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2 UK shares to buy in October

| Royston Wild

I'm on the hunt for the best UK stocks to buy in October. Here are two quality shares on my…

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This UK stock just fell 33%! I think it’s one of the best shares to buy now

| Roland Head

Roland Head looks at two recent fallers and explains why he thinks they're among the best shares to buy now…

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Why I’ll be investing like Warren Buffett if stock markets crash!

| Royston Wild

Confidence on global equity markets is sinking. But I'm waiting for another stock market crash in order to buy! Here's…

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Does the easyJet share price make the stock an unmissable bargain?

| Kevin Godbold

easyJet is more investable now than it was before its recent rights issue. But I'm also considering these further points…

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I’d buy these 5 shares in a stock market crash

| Christopher Ruane

If there's a market crash, Christopher Ruane already has his eyes on five UK shares he would consider buying for…

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After crashing nearly 40%, this FTSE 100 share could be a steal

| Cliff D'Arcy

This FTSE 100 share has collapsed by 37.6% over 12 months, making it the index's worst performer. But I see…

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2 UK shares I’ll buy if stock markets crash!

| Royston Wild

I think the dip buying possibilities could be huge for my portfolio if stock markets crash. Here's two of the…

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This bull market could prevent a stock market crash

| Charles Archer

Much has been made of a potential stock market crash in the coming months. Charles Archer thinks there's two sides…

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The ITV share price is falling. Should I buy now?

| Suraj Radhakrishnan

The ITV share price is down 7% in the last six months. Suraj Radhakrishnan looks at its long-term potential after…

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A ridiculously cheap FTSE 250 stock to buy now

| Manika Premsingh

The FTSE 250 stock was impacted by the pandemic, but things are slowly turning around for it.

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How to apply for your National Insurance number

| Sean LaPointe

You need a National Insurance number if you're working or about to start work in the UK. Here's how you…

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With a 778% profit rise, this is FTSE 100’s biggest gainer today. Would I buy it?

| Manika Premsingh

This FTSE 100 stock is up 8% after reporting a stellar increase in profits. Its prospects look bright too. But…

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The Tesco share price: is a buyout on the cards?

| Charles Archer

The Tesco share price has risen 15% in less than three months. Here's why Charles Archer believes it might be…

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Should I buy Cineworld shares (LON:CINE) before it’s too late?

| Alan Oscroft

The Cineworld share price (LON:CINE) has fallen from its 2021 peak, but it is showing some resilience. What will the…

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Here’s how I identify my best stocks to buy now & 1 pick I like!

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan explains how he picks his best stocks to buy now and provides insight into one of his current…

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£1K to invest? Here’s 1 FTSE 250 stock I would buy now!

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan details a FTSE 250 stock he would buy and hold forever if he had £1,000 to invest in…

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Here’s how I’m preparing for the next stock market crash

| Joseph Wilkins

Warning signs are flashing in the markets… Fool UK contributor Joseph Wilkins shares his plan for the next big stock…

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Is the Lloyds (LLOY) share price a bargain or a value trap?

| Christopher Ruane

Despite a 66% increase in the Lloyds share price over the past year, it trades as a penny stock. Our…

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I believe these 2 FTSE 100 giants are good value right now!

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan identifies two FTSE 100 giants that he believes could see a share price increase and positive fortunes ahead.

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Here’s how I think the UK economy will perform for the rest of 2021

| Karl Talbot

A record number of job vacancies suggests the UK economy is booming. So what will the rest of 2021 look…

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As the Reckitt and Unilever share prices fall, I’d buy both

| Christopher Ruane

Both the Reckitt and Unilever share prices have been falling. Christopher Ruane explains why he would consider adding both to…

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Can the Ocado share price start rising again?

| Manika Premsingh

Ocado is one of the biggest FTSE 100 losers in today’s trading after posting a weak trading update. Is this…

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SME: 6 tips to make more from your surplus cash

| Sandy Kenrick

An SME doesn't always have surplus capital, but when it does, it's tempting to stick it into savings. But is…

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This is what I’ll do if stock markets crash!

| Royston Wild

I've been dip-buying UK shares despite falling investor sentiment. And I'll continue buying if stock markets crash once more. Here's…

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This tech stock has doubled this year: is it a buy now?

| Roland Head

Shares in Kape Technologies are rising on news of a $1bn acquisition. Roland Head asks if he should buy this…

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5 facts you may not know about pensions

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

Understanding pensions can be a little complicated at the best of times. So to help you out, here are five…

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This penny stock is up 75% in the last 12 months. Is it a buy now?

| Guy Quelch

Online shopping has caused a boom in demand for logistics services, but can this penny stock continue to deliver on…

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Which is better, the ASOS or Boohoo share price?

| Alan Oscroft

The Boohoo share price (LON:BOO) has been slipping back, along with ASOS (LON:ASC). Does that give me buying opportunities?

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Worried about another lockdown? 3 of the best shares to buy now

| Hermione Taylor

Preparing for the worst, but hoping for the best… As the government considers winter restrictions, I’m thinking about the best…

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How I’d start investing in dividend stocks

| Christopher Ruane

Dividend stocks are one of our writer's favourite passive income sources. Here he explains how he would start investing in…

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The Tern (LON: TERN) share price is dipping. Is it a growth stock to buy now?

| Alan Oscroft

The Tern (LON: TERN) share price has soared in 2021 after going nowhere for years. Are profits near, and should…

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Could NIO stock slump to $30?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves explains why NIO stock could fall to $30 and below as investors re-evaluate the group's growth potential.

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With returns of 900% in the last 10 years, is it too late to invest in Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust (SMT)?

| Nathan Marks

The Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust is approaching all-time highs, but I would still buy it as part of a balanced…

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easyJet’s share price has crashed. Should I buy the stock now?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

easyJet's share price has fallen after the budget airline announced a £1.2bn rights issue. Edward Sheldon looks at whether he…

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3 ‘no brainer’ FTSE 250 stocks I’d buy on the next market correction

| Paul Summers

Paul Summers highlights three high-quality FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX) stocks he'd buy if or when markets lose their post-pandemic momentum.

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The best dividend stocks to buy now

| Rupert Hargreaves

These could be some of the best dividend stocks to buy now, according to Rupert Hargreaves, who'd acquire all five…

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Personal Finance

18-34-year-olds most uncomfortable discussing money

| Jennifer Laird

Do you find conversations about money awkward? Well, you're not alone. Here are some ways to make money conversations a…

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Ocado (LON:OCDO) sales fall 19% after warehouse fire

| Roland Head

Ocado shares have been falling in recent months. But today's trading update suggests the group is holding on to most…

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How I’d generate £500 a month in passive income

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves explains how he'd build a passive income portfolio with the goal of generating £500 a month from equities.

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JD Sports profits soar on record H1 results

| Alan Oscroft

JD Sports (LON: JD) posts bumper first-half profits thanks to lockdown, but keeps the dividend on hold for the time…

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