers in China. Here's why Charles Archer thinks its potential collapse is causing…

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What’s next for the National Express share price?

| Manika Premsingh

Transport operators National Express and Stagecoach can become a single merged entity soon, which has led to a rally in…

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Why are energy prices increasing so much?

| Karl Talbot

Energy prices are on the up. So what is driving the upward pressure on our energy bills? And should we…

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Rolls-Royce and IAG shares soar this week! Here’s what I’ll do

| Jon Smith

Jonathan Smith takes a look at Rolls-Royce and IAG shares, two of the top performing stocks from yesterday despite the…

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Why has this FTSE 100 stock slumped after a huge 75% profit rise?

| Manika Premsingh

This FTSE 100 share has had a stellar last year that shows up in its strong profit increase. Here’s why…

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Here’s my verdict on the Royal Mail share price

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan looks into the Royal Mail share price activity of late and decides whether or not he would invest…

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Renting in 2021: what should I know?

| Victor Garrett

The Hamptons Monthly Lettings Index shows renting data for August 2021. What should you know if you want to rent…

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1 of the best growth stocks to buy with £2,000

| Royston Wild

I'm hunting for the best growth stocks to buy for my shares portfolio this month. Here's why I'd load up…

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Is the ASOS share price set for a new bull run?

| Alan Oscroft

The ASOS share price (LON: ASC) has lost a third of its value in 2021. But it's started to blip…

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Is Greencoat UK Wind a buy?

| James Reynolds

Greencoat UK Wind shares are up 40% in eight years. Here are a few reasons why I will be adding…

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FTSE 100 bargains: 2 shares to buy today

| Suraj Radhakrishnan

Global stock markets are falling and I think these two FTSE 100 shares are amazing bargain buys at the moment…

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Savings rates are in the doldrums. But did you know you can now earn 3% interest? Here’s how

| Karl Talbot

Right now, savings rates are pitiful. But did you know that there is a way you can earn over 3%…

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3 cheap stocks to buy with £3,000

| Royston Wild

I'm looking for the best cheap stocks to buy right now for my shares portfolio. Here are three I think…

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Here’s my Reddit stock watchlist as a long-term investor

| Charles Archer

Reddit stocks have introduced a new generation of investors to the stock market. Charles Archer thinks that some Reddit picks…

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1 growth stock to buy right now?

| Harry Godfrey

Fool contributor Harry Godfrey is doubling down on his favourite UK growth stock since it's trading at a historically low…

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Why did the Prudential share price crash?

| Alan Oscroft

The Prudential (LON: PRU) share price suffered the FTSE 100's biggest fall on Monday, crashing 8%. But it's picking up…

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The pros and cons of record job vacancies

| Katie Royals

The UK has a record number of job vacancies, with over a million jobs advertised for the first time. Katie…

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Is the IAG share price a bargain not to be missed?

| Stuart Blair

The IAG share price has been one of the worst-performing UK shares since the pandemic. Is it now severely undervalued…

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2 FTSE 100 stocks to buy in a market crash

| Charlie Keough

As the FTSE 100 continues to fall, Charlie Keough looks at two stocks he would add to his portfolio should…

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The Darktrace share price just exploded! Should I buy now?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Darktrace share price surged 30% last week after releasing its latest earnings report, but is there trouble ahead? Zaven…

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Is the Kanabo share price about to explode?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Kanabo share price could be on the verge of exploding following news of a potential upcoming merger. Zaven Boyrazian…

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What’s going on with the Eurasia Mining (EUA) share price?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Eurasia Mining (EUA) share price fell this month after a sudden surge. But is it on the verge of…

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5 things you need to know about investing

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

Here are five important things you need to know about investing that will increase your chances of becoming a successful…

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The Vodafone share price crashed in 2021. But is now the time to buy?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Vodafone share price hasn't performed well this year, but is that about to change? Zaven Boyrazian explores the firm's…

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3 cheap FTSE 100 shares to buy

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves takes a look at his favourite shares to buy in the FTSE 100, considering their valuation and growth…

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Can the JD Sports share price momentum continue?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The JD Sports share price exploded this month following its latest earnings. Zaven Boyrazian explores whether this momentum can continue.

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6 unexpected things that will invalidate your car insurance

| Sean LaPointe

Don't get caught out by these six unexpected things that could invalidate your car insurance policy and give your insurer…

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3 reasons I’d buy top dividend stocks now for long-term income

| Jon Smith

Jonathan Smith explains why he likes the look of investing in top dividend stocks at the moment, especially when assessing…

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How I’m aiming for £500 a month in passive income from dividend stocks

| Andy Ross

Passive income is a great investing goal. Andy Ross outlines here how he’d invest to create £500 income each month…

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Universal credit cut: prepare your finances

| Sandy Kenrick

The cut to the Universal Credit uplift is set for 6 October and many families need alternatives. Here are some…

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Why is the AstraZeneca (LON: AZN) share price climbing?

| Alan Oscroft

The AstraZeneca share price (LON: AZN) had started to slip back a bit. But a big jump on Monday has…

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2 ESG stocks I think Warren Buffett might like to buy

| Royston Wild

Responsible and ethical investing is becoming more and more popular. So here are two top ESG stocks I think even…

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The easyJet share price: opportunity or trap?

| Andy Ross

The easyJet share price is struggling once again. So is that an opportunity for investors like me, or are the…

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How to (legally) avoid having to pay the new 1.25% share dividend tax

| Karl Talbot

Share dividend tax will increase by 1.25% in the next tax year. But did you know there are ways to…

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This FTSE 100 share just had a massive price crash. Would I buy it?

| Manika Premsingh

The FTSE 100 stock is down 8% because of its exposure to the Asia market. Is it a good stock…

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Is easyJet’s share price too cheap for me to miss?

| Royston Wild

The easyJet share price closed higher again in Monday trade. Should I now be looking to add the UK airline…

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FTSE 100 down 5% in a month. Will the ‘October curse’ strike again?

| Cliff D'Arcy

The FTSE 100 has lost almost 5% of its value since its 2021 peak on 13 August. Will October bring…

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Monday’s biggest FTSE 100 movers, after markets fell

| Alan Oscroft

The FTSE 100 fell on Monday, to its lowest level since July. For long-term investors, that could mean some buying…

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