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Why is the Royal Mail share price climbing?

| Andy Ross

The Royal Mail share price has gone up over 200% in just the last 12 months and the company has…

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5 top British stocks I’d buy today

| Harvey Jones

I'd build my investment portfolio on FTSE 100 shares and these five top British stocks could all deliver long-term income…

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Why I’m investing in UK small-cap shares like this one

| Kevin Godbold

I'm searching for decent UK small-cap shares with businesses that have opportunities to grow in the years ahead. Here's where…

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2 ways I’m planning to invest in FTSE 100 stocks to get a six-figure portfolio

| Jon Smith

Jonathan Smith talks about the ways he could invest in value or growth stocks within the FTSE 100 to try…

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How I’d aim to generate a rising passive income from UK dividend stocks

| Harvey Jones

I hope to generate a rising passive income by investing in the best UK dividend income stocks and holding them…

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Should I buy Biogen shares?

| Nadia Yaqub

Biogen shares are in the limelight. The stock rallied earlier this week but have I missed my opportunity to invest…

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Dechra Pharmaceuticals’ share price hits record peaks! Is it a top UK share to buy?

| Royston Wild

The Dechra Pharmaceuticals share price has just risen to new all-time highs. Here's why I think it's a good buy…

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Cineworld shares are up 273% in 8 months. Am I too late to buy?

| G A Chester

The Cineworld share price has soared on vaccine and reopening prospects. G A Chester weighs the upside potential and downside…

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The Itaconix share price has crashed 20%+! Should I buy this UK share now?

| Royston Wild

The Itaconix share price has just tumbled from multi-year highs. Should I buy it after the company's weak financial update?

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How share dividends build a huge passive income

| Cliff D'Arcy

Dividends are regular cash payments paid to shareholders. They can account for up to half (50%) of your total returns,…

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The FTSE 250 hits record highs! Here’s why this UK share is soaring

| Royston Wild

This FTSE 250 share has soared to new record peaks today after releasing estimate-beating trading numbers. Here are the key…

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This FTSE 100 dividend share has soared to new highs today! Here’s why

| Royston Wild

This FTSE 100 financial services giant has just soared to new all-time peaks. Here are the reasons why investors have…

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Here’s why I’m investing in a Stocks and Shares ISA instead of cash

| Harvey Jones

Three-quarters of savers put their money in a Cash ISA, but I reckon I can generate a far higher return…

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Is the Blackberry (BB) share price about to explode?

| Roland Head

The Blackberry share price is up 150% already in 2021. Roland Head explains why he thinks this tech stock could…

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Why it pays to invest early with a stocks and shares ISA

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

Investing the full amount of your stocks and shares ISA as soon as you can be of real benefit to…

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Terry Smith sells Sage shares. Here’s what I’m doing

| Nadia Yaqub

If a high-profile investor sells their holding of Sage shares, should I steer clear of the stock? Here’s my view…

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Will the Rolls-Royce share price ever get back to 200p?

| Jon Smith

Volatility in the Rolls-Royce share price has dropped since last year, making Jonathan Smith wonder if it'll ever get back…

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Is this UK penny stock worth buying?

| Nadia Yaqub

This UK penny stock has been volatile. But is now a buying opportunity? This Fool analyses the company and gives…

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The Barclays share price gains 25% in 2021, with Lloyds at 35%. Which is better now?

| Alan Oscroft

The Barclays share price has fallen behind Lloyds in 2021. But, over five years, the positions are reversed. I examine…

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Is now a good time to buy a house?

| Victor Garrett

House prices may be rising fast, but a number of government schemes are currently available to help. So, is now…

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Does a booming market make this FTSE 250 penny stock a buy for me?

| Manika Premsingh

This FTSE 250 penny stock is still trading below pre-pandemic levels. Can it rise now?

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The BATS share price gives an 8% dividend yield. I’d buy now

| Roland Head

The BATS share price looks cheap, says Roland Head. He explains why he thinks big tobacco stocks may still have…

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A small-cap stock to buy now

| Kevin Godbold

This company's finances are improving and the outlook's positive. Here's why I'd buy this small-cap stock and hold it as…

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3 dividend stocks to buy

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves is looking to buy these three FTSE 350 dividend stocks to boost his income in the current interest…

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Why I think the AMC Entertainment share price could keep rising

| Rupert Hargreaves

The AMC Entertainment share price is surging and management's actions to capitalise on this could transform the group for the…

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Is the Johnson Matthey share price undervalued?

| Kirsteen Mackay

The Johnson Matthey share price soared in the past year and is making exciting announcements. Is JMAT a green energy…

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Should I buy Amazon shares today?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

After a great run last year, Amazon stock is going through a period of consolidation. Edward Sheldon looks at whether…

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BIG dividends! 3 UK shares I’d buy and hold for 10 years

| Royston Wild

I'm searching for top UK dividend shares to add to my Stocks and Shares ISA today. Here are three contenders…

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What am I doing with my BP shares?

| Stuart Blair

Although BP shares have managed to make a slight comeback since last year, they are still significant down on their…

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Why has the IWG share price crashed this week?

| Alan Oscroft

The IWG share price has fallen to its lowest since January, as Covid-19 continues to hit its markets. Here are…

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Clipper Logistics shares are up 35% in 2021. Should I buy?

| Nadia Yaqub

Clipper Logistics shares keep rising. But have I missed the boat with this stock? This Fool takes a closer look…

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These are the 2 top priorities for sustainable investors

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

We all want to make better decisions with our investments, but if you're a sustainable investor, what should your top…

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4 UK dividend-paying penny stocks I’d buy for my Stocks and Shares ISA

| Royston Wild

These penny stocks all offer terrific dividend yields. Here's why I'd add them to my Stocks and Shares ISA and…

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Is the GME share price set to fly higher than $250?

| Alan Oscroft

The GME share price is up 15-fold in 2021. With new management at the helm, can they turn it around,…

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How I’m investing in dividend stocks to aim for £100 a week in passive income

| Jon Smith

Making passive income from dividend stocks doesn't have to be complicated, says Jonathan Smith, as he explains how he'd target…

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American Express Shop Small is back: how can you make the most of it?

| Kate Anderson

The American Express Shop Small offer is back! We break down what it is and how you can make the…

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Property prices are soaring! Should I buy top UK property stocks now?

| Jon Smith

Jonathan Smith explains the different types of top UK property stocks he could buy, following the 9.5% year-on-year house growth…

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Where will the Shell (RDSB) share price go in June?

| Alan Oscroft

The RDSB share price has slumped as a post-hydrocarbon world approaches. But has it gone too far, and are Shell…

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The 2 best dividend stocks paying 7% today

| Tom Rodgers

High yield companies with great future outlooks make for the best dividend stocks, says Tom Rodgers. And there's two here…

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2 hot UK mining stocks to buy today

| Tom Rodgers

I'm watching these two hot UK mining stocks like a hawk. Both could become massive companies and supercharge my shares…

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