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The UK’s top cities for new businesses and entrepreneurs

| Anne East

These are the best UK cities for ambitious entrepreneurs looking to launch new businesses. Find out if your city makes…

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Why I’m buying this absurdly cheap FTSE 250 stock this month

| Charlie Keough

Here, Fool contributor Charlie Keough assesses an established FTSE 250 stock that he sees long-term potential in for his portfolio.

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What I’d do about these 2 high-performing penny stocks now

| Manika Premsingh

These penny stocks have shown a sharp bounce back from the stock market crash. But does their future look equally…

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The FTSE 100 is falling: three 7% dividend yield shares I’d buy now

| Roland Head

These FTSE 100 high dividend yield shares could be a great way to protect against the risk of a falling…

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The BT share price is up nearly 30% in 2021. Is there a lot more to come?

| Alan Oscroft

The BT share price is climbing in 2021, but it's still down 60% over five years. Ahead of full-year results,…

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4 financial benefits of multigenerational living

| Diana Bocco

Research shows that multigenerational living will rise in the UK over the next decade. We take a look at the…

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This super stock is owned by Cathie Wood, Terry Smith, and Nick Train. I’d buy it today

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

PayPal stock is owned by a number of high-profile fund managers including ARK's Cathie Wood and Fundsmith's Terry Smith. Edward…

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Smith & Nephew: are shares in this FTSE 100 company a buy?

| Pam Narang

Smith+Nephew is a FTSE 100 company that has been rocked by the pandemic, but early signs point to recovery. Is…

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The Aviva or Prudential share price: which is more attractive right now?

| Alan Oscroft

The Prudential share price has grown faster than Aviva's, but Aviva has been paying better dividends. Which would I buy?…

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2 top FTSE 100 retail stocks I’d buy now

| Jamie Adams

As the economy gets one step closer to fully reopening, I’m checking out these two top FTSE 100 retail stocks…

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UK share prices are slumping! Here are 3 of the best stocks I’d now buy

| Royston Wild

UK share prices are falling sharply as investors worry about interest rate hikes. Here are three of the best British…

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3 UK growth stocks I’d buy now

| Jon Smith

Jonathan Smith reviews Greggs, Entain and Ocado Group as several UK growth stocks he's thinking of buying at the moment.

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Green list countries: Here’s where you can go on holiday

| Victor Garrett

England's green list countries have been announced. We take a look at where you can travel from 17 May 2021…

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Is a sharp 13% crash in this FTSE 100 stock a buying opportunity for me?

| Manika Premsingh

Not too many FTSE 100 stocks have crashed so much at a time when the index has been rising. So…

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Why has The Hut Group share price jumped today?

| Rupert Hargreaves

The Hut Group share price has jumped off the back of a new joint venture deal, and this Fool thinks…

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I’d invest £1,000 in these top UK dividend stocks for passive income today

| Jon Smith

Jonathan Smith looks at stocks within financial services and utilities that he believes make up the top UK dividend stocks…

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Stock market crash: 3 shares I’d buy as markets plunge

| Rupert Hargreaves

The stock market crash is throwing up some bargains according to this Fool, who's planning to expand his portfolio with…

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Why holiday costs are set to go up this summer

| Sean LaPointe

International holiday costs are set to rise this summer due to pent-up demand and fewer aeroplanes in service. Read on…

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The Amigo share price just fell 35%. Here’s what I’d do now

| Alan Oscroft

As the FCA intends to oppose its rescue plan, the Amigo share price has slumped. Will the plan still succeed,…

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2 FTSE 250 shares to buy now

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The FTSE 250 index can be a great place to find lucrative investment opportunities. Here, Edward Sheldon highlights two shares…

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Best shares to buy now: 2 stocks for a booming UK economy

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The UK economy is set for powerful growth this year. Here, Edward Sheldon highlights two shares he'd buy to benefit…

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The Greggs (GRG) share price jumped 15% on strong results. Should I buy the shares now?

| Jon Smith

With sales moving closer to 2019 levels and more stores opening, Jonathan Smith digests the latest update and offers his…

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Freetrade thinks these income-focused ETFs and investment trusts are worth a second look

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

Freetrade has put together some top ETFs and investment trusts focusing on income. Here’s a breakdown of some of these…

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If I could only invest in one banking stock, I would buy Lloyds shares

| Jamie Adams

Lloyds shares have been on the rise over the past year, and despite questions around its dividend, I want a…

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Why did the Superdry share price explode last week?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Superdry share price jumped over 40% last week following its latest earnings report. Zaven Boyrazian takes a closer look…

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Can the Pets at Home (PETS) share price continue to climb?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Pets at Home (PETS) share price has nearly doubled over the past year, but can it climb even higher?…

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Hargreaves Lansdown investors are buying ITM Power shares. Here’s what I’m doing

| Nadia Yaqub

ITM Power shares have fallen by a significant amount. But would I used this dip in the stock price as…

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Is the IQE share price about to explode?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The IQE share price has been falling this year despite rising sales. Is this growth stock about to surge? Zaven…

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Here’s what I’m doing about Boohoo shares

| Nadia Yaqub

The online fast fashion company may be doing well, but Boohoo shares tell a different story. Here’s my view on…

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The Royal Mail share price has climbed 50% in 2021. Is there more to come?

| Alan Oscroft

The Royal Mail share price has soared ahead of the FTSE 100 since last autumn. Will the growth surge keep…

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Why did the Meggitt share price surge last week?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Meggitt share price jumped by double-digits last week following rumours of a potential acquisition. Zaven Boyrazian takes a closer…

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The Cineworld share price is below 100p. Is now a buying opportunity?

| Nadia Yaqub

The Cineworld share price could be facing tough times, despite the easing of lockdown restrictions. Here’s my view on the…

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The Rolls-Royce share price has been ticking upwards. Is it time to buy now?

| Alan Oscroft

Ahead of a trading update, investors have been pushing the Rolls-Royce share price up just a little. Are we close…

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Can the Ryanair share price continue to grow in 2021?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Ryanair share price has been performing rather well this year, but can it continue its upward trajectory? Zaven Boyrazian…

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The Rolls-Royce share price has fallen. Is now the time to buy?

| Ed Jones

Fool contributor Ed Jones takes a deeper dive into whether the Rolls-Royce share price can recover to previous highs (or…

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1 of the best UK stocks to buy with £10k and 10 years to wait

| Royston Wild

I'm searching for some of the best UK stocks to buy that London has to offer. Here's one that's caught…

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Personal Finance

How to get a passport fast

| Jennifer Laird

Making plans to travel abroad but just realised you don't have a valid passport? Well, don't worry. Here's how to…

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2 of the best UK reopening stocks to buy now!

| Royston Wild

Are these two of the best UK reopening stocks to buy today? In this article Royston Wild explains why he…

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Best shares to buy now for passive income: 3 on my list

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane shares three names from his list of best shares to buy now to boost his passive income.

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As the metal hits an all-time high, I’d consider these copper shares

| Christopher Ruane

Copper prices have surged. Christopher Ruane explains why he thinks copper shares could still increase and why he'd consider buying…

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